I have a 2019 Lincoln MKC which is in the possession of a Lincoln/ Ford dealership currently after being informed by my local auto shop that I have an internal coolant leak which is listed on Lincoln’s technical service bulletin. I have spoken to Lincoln’s corporate concierge however, they are not willing to issue a recall due to the monetary expense to replace all of the defective engines. This is a Class Action waiting to happen.
2019 MKC Coolant Leak Inside Engine
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The class action lawsuit only affects residents of California if I understand it correctly, so folks everywhere else are out of luck.
Ford Ecoboost Lawsuit 2022-2024: Should You Join the Class Action? - The Lemon Law Experts
The Ford Ecoboost class action lawsuit is an ongoing lawsuit you may be able to join. Learn how to file suit today.lemonlawexperts.com
Hello, I just went through my engine being replaced secondary to a coolant problem. I just wanted to say Praise God I was still under warranty. You have an engine train warranty of up to 70,000 miles.
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Hi Copbait, this is Hamburgboy. You and Moonrnr seem to be most knowledgeable on this problem. Do you guys think that would be any advantage to pulling the heads off and putting a new gasket if they have a available a better gasket that might prevent the coolant intrusion from occurring in the first place?
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Hi Moonrnr. Hamburgboy here. Actually, my MKC is a 2016 2.3 engine so I don’t know whether I’m at risk or not. However my son has a 2017 but it has a 1.5 engine. So I don’t know if he’s at risk. But anyway, I had a question to throw out to you and also copbait who is pretty familiar with this problem too and that is is there any proactive benefit of taking the heads off and replacing the gaskets with an updated higher quality one? There are so many people that are potential victims of this design flaw that are sitting on ticking time bombs, and doing that would be a whole heck of a lot cheaper than a new engine even though they might not ever need one, I think the risk is too great, and the cost differential would warrant, a gasket change if that would work.
Thanks for all the help you have given so many people on this forum..
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I have a 2019 MKC with 2.3 and got an engine warning light under 30,00 miles. It required the dealer to replace the head gasket as coolant was leaking into the 2nd cylinder. Fortunately it was not the problem common with the 2.0 engines although the symptom was similar. My understanding with the 2.0 engines unlike the 2.3 is a design issue. Apparently, they cut channels between the cylinders for coolant to flow to cool the engine. But the channels weaken the metal's structure so that there can be coolant leaks into the engine. Good luck.
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That's true. They handle California only. I spoke to the lawyer in California on that link posted earlier. They can't represent me as I'm from NJ. They didn't know if there was a federal lawsuit underway representing the entire country. If you have a problem, check with a Lemon Law lawyer in your state.
i'm so glad i found this forum. i was about to purchase 2019 MKC with 83,000 miles, had the owner check the label and it shows engine build date of 4/2/19 with the 206 number. i really like this SUV and its a good deal. the owner is taking it to the lincoln service center to have it checked. My question is if it passes all the test's that they perform would it be safe to purchase it, or should i just stay away
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The class action is in litigation still. I’m going through same thing. It’s horrible that a trillion dollar business treats the customers like crap! My 2018 had an extended warranty for 100,000 or March 2024 whichever came first and I just hit 82,000. Last month the car started driving rough and within a week I had it looked and diagnosed for the same thing. I’m furious!
I have no choice but to drive mine. I check the coolant every day. Engine light stays on for a few days and then goes away 🤷🏻♀️
7,000$ for the repair for something they are fully aware of and just don’t care about us. Sick greedy world!
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Same here I had to replace my engine on my 2018 Lincoln MKC completely destroyed due to the coolant leak unfortunately I live in Florida where we have no lemon law I wish I knew where to go for help I would love to be compensated in some way for the $8,000
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I live in Florida too, paid $7200 for new engine. Called factory but was told they have no program to help. Save your paperwork, etc I do think something will be done, it is happening too often. The dealer told me they always have two new engines in stock. They also said they have one mechanic that all he does is change out engines. Sarasota
Thank you for this link! I have only had my 2019 MKC for 2 years. It’s been leaking coolant from day 1. Less than a year into ownership I had major engine misfire issues. Constantly replacing cylinders and spark plugs only temporarily stopped the issue. The check engine light and misfires happen again within weeks of fixing. I owe more than the car is worth at this point. Im attempting to join the lawsuit and calling the dealership where I purchased to demand a buy back.Ford Ecoboost Lawsuit 2022-2024: Should You Join the Class Action? - The Lemon Law Experts
The Ford Ecoboost class action lawsuit is an ongoing lawsuit you may be able to join. Learn how to file suit today.
Our 2017 is in the shop as well. We are told this is the issue with our vehicle. I was advised to trade the vehicle since the repair will be costly. Did you keep your vehicle? Was it expensive to repair?
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I’m experiencing the same problem with my engine coolant keep getting low. I do not see any leaks. Possibly internal leak. How did you resolve your issue?
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I brought it in for service under warranty.
They need to recall. Wish there was a class action on them. Even thought we dought with lincoln they paid some of the 8000 towards a new engine. Im still out 4000 I had to put towards it.
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At this rate, a recall will never happen unless brave souls are willing to stand up to Ford or 100,000+ or more owners begin experiencing this issue in the future and complaints flood the media. A few weeks ago, and for the first time I can remember, I saw a video from a local news station in another state doing a short exposé of the coolant intrusion issue two Ford Escape owners have (daughter and mother). Getting this problem out in the open like this is a good first step as it draws the public's attention to Ford.
For everyone who is having this specific issue, any other issue with your EcoBoost, or any issue with any car in general, I can't stress the importance of filing a formal complaint with NHTSA (NHTSA is like the FAA but regards cars instead of planes) and is the agency under the U.S. DOT that launches investigative probes into trending car problems, but unfortunately usually if it particularly relates to safety (i.e., loss of braking leading to crashes, faulty backup cameras, dropping an intake valve and grenading the engine while driving, or car catching fire). Because the EcoBoost's coolant intrusion issue doesn't really cause a life-or-death situation for owners and the public (ask yourself how many reports have you heard of people dying from this issue?), it will be much harder for a recall to be issued. It is improbable that Ford will do it voluntarily as that's not at all in their financial interest. Basically until the coolant intrusion causes substantial bodily harm or death to people, it'll never attract the government's attention and a recall will never be mandated.
And BTW I went through two 2.0 engines... both failed from coolant intrusion.
Correct. My garage guy told me they are to keep a tally of ford escapes and mkc that are having the coolant issues. Both have same coolant issue.
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Unfortunately Ruben you will have to get a whole new short block engine like I did $8,000
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