Ford Sued Over ‘Band-Aid’ Fix for Allegedly Defective EcoBoost Engines

History Behind the Lawsuit

Ford is facing a new class action lawsuit over allegations that it knowingly sold vehicles with defective EcoBoost engines and failed to properly fix the issue.

The lawsuit, filed in June 2025, targets 1.5L to 2.0L EcoBoost engines found in popular Ford and Lincoln vehicles from model years 2013–2019. Plaintiffs claim that the engines suffer from a coolant intrusion defect, where coolant leaks into the engine cylinders. Over time, this leads to overheating, engine damage, and in many cases, complete engine failure.

Ford owners say the automaker knew about the issue for years but did not inform customers or offer a lasting solution.

Which Vehicles Are Affected

The lawsuit includes several models equipped with small EcoBoost engines:

  • 2013–2019 Ford Escape
  • 2013–2019 Ford Fusion
  • 2015–2018 Ford Edge
  • 2016–2019 Lincoln MKC
  • 2016–2019 Lincoln MKZ

Owners allege that Ford applied temporary fixes, like installing coolant level sensors, instead of addressing the underlying engine design flaw. Even when short blocks were replaced under warranty, the new engines allegedly had the same defect.

What Owners Need to Do Next

The plaintiffs are seeking damages, reimbursement for repairs, and other relief for affected owners. If you owned or leased one of the vehicles listed above and experienced overheating or coolant loss, you may be eligible to join the lawsuit. Or consult The Lemon Law team for alternative options and getting the right help that may be beneficial to your case.

Ford has not issued a recall or official remedy for this defect to date.

How Ford Drivers Can Take Back Control

While this class action lawsuit has been communicated to owners, thousands of Ford drivers are likely to be affected by the same EcoBoost engine defect, with many expressing dissatisfaction over Ford’s solutions. These types of issues often lead to escalated legal action, highlighting the importance of protecting consumer rights.

If you struggle with vehicle troubles and feel cornered against big vehicle brands, remember it is always better to have experts with you. With extensive experience and successful cases at hand, The Lemon Firm is your best bet. With dedicated team members always at your disposal, the package becomes too good to be true. So, if your car is giving you a headache, don’t hesitate to reach out!

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About the Author
Sepehr Daghighian is a partner with CCA that is well-versed in all aspects of lemon-law litigation. A 2005 graduate of Loyola Law School, Mr. Daghighian has been practicing litigation throughout the state of California for over 13-years. In this time, Mr. Daghighian has advocated on behalf of California consumers in hundreds of lemon law cases throughout our great state. Mr. Daghighian has also successfully tried numerous such cases to verdict in both Federal and State Court.