The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.
The risk
If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 17V-209 (17V209000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 17S09 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine |
| Report date | March 27, 2017 |
| Owners notified | January 5, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 208,584 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
- 2014 Ford Escape engine problems 885
- 2014 Ford Fiesta engine problems 92
- 2015 Ford Fiesta engine problems 74
- 2013 Ford Fusion engine problems 448
- 2014 Ford Fusion engine problems 229
- 2013 Ford Transit Connect engine problems 5
- 2014 Ford Transit Connect engine problems 10
- 2015 Ford Transit Connect engine problems 8
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 17V-209 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 208,584 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.