1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles.

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Hi everyone! I've searched this site for an issue like mine. I do apologize if this has been done before. Took my 2023 BS Outer Banks to my Ford dealership as it was hesitating badly when accelerating. There was also a knocking sound coming out of the engine and the vehicle would buck when stopped (I turn off the start/stop). They told me I needed a new engine as one of the cylinders was scored. Seems one of the gaskets was defective and leaked oil into it and burned it all up. I won't be getting my BS back until early November hopefully. Anyone else with this issue? I attached the photos the dealership sent me.

Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 1


Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 2


Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 3
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Don't see too many Sports having major engine issues. Hopefully dealer is providing a loaner car. Also they need to repair the vehicle within the time frame specified by your states lemon laws so I would look into that.
 

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Sorry to read of your engine problem ! I hope the new mill gives you the level of service and reliability that is expected. Let us know how the process works out for you!
 

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Mine has 2000ish miles on it got it from the dealer with those miles. Took it home and kinda noticed a knock under acceleration so the next morning was washing it figured I would check the oil.
Now mind you I bought it 2 days before and waited a hour or so for them to ”service it “for new sale. Well when I checked the oil it was low at the bottom of the stick about a 1/4 inch on the stick. They made it right by doing another service and changing oil but still have the knock.
I have been off shore for work, but off in the morning and going to dealer to see if it’s a 1.5 noise by test driving another or if it’s not. Been around cars a long time and it sure sounds like a rod knock.
 


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I'll look into it, thanks for the information. They gave me an F150 XLT. I'm 5'1 so it's been an adventure to drive.
Nice loaner! Some post here that a dealer has had their car in for several weeks or months, with no loaner.

Hope all goes well. Keep us posted.
 
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Mine has 2000ish miles on it got it from the dealer with those miles. Took it home and kinda noticed a knock under acceleration so the next morning was washing it figured I would check the oil.
Now mind you I bought it 2 days before and waited a hour or so for them to ”service it “for new sale. Well when I checked the oil it was low at the bottom of the stick about a 1/4 inch on the stick. They made it right by doing another service and changing oil but still have the knock.
I have been off shore for work, but off in the morning and going to dealer to see if it’s a 1.5 noise by test driving another or if it’s not. Been around cars a long time and it sure sounds like a rod knock.
Mine had 18 original miles when I bought it on June 3rd.
 

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Hi everyone! I've searched this site for an issue like mine. I do apologize if this has been done before. Took my 2023 BS Outer Banks to my Ford dealership as it was hesitating badly when accelerating. There was also a knocking sound coming out of the engine and the vehicle would buck when stopped (I turn off the start/stop). They told me I needed a new engine as one of the cylinders was scored. Seems one of the gaskets was defective and leaked oil into it and burned it all up. I won't be getting my BS back until early November hopefully. Anyone else with this issue? I attached the photos the dealership sent me.

Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 1


Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 2


Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 3
At least you didn't get the run around from the dealer. You know "this is normal, etc."

Providing you with the photos and keeping you updated says a lot about the dealership.

Hope all goes well.
 

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I'll look into it, thanks for the information. They gave me an F150 XLT. I'm 5'1 so it's been an adventure to drive.
Our local Ford dealer is also a Subaru dealer. About 20 years ago, I had recall work done on my 2002 WRX and the dealer arranged for a loaner vehicle from a nearby rental car place. They gave us this:

Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. 1696365225778


A Dodge Ram 2500 4WD, Crew Cab, Long Bed. I'm 6'2", and coming from the WRX it seemed HUGE.

My wife OTOH is 5'2" and loved it! Go figure.

I was happy to get the WRX back.
 


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Well that’s not very reassuring, mine has 3914 miles.
 

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Hi everyone! I've searched this site for an issue like mine. I do apologize if this has been done before. Took my 2023 BS Outer Banks to my Ford dealership as it was hesitating badly when accelerating. There was also a knocking sound coming out of the engine and the vehicle would buck when stopped (I turn off the start/stop). They told me I needed a new engine as one of the cylinders was scored. Seems one of the gaskets was defective and leaked oil into it and burned it all up. I won't be getting my BS back until early November hopefully. Anyone else with this issue? I attached the photos the dealership sent me.

Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 1


Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 2


Ford Bronco Sport 1.5L engine being replaced with only 5077 miles. Pic 3
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Well checked my oil when I got home and guess what back to the bottom of the stick. Service has jumped on it and I will be up there tomorrow to drop my BS off and see what's up, but 2 full oil pans of oil have disappeared in 250 miles of driving. I am sure they will make it right.

Hope they fix you up quick!

Oh and no smoke or leaks that I can see the exhaust tips have black soot in them but again no smoke that I saw.
 
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Well checked my oil when I got home and guess what back to the bottom of the stick. Service has jumped on it and I will be up there tomorrow to drop my BS off and see what's up, but 2 full oil pans of oil have disappeared in 250 miles of driving. I am sure they will make it right.

Hope they fix you up quick!

Oh and no smoke or leaks that I can see the exhaust tips have black soot in them but again no smoke that I saw.
Thanks! Best of luck with your Sport.
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