Recall : Even the new design can crack. Recall expanded.

[RushMan]

Don’t see the same thing you are referring to… is it the “solved a lot (but not all) of the coolant intrusion issues”?

2.0L in Bronco Sport looks pretty reliable to me based on the article.

5. EcoBoost 2.0-liter Twin Scroll
Here’s the articles key takeaways for issues remaining in the EcoBoost 2.0-liter Twin Scroll:

solved a lot (but not all) of the coolant intrusion issues common in the first-gen 2.0-liter engine.

is known for its boost solenoid prematurely failing, resulting in a malfunctioning turbocharger, a check engine light, and a significant lack of power. Fortunately, it's a relatively easy — and inexpensive — DIY fix for you shade tree mechanics out there

My '17 Escape had the twin scroll turbo, but was still 1st gen 2.0L engine. The redesigned block came later, I think 2020. I had no coolant intrusion. Also, I think most of the 2.0L with coolant intrusion were the Cleveland built engines. My impression from the Escape forum was that the Spanish built engines did not have as much of a problem as the Cleveland plant engines.

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[Mark S.]

I did everything in my power to stay away from the Eco-bomb 2.0…#coolantintrusion galore…

also read this, the 2.0 is hardly more reliable than the 1.5 Dragon. If you really want to say you own a reliable Ecoboost, you need the 2.3.

This is an opinion piece; rankings are based on the writer's preferences with no references for the "problems" listed. Further, he omitted important details. For example,

While it's generally regarded as a reliable power plant, the twin-scroll 2.0-liter EcoBoost is known for its boost solenoid prematurely failing, resulting in a malfunctioning turbocharger, a check engine light, and a significant lack of power.

I've not read or heard about widespread issues with the boost solenoid on these engines, and I've owned 2.0L EcoBoost-equipped cars for the better part of a decade. What is meant by "prematurely?" Before warranty expiry? Under 100K miles? We don't know what the author means by this. Further, "malfunctioning turbocharger" is a misnomer. If the boost solenoid fails then the turbocharger is not malfunctioning, the boost solenoid is.

I wouldn't take this kind of article too seriously.

 

[That Guy]

Man that 3 cylinder is a bad engine, not only because of this but other reasons too. I wonder if they’re having the same problems with it everywhere else in the world they use this engine like we do.

Being a 30+ year A1, L1 auto technician, and working on almost every make and model of vehicle in this country, add to that yes i own a 2022 BS big bend, i think the powerplant is surprisingly right for this baby bronco. The issue in all of this for me is Fuel Injectors FAIL, and yes I've seen cases where the O-ring seals will deteriorate over time, causing a fuel leak But I've NEVER seen a fuel injector CRACK. Due to the harmonic vibrations existing in this little 3 cylinder I can only assume that there is /was a material strength flaw in the metal body of the injectors. The simple fact is this. No matter what they do to change software programming or redirect leak flow, once an exhaust system is hot (400F) at manifold and catalytic) it stays hot until the engine is not running and time does its job on cooling it down. redirection via a drain tube also cannot account for wind / air travel, vortex and draft direction of a fluid that is leaking out. combine this with the operating pressure (50+lbs) of the fuel pump you have the chance of a perfect disaster occurring. Ultimately it is my belief that if the problem continues to exist then more than likely someone will get hurt badly. That being said, going by the actual recorded events this far, and seeing that Ford Has Been proactive in addressing the issue, I believe that if the occurrence continues there will eventually be a BD to supersede the BC injector.

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