# 2017 FORD ESCAPE — ENGINE
> NHTSA complaint `2127856` · 2025-09-07 · Ford Motor Company
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** No
- **Crash:** Yes
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** FORD
- **Model:** ESCAPE
- **Year:** 2017
- **Manufacturer:** Ford Motor Company
- **Component:** ENGINE
## Narrative
My engine is internally leaking coolant.  I consistently smell a sweet smell.  I consistently have a service engine soon light on and it has a P0301 code.  My car is only at 63,450 miles.  My mechanic informs me the rememdy requires a complete long block replacement.
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