Ford EcoBoost Class Action Lawsuit Dismissal: What You Need to Know

After Ford owners filed a class-action lawsuit claiming that defective oil pumps led to failures of the 1-liter 3-cylinder EcoBoost engines, Ford EcoBoost engines allegedly have defective oil pumps that cause 1-liter engine failures, the case has been dismissed. The models and years included in the lawsuit were 2016-2017 Ford Fiesta, 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport, and 2016-2018 Ford Focus.

The alleged oil pump issues prevent proper oil circulation to protect the EcoBoost engines, with some owners worried that fixing the engine could be more expensive than replacing the engine altogether. Ford has acknowledged the problems with EcoBoost engines by releasing technical service bulletins and special service messages (SSMs) to dealers concerning the 1-liter engines.

Specific SSMs were released for various Ford models, with instructions to replace engine components like tensioners and turbochargers. Ford even issued a recall for specific vehicles due to potential drive belt and oil pump drive belt failures that could result in a loss of engine oil pressure.

However, despite Ford’s efforts to dismiss the lawsuit based on the recalls, the judge allowed the case to continue. Even though the allegedly faulty parts could be replaced for free, the plaintiffs argued that their vehicles were still worth less than normal due to the oil pump issues. While some claims of the lawsuit were dismissed, others were allowed to proceed.

In a surprising turn of events, the plaintiffs voluntarily withdrew their lawsuit. The case, titled Bolton, et al., v. Ford Motor Company, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, with legal representation from several firms.

If you have experienced issues with your Ford Fiesta, Ford EcoSport, or Ford Focus, consider sharing your complaints to help others avoid similar problems.