"Somehow a truck with only 67,000 miles blew a head gasket. Ford tells me I need a new motor and turbos. That'll cost me 12 grand."
RISKY
52/ 100
"Power hauler hiding costly engine sins"
99
Max HP
571
Torque Nm
8,000
Oil interval km
4
Recalls
5
Known issues
Known Issues
Head Gasket Failure / Cracked Cylinder Head€5,000-11,000 · 60,000-150,000 kmCRITICAL
The 2.7L EcoBoost has a documented history of heads cracking and coolant leaking into the exhaust manifold, which is integrated into the cylinder head. In severe cases Ford has recommended full engine and turbo replacement, with bills reaching $12,000 USD reported by owners.
Both left and right turbocharger wastegates are known to fail, throwing fault codes. Ford treats wastegates as non-serviceable components requiring full turbo replacement. Dealer quotes of $6,000 USD for dual wastegate replacement have been reported. Aftermarket solutions exist but are not officially supported.
TSB 17-0007 (updated to TSB 17-2077) formally acknowledges oil consumption issues on the 2.7L engine. Ford considers 1 quart per 3,000 miles 'normal,' but owners report consumption as severe as 1 quart per 1,500 miles even on 2023 model year trucks. Two official fixes were issued under the TSB.
Owners report intermittent low oil pressure warnings, particularly during hard acceleration or at highway cruise RPM in 6th gear. This is linked to both the chronic oil consumption issue and potential oil pump concerns. Ignoring repeated warnings risks catastrophic engine damage.
Low oil pressure warning light during acceleration
Engine bog under hard throttle input
Intermittent oil pressure light at steady highway speed
The 2.7L EcoBoost EGR cooler and associated pipes are known failure points. Studs on the EGR cooler are prone to seizing, complicating replacement. A dedicated TSB/forum fix recommends soaking studs with penetrating lubricant before removal. Failure can result in coolant contamination and rough running.
EGR-related fault codes
Rough idle or hesitation
Coolant loss without visible leak
White smoke from EGR area
EGR stuck open fault
DIY: Moderate
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Buying Checklist
Run a full VIN check against all 14 NHTSA recalls and confirm each has been completed at a Ford dealer before purchase
Request documented oil consumption log or perform your own: check oil level, drive 3,000 km, recheck – any more than 0.5L lost is a red flag
Perform a cold-start inspection: listen for turbo noise abnormalities, watch for blue or white smoke in the first 2 minutes of running
Connect an OBD-II scanner and check for stored or pending codes related to turbo wastegate (P0033, P0036 or similar boost control faults) and EGR
Pressure-test the cooling system and inspect coolant for signs of combustion gases using a block leak tester – non-negotiable on any 2.7 EB
Verify TSB 17-2077 oil consumption fix has been applied (check dealer service records) and confirm the EGR pipe and cooler have been inspected
Service Reality
Community oil interval8,000 km
Oil specificationFord WSS-M2C945-A 5W-30 full synthetic (check dipstick level every 3,000 km given known consumption issues)
Est. ownership cost (2yr)€1,500–€4,000 per year depending on mileage, oil consumption severity, and whether major failures (heads, turbos) occur during ownership
Real mix fuel consumptionNo data
Also Found In
Ford Edge ST (2.7L EcoBoost)Ford Explorer (2.7L EcoBoost)Ford Fusion (2.7L EcoBoost – rare)Lincoln MKX / Nautilus (2.7L EcoBoost)
Buying Advice
The Ford F-150 2.7L EcoBoost is a capable and torquey engine that has earned its place as a popular truck option, but it carries serious reliability baggage that demands careful pre-purchase diligence. Head gasket failure, dual turbo wastegate collapse, and chronic oil consumption are not minor inconveniences – they are budget-destroying events that have cost owners $6,000–$12,000 in repairs. If buying used, prioritise trucks with documented service history, confirmed TSB 17-2077 application, and a clean cooling system pressure test. Factor in the cost of more frequent oil checks and potentially shorter turbo life when calculating total ownership cost – this is not a fit-and-forget engine.
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