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From the very start, everyone with a hint of mechanical understanding was aware that Ford's 1.0-liter EcoBoost inline-three turbo may pose serious mechanical problems due to its belt-in-oil system.

EcoBoost engines have been integral to Ford's lineup since the 2010 model year, with engines like the 3.0-liter EcoBoost powering a range of Ford vehicles, including the Explorer ST and Bronco Raptor.

Over the years, the consensus has been that three cylinders don't sound like much. However, that thinking has aged poorly, because manufacturers figured out that fewer cylinders didn't have to mean ...