The phrase "to blow the engine" means when a car's engine gets damaged or stops working completely, usually due to overheating or other mechanical issues. Full definition
Even if it does not blow the engine, it will cease to gain speed or power. (careertrend.net)
Not only is the 5.0 - liter blown engine responsive and powerful, but it sounds great. (autoweek.com)
Prayers were said as a US passenger plane blew an engine at 32,000 ft causing a woman to be partially sucked out of a window. (premierchristianity.com)