KNOWN FAULT · Ford

Lights, brakes, oil leaks and campaigns on the S-Max II

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Engine / equipment: Ford S-Max II and Galaxy (2015–2023, petrol, hybrid and diesel)
Period mentioned: 2015–2023
Symptoms: Lights and indicators at the roadworthiness test, brake hoses and discs wearing early, oil leaks at high mileage, interior plastics that scratch and a centre console that breaks.
Possible cause described: Recalls: rusty rear-arm bolts (risk of breaking), the 2.0 diesel fuel sensor and a slipping clutch on manual EcoBoosts that can break the pressure plate (fire risk).
Check for the garage: Check campaigns by VIN; check the oil level; check lights and brakes.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

CarWiki: known problems of the Ford S-Max

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How is it checked?

Check campaigns by VIN; check the oil level; check lights and brakes.

What are the symptoms?

Lights and indicators at the roadworthiness test, brake hoses and discs wearing early, oil leaks at high mileage, interior plastics that scratch and a centre console that breaks.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: Ford
Engine / equipment: Ford S-Max II and Galaxy (2015–2023, petrol, hybrid and diesel)
Period mentioned: 2015–2023

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Models with this entry

Ford S-Max / Galaxy (II)2015–2023

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