KNOWN FAULTS · Ford

Ford S-Max / Galaxy (I) 1.6 / 1.8 / 2.0 / 2.2 TDCi common problems.

2006–2015 · Diesel

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

2 known faults with sources

Applies if: Weak points of this model from inspections, breakdown statistics and recalls; anything specific to one engine is stated in the sheet.

Suspension, particulate filter, turbo and campaigns on the S-Max I and Galaxy (2006–2015)Known weak points

Engine / equipment: Ford S-Max I and Galaxy (2006–2015, petrol and diesel)
Period mentioned: 2006–2015
Symptoms: Suspension, steering, joints, lights, brakes and oil leaks at the roadworthiness test; clogged particulate filters (2006–2007) and oil dilution on short trips; turbos up to 2009; alternators, handbrake, immobiliser and engine management; water on the wiring loom under the washer tank; carbon on the EcoBoost engines.
Possible cause described: Recalls: pressure plate on manual EcoBoosts, a badly bonded glass roof, two for the brake servo in the cold, rusty rear-arm bolts, 2.0 Duratorq overheating, the 2.0 diesel fuel sensor and 2.2 TDCi injector seals.
Check for the garage: Check every campaign by VIN; check suspension and leaks; on diesels, oil level and filter.
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.

Applies if: Only the 1.6 TDCi.

1.6 TDCi turbo starved of oilInjection / turbo

Engine / equipment: 1.6 TDCi (DV6)
Period mentioned: Approx. 2004–2018
Symptoms: Hissing from the engine, diesel smell in the cabin, very dark oil between changes and, eventually, a failing turbo with smoke and loss of power.
Possible cause described: The injectors’ copper washers stop sealing; the gases form carbon that gets into the oil and blocks the mesh filter in the turbo oil-feed pipe, starving the turbo. The wrong oil and switching off with the turbo very hot make it worse.
Check for the garage: Check the injector washers and the turbo oil-feed filter. If the turbo is replaced, also clean the sump, intercooler and feed pipe, or the new turbo can fail again. Use low-SAPS oil.
Cost cited in the source: Approx. €1,200–2,500 for a turbo replacement with oil-circuit cleaningA rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.