Ford common problems & reliability
Model-by-model fault guides for Ford. Pick a model to see its known issues, when they typically appear, and what to inspect before you buy.
Ford Bronco
2021–2024
4 known faults to check
Ford Bronco Sport
2021–2024
4 known faults to check
Ford C-Max
2010–2019 · Mk2
4 known faults to check
Ford EcoSport
2014–2022 · Mk2
4 known faults to check
Ford Edge
2015–2023 · 2nd gen
4 known faults to check
Ford Escape
2013–2019
4 known faults to check
Ford Expedition
2018–2023 · 4th gen (U553)
4 known faults to check
Ford Explorer
2016–2019 · 5th gen
4 known faults to check
Ford F-150
2015–2020 · 13th gen
4 known faults to check
Ford Fiesta
2013–2023 · Mk7/Mk8
4 known faults to check
Ford Focus
2018–2025 · Mk4
4 known faults to check
Ford Fusion
2013–2019
4 known faults to check
Ford Galaxy
2015–2023 · Mk4
4 known faults to check
Ford Grand C-Max
2010–2019 · Second generation
5 known faults to check
Ford Ka
2016–2020 · Ka+
4 known faults to check
Ford Kuga
2013–2024 · Mk2/Mk3
4 known faults to check
Ford Maverick
2022–2024
4 known faults to check
Ford Mondeo
2012–2022 · Mk4/Mk5
4 known faults to check
Ford Mustang
2015–2023 · S550 (6th gen)
4 known faults to check
Ford Puma
2019–2025 · Mk1
4 known faults to check
Ford Ranger
2019–2023 · P703 (4th gen)
4 known faults to check
Ford S-Max
2015–2023 · Mk2
4 known faults to check
Ford Tourneo Connect
2013–2026 · Second and third generation
5 known faults to check
Ford Tourneo Custom
2012–2023 · 2012
4 known faults to check
Ford Transit
2014–2024 · Mk8
4 known faults to check
Ford Transit Connect
2013–2023 · Mk2
4 known faults to check
Ford Transit Custom
2012–2024 · Mk1/Mk2
4 known faults to check
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