Ford Ecoboost Engine Failure (TWICE)

[blade7]

Lowtimer said:

blade7 said:

Which is why I check the ZDDP content of any triple ester synthetic I use in my 944.

As an aside, what are you using these days? I am on Royal Purple.

I've used Millers 10w50 CFS for the last 3 or 4 changes but it's got very expensive so I'm looking for something else now.

[mclwanB]

53catalina said:

BACK ON TRACK - UPDATE

Ford are replacing the engine for free.

They did make mention that whilst the service invoice showed 5W30 it 'probably' had the correct 5W20 oil added, and it 'may' have been a typo on the service desk.

Either way, NEW ENGINE IS BEING INSTALLED. FREE

Edited by 53catalina on Monday 29th September 14:40

When we get the car back i will also check to see if a new header tank and re routed pipework has been fitted.

Edited by 53catalina on Monday 29th September 14:42

Refreshing to see a manufacturer standing by their product!

[Andyjc86]

Excellent result, as expected. Now, let's see how long before you kill this one.

[MC Bodge]

Fwiw, I always use a low ash oil in my Mk4 Mondeo Diesel ...and don't use it for short journeys.

[53catalina]

Andyjc86 said:

Excellent result, as expected. Now, let's see how long before you kill this one.

I don't think we will keep it for another 30,000miles.

If anyone wants to buy a 62 Plate Focus Titanium, in white, complete with its 2nd new engine, send me a PM :-)

[MJK 24]

blade7 said:

Lowtimer said:

blade7 said:

Which is why I check the ZDDP content of any triple ester synthetic I use in my 944.

As an aside, what are you using these days? I am on Royal Purple.

I've used Millers 10w50 CFS for the last 3 or 4 changes but it's got very expensive so I'm looking for something else now.

Comma Motorsport 5w50 is available via Amazon for £24 delivered for 5 litres. Not sure how it compares to Millers but Opieoils might comment in his dedicated thread at the top of GG here.

[MC Bodge]

53catalina said:

I don't think we will keep it for another 30,000miles.

If anyone wants to buy a 62 Plate Focus Titanium, in white, complete with its 2nd new engine, send me a PM :-)

500 quid?

[Toaster Pilot]

53catalina said:

I don't think we will keep it for another 30,000miles.

If anyone wants to buy a 62 Plate Focus Titanium, in white, complete with its 2nd new engine, send me a PM :-)

wats ur last price bruv innit?

[blade7]

53catalina said:

I don't think we will keep it for another 30,000miles.

If anyone wants to buy a 62 Plate Focus Titanium, in white, complete with its 2nd new engine, send me a PM :-)

The internet reckons the engines blow up in those.

[xxChrisxx]

blade7 said:

53catalina said:

I don't think we will keep it for another 30,000miles.
If anyone wants to buy a 62 Plate Focus Titanium, in white, complete with its 2nd new engine, send me a PM :-)

The internet reckons the engines blow up in those.

Anecdotally... this thread does kind of support that assessment though.

[53catalina]

53catalina said:

UPDATE

Just been to view the car and looked at the offending PLASTIC PIPE that burst. It was incredibly brittle. See below.

Car has been returned, all repaired at Fords cost. The Brittle Plastic tube above has been replaced by a Rubber Hose.
Hopefully that will prevent the problem reoccurring.

If you have the plastic hose on your car, i would strongly recommend changing it asap.

[MC Bodge]

53catalina said:

Car has been returned, all repaired at Fords cost. The Brittle Plastic tube above has been replaced by a Rubber Hose.
Hopefully that will prevent the problem reoccurring.

If you have the plastic hose on your car, i would strongly recommend changing it asap.

If that is the cause, I would strongly recommend that Ford changed everybody's....

Are the engine problems a result of the hose failing, rather than other issues damaging the hose? You might expect a coolant hose to withstand under-bonnet coolant temps.

[mini1380cc]

Very good result. I think you are spot on with regards to the newer designed pipe. They wouldn't have updated it without a good reason.

Does this mean you have a restored faith in it, or is it being sold regardless?

[ADIBish]

My head gasket has also just gone on my 63 plate fiesta 1.0 eco-boost 100bhp it's only done 18k.

[ToothbrushMan]

gareth3685 said:

I've just checked and it seems the Fiesta has this modification also, car this picture is taken from is a 62 plate so assume its been the rubber part since introduction.

Looking at that engine bay of the 1.0L its a surprise theres any room for anything bigger like the 2L tdci or st engine !

[Andyjc86]

ADIBish said:

My head gasket has also just gone on my 63 plate fiesta 1.0 eco-boost 100bhp it's only done 18k.

Wtf are ford playing at, for the sake of a cheap part, do a mass bloody recall!

[MC Bodge]

Andyjc86 said:

Wtf are ford playing at, for the sake of a cheap part, do a mass bloody recall!

Is Watchdog still on TV?

[GroundEffect]

Andyjc86 said:

ADIBish said:

My head gasket has also just gone on my 63 plate fiesta 1.0 eco-boost 100bhp it's only done 18k.

Wtf are ford playing at, for the sake of a cheap part, do a mass bloody recall!

Recalls cost millions. Regardless of part cost.

[itcaptainslow]

Andyjc86 said:

Wtf are ford playing at, for the sake of a cheap part, do a mass bloody recall!

Recalls are usually only issued for safety based issues.

This *if* actioned will probably be a service action to be carried out when a vehicle is next brought in to a dealership.

[Willy Nilly]

The market leader in farm tractors has been having head gasket issues for over 20 years, the official line is that they are "service items". At least you didn't pay 90 grand for your Fiesta.