Ford Galaxy WA6
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
199–203 PS
2.0L EcoBoost Benzin
Strong WA6
Decent116 PS
1.6L Duratorq TDCi Diesel
9 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Ford Galaxy WA6 is available with 8 engine variants — from 116 to 203 hp. 2 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Ford 1.6L Duratorq TDCi (Diesel, 116 PS) has the T1WA (1.6L Duratorq TDCi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 9 known weaknesses.
The Ford 1.8L Duratorq TDCi (Diesel, 125 PS) has the QYWA (1.8L Duratorq TDCi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Ford 2.0L Duratorq TDCi (Diesel, 136–163 PS) comes with 3 different engines: QXWA (2006–2010, Be Careful) und TXWA (2010–2015, Stay Away!) und UFWA (2010–2015, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L Duratorq TDCi!
The Ford 2.2L Duratorq TDCi (Diesel, 175–200 PS) comes with 2 different engines: Q4WA (2008–2010, Be Careful) und KNWA (2010–2015, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.2L Duratorq TDCi!
The Ford 1.6L EcoBoost (Benziner, 160 PS) has the JTWA (1.6L EcoBoost) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Ford 2.0L Duratec-HE (Benziner, 145 PS) has the AOWA (2.0L Duratec-HE) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 2.0L EcoBoost (Benziner, 199–203 PS) has the TNWA (2.0L EcoBoost) — rated: "Stay Away!", 7 known weaknesses.
The Ford 2.3L Duratec-HE (Benziner, 160 PS) has the SEWA (2.3L Duratec-HE) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Wiring harness damaged by washer fluid Overflowing washer fluid damages the wiring harness beneath the reservoir. Consequences include engine stalling, AC failure and diagnostic faults. Repairing individual cables is cheaper than a full harness replacement. Symptoms: Sudden engine stall, fault code P0003, AC failure, multiple warning lights illuminate. from 100,000 km | Medium | |
| Battery deep-discharge from elevated parasitic drain The Ford Galaxy WA6 suffers from elevated parasitic drain that deep-discharges the battery after several days of standing. Faulty immobiliser modules and various control units can increase standby current draw. Multiple battery replacements within a short period is a typical complaint. Symptoms: Vehicle won't start after a few days of standing; battery flat despite being new; starting problems in the morning. from 120,000 km | Low |
Top Reported Issues
Alternatives
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 88 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford Galaxy WA6 (2006–2015) — 80 engine-related and 8 vehicle-related. 6 problem engines: QYWA (1.8L Duratorq TDCi), JTWA (1.6L EcoBoost), TXWA (2.0L Duratorq TDCi), T1WA (1.6L Duratorq TDCi), TNWA (2.0L EcoBoost), KNWA (2.2L Duratorq TDCi). Typical issues affect Electronics, HVAC, Suspension, Gearbox.
Galaxy (QYWA, 2006–2007) — Stay Away!: Injector seal: "Black Death" failure, Turbocharger failure, Seized Injectors — Cannot Be Extracted. Power: 125 PS.
Galaxy (QXWA, 2006–2010) — Be Careful: Injector Wear and Leaks, High-Pressure Pump Metal Contamination and Failure, Timing Belt Early Failure — Interval Too Long. Power: 136–140 PS.
Galaxy (Q4WA, 2008–2010) — Be Careful: Injector Failure and Piston Damage, Oil Pump Failure (Ranger 2.2), High-Pressure Pump Failure. Power: 175 PS.
Galaxy (TXWA, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Injector Wear and Leaks, Oil Bath Belt Clogs Oil Pump Strainer, Premature Turbocharger Failure from Oil Starvation. Power: 163 PS.
Galaxy (UFWA, 2010–2015) — Be Careful: Injector Wear and Leaks, High-Pressure Pump Metal Debris and Failure, Premature Timing Belt Failure — Interval Too Long. Power: 136–140 PS.
Galaxy (KNWA, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Injector Failure and Piston Damage, Oil Pump Failure (Ranger 2.2), Timing Chain Stretch. Power: 200 PS.
Galaxy (T1WA, 2011–2015) — Stay Away!: Injector Seal 'Black Death' Failure, Turbocharger Failure from Oil Starvation, High-Pressure Pump Metal Debris and Failure. Power: 116 PS.
Galaxy (AOWA, 2006–2010) — Be Careful: Intake Throttle Plate Risk (Galaxy/S-Max), Timing Chain Tensioner Wearing Out, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 145 PS.
Galaxy (SEWA, 2007–2010) — Be Careful: Intake Swirl Flap Issue (S-Max), Connecting Rod Bearing Damage at High Mileage, Increased Oil Consumption. Power: 160 PS.
Galaxy (TNWA, 2010–2015) — Stay Away!: Hairline Cracks in Engine Block, PowerShift Gearbox Judder and Slipping, Head Gasket Failure. Power: 199–203 PS.
Galaxy (JTWA, 2011–2015) — Stay Away!: Cylinder Head Cracks — Recall Issue, PowerShift Gearbox Judder on Take-Off, Turbocharger Wear. Power: 160 PS.
What to watch out for with the Ford Galaxy? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee