Ford Ka+ 2016

1.5L TDCi diesel used in Ka+ 2016-2019. 95 hp, 5-speed manual.

• !! Recall Camshaft Sprocket Material Fatigue (16B42)

  Ford recalled approximately 8,400 vehicles (production October 2014 to April 2015) because the camshaft sprocket can fracture due to material fatigue and damage the engine.

  0–0 $
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• !! EGR Cooler Crack with Coolant Ingestion from 120,000 km

  The EGR cooler develops cracks under extreme thermal cycling. Coolant enters the intake tract and forms black foam in the expansion tank. In the worst case a hydraulic lock results.

  Symptoms: Black or oily foam in the coolant expansion tank, coolant loss with no external leak, white exhaust smoke, tendency to overheat.
  500–1,200 $
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• !! DPF Issues from Short-Trip Driving from 80,000 km

  The 1.5 TDCi frequently suffers from DPF clogging. Regeneration temperature is not reached on short trips, resulting in failed regeneration cycles and fuel dilution of the oil. Widely reported as the most common warranty complaint.

  Symptoms: Check engine light, power loss, raised oil level, DPF warning lamp
  400–1,000 $
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Ford-badged Fiat 1.2 Fire derivative. 1169cc and 1198cc variants. Used in Ka II RU8 (69 hp / 51 kW), Ka II RU8 (71 hp / 52 kW) and Ka+ 2016. Reliable — watch the timing belt and cooling system.

• !! Timing Belt — Regular Replacement Required from 140,000 km

  The 1.2 Ti-VCT (Fiat Fire basis) is an interference engine with a timing belt. Replacement interval 150,000 km or 10 years; check belt history on any used purchase. Snap leads to engine destruction.

  Symptoms: No warning symptom — sudden engine cutout on snap. Knocking sounds can indicate a loose belt.
  250–500 $
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• !! Recall: Fire Risk from Short Circuit in Battery Wiring

  Ford recalled Ka+ models in 2019 due to possible short circuits in the battery wiring. A short circuit can cause overheating and in extreme cases start a fire.

  0–0 $
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• !! Ignition Coil Failed — Misfires from 100,000 km

  The 1.2 Ti-VCT in the Ka+ uses a Fiat Fire derivative. The pencil coils on this engine fail at higher mileages with misfires in the mid-rpm range, typically after 100,000 km.

  Symptoms: Hesitation at 1,500–2,500 rpm, fault code P030x, rough engine running, occasional stumble under acceleration
  60–200 $
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85 hp version of the 1.2L Ti-VCT (1196cc). Used in Ka+ with 5-speed manual. Also known as YSKE variant.

• !! Timing Belt — Regular Replacement Required from 140,000 km

  The 1.2 Ti-VCT (Fiat Fire base) is an interference engine with a timing belt. Change interval 150,000 km or 10 years; check belt service history on used car purchase. Belt failure causes engine damage.

  Symptoms: No warning symptom — sudden engine shutdown on belt failure. Knocking noises may indicate a slack belt.
  250–500 $
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• !! Ignition Coil Failure — Misfires from 100,000 km

  The 1.2 Ti-VCT in the Ka+ uses a Fiat Fire derivative. The pencil coils on this block fail at higher mileage with misfires in the mid-rpm range, typically after 100,000 km.

  Symptoms: Stumbling at 1,500–2,500 rpm, fault code P030x, rough engine note, occasional hesitation on acceleration
  60–200 $
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• ! Thermostat Stuck Open from 100,000 km

  Thermostats on the 1.2 Ti-VCT (Fiat Fire derivative) occasionally stick open. Engine does not reach operating temperature; fuel consumption rises. Inexpensive replacement recommended.

  Symptoms: Temperature gauge permanently low, poor heater output, increased consumption
  50–150 $
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