Ford Mondeo B4Y
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
226 PS
3.0L Duratec-ST Benzin
Mondeo ST220
Fun to Drive!150–155 PS
2.2L Duratorq TDCi Diesel
6 weaknesses
Stay Away!Body Variants
The Ford Mondeo B4Y is available as Turnier and Limousine and Schrägheck — choose your body type for specific insurance data:
Generations
Engine Overview
The Ford Mondeo B4Y is available with 9 engine variants — from 90 to 226 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Ford 2.0L Duratorq TDCi (Diesel, 90–131 PS) comes with 4 different engines: D5BA (2001–2007, Be Careful) und D6BA (2001–2007, Be Careful) und D6BA (2001–2007, Be Careful) und FMBA (2002–2007, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 2.0L Duratorq TDCi!
The Ford 2.2L Duratorq TDCi (Diesel, 150–155 PS) has the QJBA (2.2L Duratorq TDCi) — rated: "Stay Away!", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 1.8L Duratec SCi (Benziner, 125–131 PS) has the CFBA (1.8L Duratec SCi) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 1.8L Duratec-HE (Benziner, 125–131 PS) has the CHBA (1.8L Duratec-HE) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 1.8L Zetec-E (Benziner, 110–116 PS) has the CGBA (1.8L Zetec-E) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 2.0L Duratec-HE (Benziner, 145 PS) has the CJBA (2.0L Duratec-HE) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 2.5L Duratec-VE (Benziner, 170 PS) has the LCBD (2.5L Duratec-VE) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford 3.0L Duratec-VE (Benziner, 204 PS) has the REBA (3.0L Duratec-VE) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Ford ST220 (Benziner, 226 PS) has the MEBA (3.0L Duratec-ST) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rust on Door Lower Edges and Tailgate Door lower edges and door folds rust due to inadequate factory sealing, particularly on pre-facelift models up to 2003. Tailgate edge and wheel arches are also affected. Symptoms: Blistering and orange peel on door lower edges, visible early-stage rust penetration at door folds. | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 76 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford Mondeo B4Y (2001–2007) — 69 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. One problem engine: QJBA (2.2L Duratorq TDCi). Typical issues affect Rust, Suspension, Other, Electronics.
Mondeo (D5BA, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Injector Wear and Leaks, High-Pressure Pump Metal Debris and Failure, Timing Belt Premature Failure — Interval Too Long. Power: 90 PS.
Mondeo (D6BA, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Injector Wear and Leaks, High-Pressure Pump Metal Debris and Failure, Timing Belt Premature Failure — Interval Too Long. Power: 116 PS.
Mondeo (D6BA, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Injector Wear and Leaks, High-Pressure Pump Metal Debris and Failure, Timing Belt Premature Failure — Interval Too Long. Power: 129–131 PS.
Mondeo (FMBA, 2002–2007) — Be Careful: Injector Wear and Leaks, High-pressure pump — metal wear and failure, Timing belt premature failure — interval too long. Power: 129–131 PS.
Mondeo (QJBA, 2003–2007) — Stay Away!: Injector Failure and Piston Damage, Oil Pump Failure (Ranger 2.2), Injectors Wearing — High-Pressure Pump Damages Injectors. Power: 150–155 PS.
Mondeo (CGBA, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Intake Throttle Plates Break Off and Fall into Engine, Head Gasket Blown, Chain Tensioner Wear at High Mileage. Power: 110–116 PS.
Mondeo (CHBA, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Intake Throttle Plate Disaster, Increased Oil Consumption on Short Trips, Timing Chain Rattling. Power: 125–131 PS.
Mondeo (CJBA, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Intake Throttle Plates Fall into Engine, Increased Oil Consumption — up to 1 L/1,000 km, Timing Chain Tensioner Wearing Out. Power: 145 PS.
Mondeo (LCBD, 2001–2007) — Be Careful: Timing Chain — Tensioner and Guide Rails Worn, Inlet Manifold Swirl Flaps — Plastic Flap Breakage, Increased Oil Consumption from Worn Valve Stem Seals. Power: 170 PS.
Mondeo (MEBA, 2002–2007) — Be Careful: Timing Chain — Tensioner and Guide Rails Worn, Inlet Manifold Swirl Flaps — Plastic Flap Breakage, Increased Oil Consumption During Sporty Use. Power: 226 PS.
Mondeo (CFBA, 2003–2007) — Be Careful: High-Pressure Pump Stressing Timing Chain, Direct Injectors Fouling and Failing, Intake Throttle Plate Problem. Power: 125–131 PS.
Mondeo (REBA, 2003–2007) — Be Careful: Timing Chain — Tensioner and Guide Rails Worn, Intake Manifold Swirl Flaps — Plastic Flap Breakage, Oil Consumption from Coked Piston Rings. Power: 204 PS.
What to watch out for with the Ford Mondeo? 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