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Faults and service for this model with this engine

Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10)

Diesel · 2010–2019

6
known faults
2
Faults typical of this model
11.4 %
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All about the Ford C-Max / Grand C-MaxAll about the 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) engine

The 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) engine was fitted to the Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max (2010–2019). In the EU that is 11.4 % of all new cars of this generation.

Versions: 2.0.

The most expensive known risk is injector faults (worn, leaking back or sticking injectors): it usually appears at 150,000–250,000 km and costs €250–1,600 to fix.

Engine faults ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)

✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.

Water pump leaks or fails: coolant loss, overheating (2.0 BlueHDi)

usually 60,000–180,000 km · High risk
model years 2014–2023 only

Signs: Coolant level drops, temperature warning or erratic gauge, heating stops working, loss of power

Fix: Stop driving when it overheats; replace the water pump together with the timing belt kit and check the head gasket; ask the dealer about the 5-year / 150,000 km cover on some 3008s

€350–900

Injector faults (worn, leaking back or sticking injectors)

usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Hard starting, rough idle or misfire, smoke, knocking, injector fault codes; fuel in the oil in bad cases

Fix: Read injector corrections and do a return-flow test; repair or replace only the faulty injectors and code them to the ECU

€250–1,600

EGR valve sooting

usually 100,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Power loss or limp mode, black smoke, rough running, EGR fault codes; worse with short trips

Fix: Clean or replace the EGR valve; cleaning usually helps only for a while

€150–600

Turbo boost faults: vacuum solenoid, actuator or sticking VGT vanes

usually 120,000–250,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Limp mode under load, overboost or underboost codes, surging power, whistling

Fix: Check vacuum hoses, the boost-control solenoid and the boost sensor first; clean or rebuild the turbo if the vanes stick

€100–1,300

DPF clogging; additive (Eolys) runs low (additive systems)

usually 80,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: DPF or additive-level warning, limp mode after long periods of city driving

Fix: Refill the additive and reset the counter, check the pressure sensor, force a regeneration; clean or replace the DPF if it is full

€100–1,500

Hydraulic lifters tick on cold start (high mileage)

usually 150,000–300,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Ticking from the top of the engine after a cold start that fades after a few minutes

Fix: Use the correct oil and shorter change intervals; if it persists, replace the lifters (camshafts must come out)

€300–750

Faults typical of this model

Door latch failure (recall)

usually 0–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Door won't latch or opens while driving

Fix: Check recall; replace latch

€0–250

SYNC infotainment faults

usually 0–150,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Freezes, Bluetooth drops

Fix: Software update

€0–150

Gearboxes

Manual

Clutch wear

usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Slipping, high bite point

Fix: Replace clutch kit

€500–900

Dual-mass flywheel

usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away

Fix: Replace with clutch

€700–1,400

PowerShift DPS6 (dry clutch)

Clutch shudder / slip from oil leaking past input-shaft seals

usually 40,000–160,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Shudder or judder when pulling away, slipping, delayed take-off, rough 1-2 shifts, gearbox warning

Fix: Replace the double clutch together with the input-shaft seals (and check the rear crankshaft seal), then run the clutch adaptations; software update if available

€900–1,800

Transmission control module (TCM) failure: drops into neutral

usually 50,000–180,000 km · High risk

Signs: Gearbox warning, car suddenly loses drive or will not engage a gear, intermittent no-start in gear, faults such as P0606

Fix: First test the battery, the gearbox ground connection and the TCM plug / harness; if the module is faulty, replace and program it and run the relearn procedures

€500–1,200

Clutch actuator motor failure

usually 60,000–180,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Gearbox warning with a clutch-actuator code, harsh or no engagement of odd or even gears, limp mode

Fix: Swap the two actuator motors to see if the fault follows the motor; replace the faulty actuator and run the clutch adaptation

€300–700

PowerShift MPS6 (wet, Getrag)

MPS6 fluid & clutch wear

usually 120,000–220,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Rough shifts when the fluid is old

Fix: Fluid change every 60,000 km

€200–1,500

Automatic (torque converter)

Torque converter / valve body

usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts

Fix: Fluid service, repair

€300–2,500

Service plan for this engine

Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,750. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.

Intervals and typical prices for the Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max with the 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.

ItemIntervalTypical price
DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissionsevery 20,000 km€0–60
Engine oil + oil filterEngineevery 15,000 km or every 12 months€70–150
Cabin (pollen) filterClimateevery 15,000 km or every 12 months€15–40
Brake fluidBrakesevery 24 months€50–95
A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climateevery 24 months€70–150
Air filterEngineevery 30,000 km or every 24 months€15–45
Fuel filterFuelevery 30,000 km or every 24 months€40–110
Glow plugsEngineevery 100,000 km€120–300
Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngineevery 120,000 km€70–180
Coolant replacementCoolingevery 150,000 km or every 96 months€70–150
Timing belt kit + water pumpEngineevery 150,000 km or every 120 months€450–900
Manual gearbox oilTransmissionevery 150,000 km€60–130
Front brake padsBrakesusually at 30,000–60,000 km€60–150
Front brake discs + padsBrakesusually at 60,000–120,000 km€150–320
Rear brake padsBrakesusually at 50,000–90,000 km€50–130
Tyres (set of 4)Wheelsusually at 40,000–60,000 km€320–700
Wiper bladesBodychecked at service€20–50
12V batteryElectricalchecked at service€100–220

Versions of this engine in the Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max

VersionShareYearsCO₂Fuel use
2.0 Diesel1,997 cm³3.4 %2010–2019121 g/km—

Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.

Official recalls

Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (10). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.

  • Steering X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update19/12/2024 · R/2025/094
  • Seat belt Seat belt anchorage bolt partially engaged05/11/2019 · R/2019/334
  • Fire risk Vehicle could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture22/02/2019 · R/2018/351
  • Fire risk Clutch pressure plate may fracture16/07/2018 · R/2018/082
  • Steering Casting defect may cause alloy wheel(s) to crack19/03/2018 · R/2018/011
  • Fire risk Oil sump may crack due to the engine overheating12/03/2018 · R/2018/053
  • Fire risk The engine cylinder head may crack08/01/2018 · R/2018/008
  • Airbag Side and/or knee airbag may fail to deploy in a collision04/09/2017 · R/2017/241

Common questions

What are the biggest risks of the Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max with the 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) engine?

The faults with the highest risk: injector faults (worn, leaking back or sticking injectors) (150,000–250,000 km, €250–1,600); DPF clogging; additive (Eolys) runs low (additive systems) (80,000–200,000 km, €100–1,500); turbo boost faults: vacuum solenoid, actuator or sticking VGT vanes (120,000–250,000 km, €100–1,300); EGR valve sooting (100,000–220,000 km, €150–600).

Does the Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) have a timing belt or a chain?

Belt · 150,000 km / every 120 mo.

Which oil does the Ford C-Max / Grand C-Max 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) need?

5W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / Ford WSS-M2C913-C / 934-B · ~4.25–5.5 L · every 15,000 km.

The same model with other engines

1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v)1.0 EcoBoost / 1.0 Ti-VCT (Fox)1.5 / 1.6 EcoBoost (4-cyl)1.25 / 1.4 / 1.5 / 1.6 Duratec / Ti-VCT (Ford Sigma)

Other models with the 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) engine

Ford Kuga II 2012–2019Ford Mondeo IV 2007–2014Volvo V70 III 2007–2016Ford Mondeo V 2014–2022Ford S-Max / Galaxy I 2006–2015Peugeot 3008 I 2009–2016Peugeot 508 I 2010–2018Ford S-Max / Galaxy II 2015–2023Citroën C5 III 2008–2017Ford Kuga I 2008–2012Peugeot 5008 I 2009–2017Citroën C4 Picasso II / SpaceTourer 2013–2022

Sources and notes

Main sources for the faults of this engine:

Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →

Updated 29/10/2026