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
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Ford S-Max / Galaxy II
2015–2023 · Ford S-Max / Galaxy 2
3
engines covered
14
known faults
44,466
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
16
official recalls
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The Ford S-Max / Galaxy II was built from 2015 to 2023.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 14 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Coolant intrusion into cylinders (1.5): it usually appears at 60,000–180,000 km and costs €3,000–6,000 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (9.8 %), tyres and wheels (7.2 %), brakes (5.0 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: brakes, lights, wipers and visibility. It fails less often than average on: body and corrosion, exhaust, emissions and leaks.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 / 1.6 EcoBoost (4-cyl) | Petrol | Belt · 150,000 km / every 120 mo | 5W-20 · Ford WSS-M2C948-B · ~4.1 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) | Diesel | Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo | 5W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / Ford WSS-M2C913-C / 934-B · ~4.25–5.5 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue (Ford 'Panther') | Diesel | Wet belt · 200,000 km | 0W-30 / 5W-30 · Ford WSS-M2C950-A / 952-A1 · ~6.2 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
SYNC infotainment faults
usually 0–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Freezes, Bluetooth drops
Fix: Software update
€0–150
Faults by engine
1.5 / 1.6 EcoBoost (4-cyl)
Coolant intrusion into cylinders (1.5)
usually 60,000–180,000 km · High risk
engine codes: M8DA, M8DB, M9DA, UNCJ, M8MA, M9MA
Signs: Misfire on start, white smoke, coolant loss
Fix: Engine block replacement
€3,000–6,000
Carbon build-up (direct injection)
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rough idle
Fix: Valve cleaning
€300–600
2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10)
Injectors / injector seals
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Smoke, knocking, hard start
Fix: Replace seals / injectors
€300–1,500
DPF with additive (FAP)
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
model years 2004–2027 only
Signs: DPF / additive warning
Fix: Refill additive, clean DPF
€150–1,500
EGR valve / swirl flap actuator
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€200–700
Turbo actuator / vanes
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Overboost / underboost
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,000
2.0 EcoBlue (Ford 'Panther')
Oil pump drive belt (runs in oil)
usually 80,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Sudden oil pressure loss — can destroy the engine (Transit 2016–2019)
Fix: Inspect / replace the belt proactively
€500–1,200
Wet timing belt degradation
usually 150,000–240,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Belt in oil degrades over time
Fix: Replace per schedule
€700–1,400
AdBlue / NOx sensor
usually 80,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: AdBlue warning
Fix: Replace sensor or heater
€300–900
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
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
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.5 / 1.6 EcoBoost (4-cyl) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 150,000 km or every 120 months | €450–900 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 44,466 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 2.0 % | 5.0 % | 6.2 % | 6.5 % | 4.4 % | 4.5 % |
| Suspension | 0.2 % | 0.4 % | 1.0 % | 1.5 % | 2.9 % | 3.6 % |
| Steering | 0.0 % | 0.1 % | 0.2 % | 0.4 % | 0.3 % | 0.8 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 4.6 % | 7.2 % | 9.7 % | 10.8 % | 8.1 % | 8.0 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 7.2 % | 9.8 % | 11.3 % | 14.7 % | 16.2 % | 15.7 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.2 % | 0.5 % | 1.2 % | 2.1 % | 1.9 % | 3.0 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 1.5 % | 0.9 % | 0.8 % | 1.2 % | 2.0 % | 3.1 % |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (16). 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.
- Electronics / software Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update05/05/2026 · R/2026/181
- Visibility CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update08/09/2025 · R/2025/359
- Fire risk 25S54 Kuga S-Max and Galaxy - Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Software Update07/07/2025 · R/2025/243
- Steering X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update19/12/2024 · R/2025/094
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Brake Hose Leak23/05/2024 · R/2026/076
- Engine / loss of power 23S27 Kuga S-Max/Galaxy 2.5L HEV/PHEV Engine: Engine Compartment Issue26/02/2024 · R/2023/175
- Electronics / software The eCall feature will stop functioning due to a malfunction29/07/2022 · R/2022/239
- Lights A number of vehicles fitted with adaptive headlamps will not display a warning message23/06/2022 · R/2022/182
The other recalls (8) are listed in the app.
Other generations
Sources and notes
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. 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.
Updated 07/10/2026