Thousands of Ford Transit, EcoBlue, Kuga, Focus and Mondeo owners have suffered catastrophic engine failures due to Ford's wet belt-in-oil system. You are not alone.
Ford introduced a "wet belt" timing system where the timing belt runs submerged in engine oil. This design has been linked to widespread, catastrophic engine failures.
Unlike traditional dry timing belts, Ford's wet belt sits in engine oil. When oil degrades or leaks, the belt can slip or snap — destroying the engine without warning.
Ford Transit, Transit Custom, Focus, Mondeo, Kuga, EcoSport and more — predominantly 1.5 and 2.0 EcoBlue diesel engines from 2016 onwards.
Engine replacements typically cost £3,000–£8,000. Many owners are left with worthless vehicles and no goodwill from Ford. Some face finance payments on undriveable vans.
Multiple legal cases are underway in the UK and EU. Owners who report their failures strengthen the legal case against Ford.
Rough idling, excessive oil consumption, warning lights, rattling on start-up, or a sudden loss of power. See all symptoms →
Preventative wet belt replacement before failure is now recommended by independent specialists. Find a specialist near you →
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