2001 Ford Mondeo

Introduction

The 2001 Ford Mondeo is a midsize sedan that was available with a variety of engine and transmission options. The standard engine was a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 130 horsepower and 135 lb-ft of torque. Other engine options included a 2.5-liter V6 with 170 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque, and a 3.0-liter V6 with 200 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque. The Mondeo was available with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.

Owners of the 2001 Ford Mondeo generally like its comfortable ride, spacious interior, and good fuel economy. However, some owners have reported issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, exterior, and interior.

Engine

• 2.0L Four-Cylinder
  • Intake manifold gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant or oil leak, overheating engine, rough idle
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
    • Recalls: None Found
  • Timing belt failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine stalls, loss of power, rattling noise
    • Solution: Replace timing belt, timing belt tensioner, and water pump
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 2.5L V6
  • No Issues Found
• 3.0L V6
  • Head gasket failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant or oil leak, overheating engine, white smoke from exhaust
    • Solution: Replace head gasket
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• Five-Speed Manual
  • No Issues Found
• Four-Speed Automatic
  • Transmission slipping
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, loss of power
    • Solution: Rebuild or replace transmission
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Strut failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise, uneven tire wear, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace struts
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Control arm failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise, vibration, poor handling
  • Solution: Replace control arms
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Alternator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, difficulty starting engine, battery warning light on
  • Solution: Replace alternator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Engine cranks but won’t start, clicking noise
  • Solution: Replace starter
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Door lock failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Doors won’t lock or unlock, door lock switch not working
  • Solution: Replace door lock actuator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Window regulator failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Window won’t go up or down, window makes noise
  • Solution: Replace window regulator
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate control failure
  • Description/Symptoms: AC or heater not working, fan not blowing
  • Solution: Replace climate control module or blower motor
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Power seat failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Seat won’t move, seat makes noise
  • Solution: Replace power seat motor or switch
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2001 Ford Mondeo is a reliable and affordable midsize sedan. However, some owners have reported issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, exterior, and interior. Most of these issues are relatively minor and inexpensive to fix. However, some issues, such as head gasket failure and transmission slipping, can be more severe and expensive to repair.