2007 Ford Mondeo

Introduction:

The 2007 Ford Mondeo is a mid-size sedan known for its sleek design and spacious interior. It offers a range of engine and transmission options, including a 2.3-liter Duratec I-4 (160 hp/156 lb-ft), a 2.5-liter Duratec V-6 (221 hp/165 lb-ft), and a 3.0-liter Duratec V-6 (221 hp/205 lb-ft). Transmission options include a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic, and a continuamente variable transmission (CVT). While praised for its handling and comfort, the Mondeo has also encountered several common issues.

Engine

2.3-liter Duratec I-4

• Intake manifold runner control valve failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold runner control valve may fail, resulting in a loss of power, poor fuel economy, and a rough idle.
  • Solution: Replace the intake manifold runner control valve.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

2.5-liter Duratec V-6

• Oil leaks from valve cover gaskets:
  • Description/Symptoms: The valve cover gaskets may fail, causing oil leaks from the top of the engine.
  • Solution: Replace the valve cover gaskets.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

3.0-liter Duratec V-6

• Timing chain tensioner failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The timing chain tensioner may fail, leading to timing chain slack and potentially catastrophic engine damage.
  • Solution: Replace the timing chain tensioner assembly.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $600 - $1,200
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

5-speed Manual

• No major issues found

6-speed Automatic

• Transmission fluid leaks from torque converter seal:
  • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter seal may fail, leading to transmission fluid leaks and potential loss of drive.
  • Solution: Replace the torque converter seal.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
  • Recalls: None Found

CVT

• CVT belt failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The CVT belt may wear or break prematurely, causing the transmission to fail and the car to lose power.
  • Solution: Replace the CVT belt and related components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Rear suspension toe link bushings:
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear suspension toe link bushings may wear or tear, leading to rear end instability and alignment problems.
  • Solution: Replace the rear suspension toe link bushings.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery drain issues:
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery may drain prematurely due to a parasitic electrical draw.
  • Solution: Identify and fix the source of the parasitic draw.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the cause
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Headlight condensation:
  • Description/Symptoms: Condensation may form inside the headlight assemblies.
  • Solution: Replace the headlight assemblies.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 per assembly
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Climate control malfunction:
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system may fail, resulting in inconsistent or ineffective temperature control.
  • Solution: Replace the climate control unit or repair electrical components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2007 Ford Mondeo has several common issues that can vary in severity and cost to repair. Issues such as intake manifold runner control valve failure, oil leaks, and transmission fluid leaks are relatively minor and affordable to fix. However, more serious issues like a timing chain tensioner failure or CVT belt failure can be quite costly and time-consuming to address. Potential buyers and owners of the Mondeo should be aware of these potential problems and factor them into their purchase or ownership decision.