Top Ford Mechanics
88 Reviews
Garage in Birmingham , 11 years of experience
Hi my name is George I run GPmotors we are a friendly independent garage based in beoley in addition to this we also carry out mobile services & repairs. I have previously worked for main dealers such as loo...
TODD • 7th December 2024
Ford Fiesta • Diagnostic Inspection
Garage in London, 6 years of experience
German specialist garage based in EDGWARE HA86LN. We M O T cars bikes and small vans. All mechanical work welcome. We also do online coding on Mercedes, BMW and MINI. Our garage provides insurance approved i...
PAULINE • 7th December 2024
Ford Fiesta • MOT with collection & delivery
202 Reviews
Garage in Leicester, 15 years of experience
At J.J. Auto Repair we always aim to be helpful and friendly. We offer a range of services including, Mobile mechanic, Diagnostics, Full service, Multimedia system fitting, and more...
DANIEL • 7th December 2024
Ford Fiesta • Car Won't Start Inspection
11 Reviews
Garage in Dudley , 24 years of experience
With more than 24 years in the industry your car is in good hands. We are always happy to help to keep your car on the road
1 Reviews
Garage in Devon, 16 years of experience
I am a fully qualified technician, hybrid and Ev trained, air con technician, ADAS certified, I have worked in every part of the automotive industry over my 16year career from main dealer, independent and ro...
48 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Ferndale, 12 years of experience
we offer: servicing. brakes. exhaust. diagnostic. suspension components. alternator. starter motor. auxiliary belts. bulb replacement. and many more. we can work around you at a location that ...
38 Reviews
Garage in Gravesend , 20 years of experience
20 years experience in mechanical work with loads of qualifications work for bmw and Ford garage
HARVEY • 7th December 2024
Ford Fiesta • Alternator replacement
8 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Birmingham, 10 years of experience
I began my mechanic career over 15 years ago as a hobby enjoying working on and rebuilding vehicles. I then went to college to get my qualifications to make a professional career out of it. Straight after co...
CHRIS • 7th December 2024
Ford Fiesta • Timing belt replacement
205 Reviews
Garage in London, 13 years of experience
Btec NVQ level 3 qualified. I have been in the trade for the past 11 years. Working with big corporation such as honda, kwikfit, halfords, Ats euromaster, I have worked as a master technician as well as mana...
PAUL • 7th December 2024
Ford Fiesta • Brake discs and pads replacement - front (both)
127 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Essex , 32 years of experience
Worked at at Bmw and Ford Specialist on Fords and BMW Diagnostics specialist Worked at Met Police Workshop Fully Qualified Electric Vehiicle Technician MOT tester
NATHAN • 7th December 2024
Ford Transit Connect • Alternator replacement
35 Reviews
Garage in Harrow, 10 years of experience
Fully qualified vehicle mechanic having previously worked at JLR and Ford dealerships as well as independent
89 Reviews
Garage in Essex, 28 years of experience
I have worked for various main dealers and independent garages along with having my own business.
ANDREW • 6th December 2024
Ford Transit Custom • MOT with collection & delivery
135 Reviews
Garage in Ulcombe, 25 years of experience
We fit tyres at our work place or we can offer a mobile call out service. Also we offer a mobile mechanic service, This may be a simple diagnostic or mechanic work carried out at the road side, we can pic...
VILIS • 6th December 2024
Ford Mondeo • Diagnostic Inspection
92 Reviews
Mobile mechanic in Guisborough , 9 years of experience
BMW Mini Rolls Royce Independent BMW group dealer level diagnostics and able to write official BMW service history. BMW Master Tech ZF Gearbox Specialist Diagnostics; Smoke Tests ISTA (BMW GROUP...
JOHN • 6th December 2024
Ford Mondeo • Noise Under Bonnet Inspection
3 Reviews
Garage in Romford , 13 years of experience
Protech Performance is a Mobile Vehicle Tuning + Mobile Mechanic Service. We can repair, maintain or tune your vehicle wherever your vehicle is located, at your convenience. Our services include and are n...
COLIN • 6th December 2024
Ford Focus • Diagnostic Inspection
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Common Ford Faults
In terms of common problems Ford is no different than other manufacturers and monitors problems closely and recalls cars for repairs and replacements of parts. Sometimes if a problem is found it may lead to a recall of the affected models during which Ford will offer a solution to the problem found.
Apart from repairs that may be needed from time to time it is of course good to bear in mind that the lifespan of Fords and its parts can be extended if the car is taken well care of with regular servicing. That means, if the car is serviced according to Ford's stipulations you will find that your car runs better for longer. Practically things that can be done to prevent wear and deterioration on your Ford is proper lubrication of moving parts and making sure serviceable items like the air filter are regularly replaced. It will mean that related components are also better protected from wear.
Fiesta
With the Fiesta now in its sixth generation it is perhaps no surprise that over it's long lifetime there have been a couple of recalls. For example, in the early 90s a couple of high-end Fiestas of the XR2i and RS1800 varieties suffered from a brake pipe failure caused by pipes that were not of the correct specification, vibration led to the eventual failure of half the braking system. Of course Ford acted promptly and replaced the brake pipes. [R/1993/047] It was found in a later generation of Diesel-engine Fiesta that on some occasions water can enter the Glow Plug Control Module during wet conditions, as it was not waterproof. In a more major recall affected models were refitted with a waterproof unit, as on occasions the old unit could overheat and catch fire due to the water ingress. [R/2014/102 / FORD 4C564]
Focus
The Ford Focus was the successor to the Ford Escort, introduced at the end of the 90s. Early models suffered some teething problems, for example some suffered from an issue with the alternator. The regulator was found to be problematic; some could fail leading to the alternator overheating. As such, affected vehicles were fitted with a new regulator. [R/1999/051] Another recall campaign was launched for a problem with the rear wheel hub, it was found that some models built over a two month period in 2007 were fitted with retaining bolts that were found to be inadequate and could loosen up. Affected vehicles were fitted with new bolts to stop the problem from occurring. [R/2008/045 / Ford ref. 7C160]
Mondeo
Ford's classic family car and executive saloon has been around for many years, introduced as the successor to the Ford Sierra. A minor problem was identified in 1994 on models built from October 1992 through to July 1993 in that the headlamp could go out due to a fault in the headlamp switch. Ford took action on affected models by replacing the switch where necessary. [R/1994/038] Some newer Mondeo's were found to have problematic handbrakes; if the handbrake was not applied precisely as suggested in the ownership literature the handbrake system may actually not hold the car in place. Ford fitted affected models with a revised handbrake system with a better leverage ration to make sure the car stays stationary. [R/2003/083 / Ford Ref: 3C883]
Ka
The Ford Ka was introduced as Ford's cool supermini in the 90s, whilst it of course made use of many unproblematic components already fitted to other Fords, some faults were found exclusively on the Ka. In 2002, for example, it was found that on some models a front brake hose may wear due to contact with a front wheel rim. On some occasions the rubbing on the brake hose could lead to a brake fluid leak and therefore reduced braking performance. Ford managed to solve this by simply fitting a tie strap to lock it to it's retaining clip. [R/2002/085 / Ford Ref: 2C827]
Transit
Ford's iconic Transit van has helped propel the nation's economy for almost a century. Sometimes, though, it has not been able to escape the occasional recall. In 1998, for example, some models built between 1994 and 1998 fitted with cold start equipment were found to have an issue with the sound insulation material in the engine bay. There was a risk it could catch fire due to heat generated around it. Ford's solution was simple, the insulation material was simply removed. [R/1998/009] A rather bigger issue was found on models built between January 2000 and August 2001, on a number of models there was a chance that a pin on the front suspension ball joint may become loose if the van is driven in a rough manner. This meant that the upright could detach itself from the track control arm. Ford was of course quick to fix it, by fitting a pin with an improved design. [R/2001/132 / Ford Ref. 1C781]
How expensive are Ford repairs?
Labour times and part prices vary for each model, but to give you an idea here are some examples.
Car | Repair | Franchise Dealer estimate | Independent Garage estimate | ClickMechanic | Saving |
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Car2010 Ford Galaxy | RepairRear suspension lower arms (both) replacement | Franchise Dealer Est.£171 - £194 | Independent Garage Est.£114 - £132 | ClickMechanic Est.£115 - £133 | Saving32% |
Car2008 Ford Transit | RepairFront suspension lower arm bushes (one side) replacement | Franchise Dealer Est.£185 - £209 | Independent Garage Est.£108 - £123 | ClickMechanic Est.£109 - £125 | Saving40% |
Car2004 Ford Ranger | RepairFuel filter (diesel) replacement | Franchise Dealer Est.£37 - £47 | Independent Garage Est.£24 - £32 | ClickMechanic Est.£24 - £32 | Saving33% |
Car2004 Ford Focus C-MAX | RepairRadiator replacement | Franchise Dealer Est.£221 - £405 | Independent Garage Est.£147 - £299 | ClickMechanic Est.£149 - £300 | Saving28% |
Car2006 Ford Focus | RepairFront ball joint replacement - lower | Franchise Dealer Est.£146 - £183 | Independent Garage Est.£88 - £119 | ClickMechanic Est.£89 - £120 | Saving36% |
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Mechanics that work on Fords
- Autocrazy, Great Bookham
- Connect Commercials, Dorset
- Dawson Engineering Burley Ltd, Hampshire
- Dk Express Ltd, Littleport
- E.K Tuning, Waltham Cross
- FLEET COMMERCIALS LIMITED, Wigan
- JDC CARS LIMITED, Leeds
- MTVS, Wishaw
- Mark And Son's, Hitchin
- Mechanaholic Ltd, Langley
- Mells Auto Repairs, Frome
- Olys Autos Ltd, Rhyl
- Pc Autos, Cookstown
- Robinwood Autos Ltd, Newport
- Sawmoco Ltd, Sawston