2.0 TDCi (DW10 / Duratorq)
2007–2014 · diesel · 1997cc · 140hp
Engine codes: DW10, TXBA, UFBA
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Ford Mondeo IV 2.0 TDCi (DW10 / Duratorq). Check this before you buy used.
The well-proven 2.0 TDCi workhorse — many exceed 200,000 km. The specific things to check: DPF/EGR on short-trip cars, the fuel vaporiser (clogs with soot around 100k miles, which then clogs the DPF), DMF wear, and intermittent cut-out from crank/cam sensors. Strong with regular servicing and motorway use. Avoid the PowerShift auto.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (DW10) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
- Citroën C5 Aircross— 1.5 / 2.0 BlueHDi (DV5 / DW10)180hp
- Citroën C4 Picasso— 2.0 HDi (DW10)150hp
- Ford Kuga— 2.0 TDCi (PSA DW10)150hp
- Peugeot 3008— 2.0 HDi (DW10)150hp
- Citroën C4— 2.0 HDi (DW10)138hp
- Ford Focus III— 2.0 TDCi (Duratorq, PSA DW10)140hp
- Ford Mondeo V— 1.5 / 2.0 TDCi (diesel)150hp
- Ford Focus II— 2.0 TDCi (DW10)136hp
- Peugeot 407— 2.0 HDi (DW10)136hp
- Peugeot 508— 2.0 HDi / BlueHDi (DW10)163hp
- Peugeot 308— 2.0 HDi (DW10)140hp
- Peugeot 5008— 2.0 HDi (DW10)150hp
- Citroën C5— 2.0 HDi (DW10)140hp
Known Issues
The fuel vaporiser (used to heat the DPF for regen) clogs with soot around 100k miles; failure then clogs the DPF.
Fix / Workaround: Replace vaporiser; keep DPF healthy with motorway runs.
Repair cost: €200–€700
Typically appears after: 160,000 km
DPF/EGR block on short urban trips → limp mode.
Fix / Workaround: Motorway runs; clean/replace.
Repair cost: €300–€1200
Stalling/cut-out linked to crank/cam sensors, fuel pressure or wiring.
Fix / Workaround: Diagnose sensors/wiring.
Repair cost: €100–€500
DMF wears at higher mileage (with clutch).
Fix / Workaround: Replace DMF + clutch together.
Repair cost: €600–€1200
Mileage Thresholds
After 160,000 km: Fuel vaporiser / DPF / DMF attention.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐DPF/EGR + fuel vaporiser history
- ☐Idle DMF rattle check
- ☐Scan for sensor/cut-out codes
- ☐Avoid PowerShift auto
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mondeo IV 2.0 TDCi (DW10 / Duratorq) reliable?
Maint. Sensitive — The well-proven 2.0 TDCi workhorse — many exceed 200,000 km. The specific things to check: DPF/EGR on short-trip cars, the fuel vaporiser (clogs with soot around 100k miles, which then clogs the DPF), DMF wear, and intermittent cut-out from crank/cam sensors. Strong with regular servicing and motorway use. Avoid the PowerShift auto.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Ford Mondeo IV 2.0 TDCi (DW10 / Duratorq)?
The most commonly reported problems: Fuel vaporiser failure (~100k miles), DPF / EGR clogging, Engine cut-out (sensors), Dual-mass flywheel wear.
Is a used Ford Mondeo IV 2.0 TDCi (DW10 / Duratorq) worth buying?
Fine if serviced correctly — but it punishes neglect hard. History and the right consumables matter.