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1.7 CRDi diesel (D4FD)

20102015 · diesel · 1685cc · 116hp

Engine codes: D4FD

Maint. Sensitive

Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Hyundai ix35 1.7 CRDi diesel (D4FD). Check this before you buy used.

The 1.7 CRDi — economical 2WD diesel, generally solid but the high-pressure pump can give trouble from ~70,000 km, plus EGR/DPF on short-trip cars. Chain-driven. Good with quality-oil discipline and motorway use.

Same engine, other cars

This is the same physical engine (D4FD) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:

Known Issues

High-pressure pump troublerecurring

HP pump issues from ~70,000 km → running faults.

Fix / Workaround: Diagnose/replace HP pump; clean fuel.

Repair cost: €300–€1200

Typically appears after: 70,000 km

EGR / DPF cloggingrecurring

Clogs on short trips.

Fix / Workaround: Motorway runs; clean/replace.

Repair cost: €200–€900

Mileage Thresholds

After 70,000 km: HP pump attention.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

  • Scan for fuel-system faults
  • EGR/DPF history; prefer motorway use
  • Quality-oil history

Frequently asked questions

Is the Hyundai ix35 1.7 CRDi diesel (D4FD) reliable?

Maint. Sensitive — The 1.7 CRDi — economical 2WD diesel, generally solid but the high-pressure pump can give trouble from ~70,000 km, plus EGR/DPF on short-trip cars. Chain-driven. Good with quality-oil discipline and motorway use.

What are the common problems and reviews for the Hyundai ix35 1.7 CRDi diesel (D4FD)?

The most commonly reported problems: High-pressure pump trouble, EGR / DPF clogging.

Is a used Hyundai ix35 1.7 CRDi diesel (D4FD) worth buying?

Fine if serviced correctly — but it punishes neglect hard. History and the right consumables matter.