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Reliability of the Ford C-Max

Last update 16. 02. 2024

The ADAC breakdown statistics determine which Ford models are the most reliable and which have broken down most – a good help when buying a used Ford C-Max.

In the statistics for 2023, all the breakdowns for which the German Yellow Angels had to move out in 2022 were recorded and evaluated. There is enough data available that gives an objective picture of the reliability of the Ford C-Max.

Ford C-Max Reliability

Breakdowns in the 2022 calendar year

EZ 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013
index 4,7 8,6 9,1 12,5 18,6 28,0 26,5


Breakdowns in the 2020 calendar year

EZ 2011 EZ 2012 EZ 2013 EZ 2014 EZ 2015 EZ 2016 EZ 2017 EZ 2018
33,2 29,7 25,9 20,7 11,6 8,8 5,7 3,9

Breakdowns in the 2019 calendar year

EZ 2010 EZ 2011 EZ 2012 EZ 2013 EZ 2014 EZ 2015 EZ 2016 EZ 2017
51,8 36 31,4 22,9 16,8 7,9 6,1 3,7

Legend: Number of breakdowns per 1,000 vehicles registered (= breakdown index) by year of first registration (EZ)

Common Breakdowns

  • Battery (2010-2013)
  • Injector (2010-2011)
  • Generator (2010)
  • Particle filter (2010)

Source: ADAC

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Recent C-Max Recalls

26/01/2024
The engine control unit does not correctly detect overheating, which can allow the engine to overheat, leading to a leak of engine...
07/12/2019
The clutch pressure plate may break while the vehicle is in motion. This may lead to a malfunction of the transmission and to incr...
03/11/2019
The seatbelts may be defective. This may result in loss of their retaining function, increasing the risk of injuries in the event ...
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