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2014 Ford C-MAX repairs by problem area

Engine (14%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (47%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (8%)

Chart based on 49 repairs.
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2014 Ford C-MAX engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (100%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2014 Ford C-MAX 4dr Hatch

141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD

23000 mi The plug-in charging system had several modules which failed and needed to be replaced. It was covered under warranty. 
2000 mi Main cooling fan bearings were going out. Main cooling fan replaced. 
5500 mi Cooling fan noise has returned. Problem not yet resolved. 
8000 mi Squeeky cooling fan as it spins down from low operating speed. 
88000 mi Hybrid battery range dropped from 20+ miles/full charge during spring, to 16 miles/full charge in the summer, now down to 12/miles in Nov @ 40 degrees F. Previous winters showed a slight ranged decrease down to 18-ish. Yellow wrench investigated to show many MIL codes. Tech connected a loose harness cable which fixed all the MIL codes. Tech did extensive testing with Ford engineering to end up saying this was a normal battery aging 

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2014 Ford C-MAX 4dr Hatch

141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD

6000 mi We spun the drive wheels going up hill on a gravel road. After we pushed it out, I noticed the yellow engine light was on.rnFord said it was not a problem unless the yellow light blinked.rnFord fixed a recall on the car at the same time. 
18700 mi CEL blinking and running rough when gas engine on. Dealer said "defective coil" relating to 1st cylinder. Replaced under warranty. 

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2014 Ford C-MAX Engine Problems

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