2003 Ford Mondeo TCDi review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Alarm defective.
General comments?
Purchased Mondeo Graphite 12 weeks ago.
Car broken into, alarm never went off.
Informed by Ford mechanic that there was a fault with the new Mondeo alarm system -
Thieves place a screwdriver down the side of the door lock which inactivates the cental double locking.
Ford are aware of the fault, but deny that there has been any reports from the Ford Dealers. When I gave them the report from their Ford mechanic, they denied they their had been any complaints. Yet after my phonecall they contacted the mechanic and he was warned about giving us information about the alarm fault.
I will be taking legal action, and will get an independent inspection of the car.
I wonder has anybody else had problems with the alarm on the new shape Mondeo.
I would strongly advise people to have their alarm checked.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 4/10 |
| Reliability marks | |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Previous car | Ford Escort |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2003 |