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2 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.
2 known faults
Autocar advises against the first Ingenium diesel XFs, affected by timing chain problems: a chain that stretches can break and cause serious engine damage. One owner’s testimony describes a broken chain on an XF, and a specialist describes the failure of this chain on the 2.0 Ingenium diesel.
Autocar cites clogged particulate filters on the first Ingenium diesels. Au7o describes a failed regeneration in urban use: the filter clogs with soot, with warning lights and reduced power.
Autocar advises against the first Ingenium diesel XFs, affected by timing chain problems: a chain that stretches can break and cause serious engine damage. One owner’s testimony describes a broken chain on an XF, and a specialist describes the failure of this chain on the 2.0 Ingenium diesel.
Autocar cites clogged particulate filters on the first Ingenium diesels. Au7o describes a failed regeneration in urban use: the filter clogs with soot, with warning lights and reduced power.
No recurring fault documented for: 2.0 essence 250 ch BVA.
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
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