Why does my Ford Focus keep blowing turbochargers?

My 2006 Ford Focus blew a turbo at 50,000 miles. The replacement lasted 12 miles and was replaced under warranty. That blew in 6000 miles and was replaced in accordance with TSB 4/2008 at a cost of £2000. This has now blown in 2000 miles. The car has a full service record. What do I do now?

Asked on 19 July 2010 by Terry Esom

Answered by Honest John

They didn't replace or clean the intercooler. The first blown turbo will have filled it with oil, blocking it. Then the same happened again, and again, and again.

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