Ford Territory 2007 Problems

There’s nothing to suggest there are any issues with the turbo plumbing on the Territory. The turbo Territory is a rocketship, but it uses a lot of fuel in the pursuit of performance.

The transmission probably needs servicing at the least, perhaps even rebuilding. Have a mechanic check it.

It was a common problem with that model, and Ford was replacing ball joints when the cars were new or relatively new. Contact Ford’s customer service and lodge a claim to have the repairs done at its expense. Because the car is so old, and has done a lot of kilometres, and you’re not using a Ford dealer for service I would be inclined to think your claim would probably be rejected.

Rust like yours was a regular problem with the Territory, but you need to have a close look at what is actually covered under the "perforation" protection. If the panel isn't perforated, as I suspect, you're probably not covered. But that shouldn't stop you from pursuing Ford for a new bonnet.

We have had lots of reports of issues with the Territory, but we haven't had reports of wheel bearing problems. That you have had three in three years would suggest that it's a problem with your vehicle, and it's perhaps worth having it closely checked for a manufacturing fault.

Cracked bushes on the rear diff of the early Territory is a common problem, so common that I would expect Ford to come to the party to pay at least part of the cost of repairs. I would continue to press your claim against Ford.

The first thing to do is to check the battery to make sure it's ok. If it is the original battery, it's now five years old and could well be in need of replacement. If the battery checks out ok I'd be checking the engine sensors, like the crank angle sensor, and their connections.