Why is my 2002 Renault Clio II whining under acceleration?

Just back from a week's holiday driving around Scotland in my 2002 Renault Clio II 1.5 DCI 65bhp, which ran like a sewing machine. It did nearly 1000 miles without any problems. I got up today and washed...

Why did my BMW X5 run on its own until the engine blew?

I have a BMW X5 '05 plate with 77,000 on the clock. Last night there was black smoke coming from the car, which then resulted in a scary scenario where the engine was running off its own oil at full revs...

What's causing my Volkswagen Golf to emit smoke and lose power?

I was recently driving my Volkswagen Golf MkIV on the motorway and I lost all power, and white smoke was billowing out, but the car would still drive. I replaced the turbo and, after replacing the turbo,...

Why is my BMW 320d producing blue smoke after I used injector cleaner?

I recently added injector cleaner to half tank of diesel in my 51-plate BMW 320d. I drove it as per normal, refuelled, and then started noticing blue smoke when at traffic lights. Performance seems ok....

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....

Which Mazda 6 models were recalled with turbo problems?

Which Mazda 6 models were recalled with regards to intercooler or turbo problems? I've just had an oil leak inspected on my 2004 model and the mechanic thinks it may be related to this problem.

My Saab 9-5 has started to run very rough - what's wrong with it?

I have an '04 plate Saab 95 2.2 turbo diesel that has started to run very rough. It has 55,000 miles on the clock and was serviced at 50,000. It starts without any problem and runs well until it gets up...

Is the Nissan X-Trail known for turbo problems?

I am looking to buy a '57 or '08 plate Nissan X-Trail and just come across some information that seems to indicate that the turbo has been a real problem. Can you offer any advice on this? I understand...

My Mazda CX-7's turbo has blown. Is this model susceptible to turbo problems?

Two months ago I purchased a 2-year-old Mazda CX-7 2.3T with 9500 miles on the clock. 4000 miles later the turbo has gone and is being replaced under warranty. I'm happy with that. However, I do have a...

Why is my Hyundai Verna diesel suffering from repeated turbo failures?

I have a Hyundai Verna diesel CRDI VGT which has done 17,000km. I have had turbo failures three times - the third time was when I was coming out of the service centre after a new turbo was fixed for the...