Ford Ka+ Rear Springs: Specs, Fitment & Common Faults
A cracked spring insulator or a broken chunk of the coil itself is a genuinely common, well-documented cause of rear rattle on Ford's smaller platforms.
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A Genuinely Common, Specific Cause of Rear Rattle Worth Checking First
Across owner forums, a broken piece of coil spring insulator, or a small chunk of the spring itself, knocking around in the lower spring seat is a genuinely commonly reported cause of a rear rattle on the Ka+. It's worth visually inspecting the coil springs for any visible cracking or a broken end before assuming a more expensive fault is to blame.
Ford Ka+ Rear Springs: A Part That Fails Quietly, Then Suddenly
On the Ford Ka+, a rear spring often sags gradually for months without an obvious symptom beyond a slightly lower ride height, then fails suddenly at the coil's end with an audible clunk — worth bearing in mind if you notice one rear corner sitting lower than the other.
Ford Ka+ Rear Springs: OEM Part Number
| Standard trims | Confirm your exact engine and trim, since Ford used multiple distinct rear spring references across most model generations |
|---|---|
| higher-output | A genuinely different spring and spring seat design from the standard version, reflecting a different rear axle architecture on the sportier trim |
| Estate/higher-load body style, where applicable | Genuinely a stiffer rear spring rate than the equivalent standard body style, to handle the increased load-carrying capacity |
Always replace Ford Ka+ rear springs in pairs — a single new spring paired with an old, sagged one on the other side creates an uneven ride height and handling bias.
Ford Ka+ Rear Springs: What It Does
The Ford Ka+'s rear coil spring supports the weight of the car's rear end and absorbs the initial impact of a bump, working alongside the shock absorber rather than replacing its function. A sagged or broken spring lowers ride height, can affect headlight aim, and in severe cases is an MOT failure item.
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Ford Ka+ Rear Springs: Warning Signs, DIY Difficulty & Aftermarket Advice
These are the same regardless of make or model — see our full Rear Springs Guide for symptoms of a failing spring, confirming fitment against your VIN, and OEM vs aftermarket guidance.
More Ford Rear Springs
The same part, covered across other Ford models.