Dacia Sandero (III): known faults of the chassis, steering and brakes according to L'argus

Engine / equipment

Dacia Sandero (III), all engines

Period mentioned

2020–2026

Symptoms

Front noise on rough roads (up to 25/05/2023); Front noise at idle or low speed (up to 31/07/2024); Rear axle noise from a faulty weld (up to 22/10/2024); Front noise on rough roads (up to 02/10/2024); Front noise or vibration every time you brake; Brake light on (up to 15/01/2025)

Possible cause described

According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Front noise on rough roads (up to 25/05/2023): Front lower arms to be replaced. 2) Front noise at idle or low speed (up to 31/07/2024): Fit a rubber washer to the engine mount. 3) Rear axle noise from a faulty weld (up to 22/10/2024): Rear axle to be replaced. 4) Front noise on rough roads (up to 02/10/2024): Tighten the steering link bolts or the lower arm bolts. 5) Front noise or vibration every time you brake: Tighten the driveshaft nut, or replace pads or brake discs. 6) Brake light on (up to 15/01/2025): Tighten the brake pipe union.

Check for the garage

Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.

Cost cited in the source

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database