- Engine / equipment
- Renault Koleos I (2.5 petrol and 2.0 dCi)
- Period mentioned
- 2008–2016
- Symptoms
- Heavy rust on the subframe, window frames and rear suspension (the rear wags over ruts); a car that suddenly will not start because of a failed body control unit (UCH/BCM); on the 2.0 dCi, an emissions warning and loss of power from a full particulate filter.
- Possible cause described
- Cases collected by Honest John. The Koleos shares components with the Nissan Qashqai and X-Trail, which had a loss-of-steering recall (built 24/11/2006 to 14/7/2009); in 2011 there was an ECU update to help the particulate filter regenerate.
- Check for the garage
- Check the underside and rear suspension; ask about the ECU update; check campaigns by VIN.
- 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.
KNOWN FAULT · Renault
Rust, particulate filter and control unit on the Koleos I
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to repair this fault?
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.
A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Calculate estimateHow is it checked?
Check the underside and rear suspension; ask about the ECU update; check campaigns by VIN.
What are the symptoms?
Heavy rust on the subframe, window frames and rear suspension (the rear wags over ruts); a car that suddenly will not start because of a failed body control unit (UCH/BCM); on the 2.0 dCi, an emissions warning and loss of power from a full particulate filter.
Which cars and years does it affect?
- Brands
- Renault
- Engine / equipment
- Renault Koleos I (2.5 petrol and 2.0 dCi)
- Period mentioned
- 2008–2016
Taking it to a garage?
Models with this entry
- Renault Koleos (I)2008–2016
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