KNOWN FAULTS · Dacia
Dacia Duster (II) 1.2 TCe (H5Ft) common problems.
2017–2024 · Petrol
Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.
9 known faults with sources
Applies if: Only with a manual gearbox and built from October 2018 to February 2020.
Creaking when pressing the clutch caused by a non-conforming batch of slave cylindersTransmission
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia models with a manual gearbox
- Period mentioned
- 2018–2020
- Symptoms
- A creak or "crack" every time the clutch pedal is pressed; the gears engage normally.
- Possible cause described
- A non-conforming batch of clutch slave cylinders was fitted from 1/10/2018 to 7/1/2020 (TL4, TL6, TL8 and TLX gearboxes) or up to 10/2/2020 (JH3, JR5 and JXX). The Renault and Dacia technical note reported by L'argus says to replace it with a new part number, after comparing the noise with a recording from the brand. It is not a recall.
- Check for the garage
- Record the noise on your phone while pressing the clutch and show it to the garage, which compares it with the brand's recording before replacing the whole clutch.
- 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
View full entryApplies if: Weak points of this model from inspections, breakdown statistics and recalls; anything specific to one engine is stated in the sheet.
1.2 TCe chain, EDC gearbox and wiring on the Duster IIKnown weak points
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia Duster II (petrol, LPG and diesel)
- Period mentioned
- 2018–2024
- Symptoms
- A 1.2 TCe chain that stretches early (serious failure); an EDC gearbox that jerks or whose electronics fail, and a clutch that wears with city or towing use; at the roadworthiness test, steering joints and indicators.
- Possible cause described
- The 1.3 TCe, 1.6 SCe and 1.5 dCi have a reliable reputation; the ADAC ranks it near the top. A recall (KBA) for a wiring connection between engine and cabin that can disable airbags and drive: built 20/6/2023 to 11/7/2024.
- Check for the garage
- Check the wiring campaign by VIN; test the EDC in traffic; on the 1.2 TCe, listen to the chain.
- 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
View full entryApplies if: Only cars built in 2023–2024 (campaign 0EFZ); the source does not give the generation. Confirm by VIN.
Airbags and drive fail at once because of a connector between the engine and the cabin (2023–2024 Duster)Electrical and electronic systems
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia Duster built in 2023–2024 (all versions)
- Period mentioned
- 2023–2024
- Symptoms
- Several systems fail at the same time, among them the airbags (airbag warning light) and the drive: the car may stop moving.
- Possible cause described
- A faulty cable connection between the engine and the driver's area. Dacia recalled 27,641 Duster built in 2023 and 2024 (campaign 0EFZ, German KBA reference 14486R, November 2024): the connector is checked and repaired if needed. The source does not give the generation, and both the Duster II and Duster III were built in that period.
- Check for the garage
- Check by VIN with Dacia whether the car is in campaign 0EFZ and whether it has been done. If the airbag light and other warnings come on together, or the car loses drive, do not carry on: call for assistance. The garage checks the connector between the engine and the cabin.
- Cost cited in the source
- Free under the recall.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryDacia Duster (II) 1.2 TCe (H5Ft): known faults of the engine according to L'argusEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.2 TCe (H5Ft) in the Dacia Duster (II)
- Period mentioned
- 2017–2024
- Symptoms
- Loss of power; Excessive oil consumption; Timing chain noise (from 28/03/2017 to 12/04/2018); Knocking in the engine bay (up to 06/09/2019); Various engine faults (up to 29/11/2021)
- 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) Loss of power: Turbo air pipe. 2) Excessive oil consumption: Reprogramming or even engine replacement (a few cases). 3) Timing chain noise (from 28/03/2017 to 12/04/2018): Timing kit and timing cover. 4) Knocking in the engine bay (up to 06/09/2019): Air filter box inlet duct. 5) Various engine faults (up to 29/11/2021): Engine wiring to be repaired.
- 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
View full entryDacia Duster (II): known faults of the gearbox and transmission according to L'argusGearbox
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia Duster (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2017–2024
- Symptoms
- Gearbox noise on the 4x4 (up to 07/06/2018); Creak when pressing the clutch (up to 10/02/2020)
- 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) Gearbox noise on the 4x4 (up to 07/06/2018): Transfer box output shaft. 2) Creak when pressing the clutch (up to 10/02/2020): Clutch slave cylinder.
- 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
View full entryDacia Duster (II): known faults of the chassis, steering and brakes according to L'argusSuspension and steering
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia Duster (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2017–2024
- Symptoms
- Reduced steering assistance and loss of ESP (up to 22/06/2018); Noise when turning the steering wheel (up to 29/08/2018); Front axle noise on rough roads (up to 23/01/2019)
- 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) Reduced steering assistance and loss of ESP (up to 22/06/2018): Reprogramming. 2) Noise when turning the steering wheel (up to 29/08/2018): Floor modification or steering rack. 3) Front axle noise on rough roads (up to 23/01/2019): Suspension spring protector.
- 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
View full entryDacia Duster (II): known faults of the electronics and interior according to L'argusElectrical and electronic systems
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia Duster (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2017–2024
- Symptoms
- Wrong temperature display on automatic climate control (up to 04/06/2018); Manual air conditioning control faults (up to 27/09/2018); Media Nav bugs (up to 28/12/2018); Water gets into the cabin through the roof bars; Ventilation fault (manual air conditioning); Easy Link screen black (from 01/11/2021 to 08/02/2022); Play in the driver's seat frame (up to 23/12/2020); Headlining rattle (up to 06/02/2019)
- 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) Wrong temperature display on automatic climate control (up to 04/06/2018): Control panel. 2) Manual air conditioning control faults (up to 27/09/2018): Secure the control cables. 3) Media Nav bugs (up to 28/12/2018): Reprogramming. 4) Water gets into the cabin through the roof bars: To be repaired. 5) Ventilation fault (manual air conditioning): Blower motor resistor. 6) Easy Link screen black (from 01/11/2021 to 08/02/2022): Reprogramming or radio unit replacement. 7) Play in the driver's seat frame (up to 23/12/2020): Frame to be replaced. 8) Headlining rattle (up to 06/02/2019): Fit foam pads.
- 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
View full entryDacia Duster (II): known faults of the body according to L'argusBodywork
- Engine / equipment
- Dacia Duster (II), all engines
- Period mentioned
- 2017–2024
- Symptoms
- Fuel flap will not open (up to 30/10/2019)
- 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) Fuel flap will not open (up to 30/10/2019): To be rectified.
- 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
View full entryStretched timing chain on the 0.9 and 1.2 TCeValve timing
- Engine / equipment
- 0.9 TCe (H4Bt) and 1.2 TCe (H5Ft) turbo petrol
- Period mentioned
- Approx. 2012–2020
- Symptoms
- Metallic chain rattle, especially when cold or at idle; engine light with a crankshaft–camshaft correlation code; in serious cases the chain jumps and damages the valves.
- Possible cause described
- The chain, meant to last the engine’s life, can stretch early; tensioners and plastic guides wear, and very long oil-change intervals speed up the wear.
- Check for the garage
- With any chain noise or a P0016 code, diagnose straight away: measure the stretch and check the tensioner and guides before the timing jumps. Shorten oil-change intervals.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote for the chain kit.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryOther engines of the Dacia Duster (II)
- 1.6 SCe (H4M)Petrol
- 1.0 TCe (H4Dt)Petrol
- 1.3 TCe (H5Ht)Petrol
- 1.0 TCe ECO-G (GLP)LPG / CNG
- 1.5 dCi / Blue dCi (K9K)Diesel
- All known faults for the Dacia Duster (II)