Home / Makes / Dacia / Duster Known Faults Database Dacia Duster Common Problems & Known Faults (UK) If you are considering buying a used Dacia Duster, there are several major reliability issues worth knowing about first. Our garage database tracks 4 known faults for this model, 4 of them rated high severity. Every one below is a repair bill a seller has good reason not to mention.
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Dacia Duster 1st Gen (2013-2017) problems Engine/Emissions High severity 📝 Editorial
Undersized piston rings causing excessive oil consumption, leading to timing chain stretch and engine failure Typical symptoms frequent low oil warnings rattling noise from timing chain black smoke from exhaust loss of compression and misfires Affected vehicles
Engines: 1.2 TCe (Renault H5Ft)
Typical mileage: 40000-80000 miles Dacia Duster Early Models (2010-2014) problems Fuel System High severity 📝 Editorial
Delphi high-pressure fuel pump breaks down internally, sending metal swarf throughout the entire fuel system Typical symptoms flashing glow plug or engine management light engine misfires or stalls non-start metallic glitter in the fuel filter Affected vehicles
Engines: 1.5 dCi (K9K - Delphi systems)
Typical mileage: 60000-120000 miles Dacia Duster 2017-Present Models (2017-2022) problems Transmission/Clutch High severity 📝 Editorial
EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch) automatic transmission juddering and TCM (Transmission Control Module) failure Typical symptoms severe juddering when pulling away gearbox warning light loss of drive or stuck in gear Affected vehicles
Engines: EDC Automatic
Typical mileage: 40000-80000 miles Dacia Duster 1st Gen (Indian Built) (2012-2014) problems Bodywork/Chassis High severity 📝 Editorial
Severe rust issues on early right-hand-drive models built in India due to poor paint quality and lack of rustproofing Typical symptoms surface rust on door seams and under bonnet rust bubbling under paint on inner wings missing underbody grommets causing internal corrosion Affected vehicles
Engines: All
Typical mileage: 20000-80000 miles Repair costs are typical UK ranges, not quotes. Actual cost depends on condition and garage. Data last verified: June 2026