Underbody / subframe corrosion
usually 100,000–300,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Surface rust underneath, brake lines
Fix: Treat underbody; replace pipes
€100–600
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Dacia Duster III
2024–now · Dacia Duster 3
1
engines covered
5
known faults
1
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Dacia Duster III has been built since 2024.
For this generation we cover 1 engines and 5 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Clutch wear: it usually appears at 120,000–200,000 km and costs €500–900 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 5W-40 · Renault RN0700 / RN17 · ~4.1 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Front suspension bushes / drop links
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Knocking
Fix: Replace parts
€80–250
Faults by engine
0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D)
Ignition coils
usually 120,000–280,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire, flashing engine light
Fix: Replace coil
€80–200
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Automatic (torque converter)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (1). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Risk of parking brake actuator failing09/09/2025 · R/2025/378
Common questions
Does the Dacia Duster III have a timing chain or a timing belt?
0.9 / 1.0 TCe & 1.0 SCe (H4B / H4D): chain.
What are the known problems with the Dacia Duster III?
The faults with the highest risk: clutch wear (120,000–200,000 km, €500–900). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Dacia Duster III?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (1 have been published for this model). On the test drive, watch for these signs: slipping, high bite point. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Other generations
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Renault Captur II 2019–Renault Clio V 2019–Nissan Juke (F16) 2019–Dacia Sandero III 2020–smart fortwo / forfour (453) 2014–2024Renault Twingo III 2014–2024Dacia Jogger 2021–Mitsubishi ASX II 2023–
Other Dacia models
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026