The 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine was fitted to the Renault Kangoo 2 (2008–2021). In the EU that is 10.2 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.2 114 hp.
The most expensive known risk is electronic parking brake: it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €250–700 to fix.
Engine faults ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
High oil consumption, burnt exhaust valves, engine failure (2012-2018)
usually 50,000–130,000 km · High risk
model years 2012–2018 only
Signs: Oil level drops fast (can exceed 1 L per 1,000 km), low oil warning, blue smoke, loss of power, misfire or engine noise; often unnoticed until damage is done
Fix: Check the dipstick every fill-up; ask a Renault/Dacia/Nissan dealer by VIN for the ECU recalibration and an oil consumption test and file a goodwill request with the service history; if consumption stays high, the engine needs rings/pistons and valve work or a replacement engine
€0–6,000
Timing chain stretch or jumped timing after low oil level
usually 60,000–160,000 km · High risk
model years 2012–2018 only
Signs: Rattle on cold start, camshaft/crankshaft correlation fault codes, rough running; if the chain jumps or breaks the valves are damaged
Fix: Keep the oil level correct; at the first rattle or correlation code replace the chain, tensioner, guides and sprockets
€700–1,500
Faults typical of this model
Keycard reader / immobiliser
usually 60,000–200,000 km · Wear part
Signs: 'Card not detected'
Fix: Repair the card reader
€150–400
Electronic parking brake
usually 80,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Parking brake warning
Fix: Repair the actuator
€250–700
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dual-mass flywheel
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
€700–1,400
DP0 / AL4 (4-speed automatic)
Pressure-regulation fault: harsh shifts, limp mode stuck in 3rd
usually 80,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Bangs or harsh engagement once warm, 'gearbox faulty' warning and the gearbox stays in 3rd (codes such as P1167 / pressure regulation)
Fix: Check the oil level with the proper procedure first, then replace the pressure-regulating solenoid; if the fault returns, fit a reconditioned valve body and change the oil
€250–1,200
EDC (6 / 7-speed, dry clutch)
Premature dry-clutch wear: judder and jerky pull-away
usually 30,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Judder in town traffic, jerks or delay when pulling away, clatter at low speed, overheating warning in slow traffic or on hills
Fix: First a software update and clutch adaptation reset; if wear values are at the limit, replace the double clutch and check the input-shaft seals for oil on the clutch
€900–1,800
Gearbox control unit / actuator faults: drops to neutral, no gear
usually 20,000–170,000 km · High risk
Signs: Gearbox warning, refuses to engage a gear or drops into neutral while driving, limp mode, faults on the gearbox control unit or a speed sensor
Fix: Read the gearbox control unit with Renault-level diagnostics, update the software and relearn; replace the faulty sensor, actuator or control unit if the fault stays
€100–1,500
Service plan for this engine
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,500–5,550. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Renault Kangoo 2 with the 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
Versions of this engine in the Renault Kangoo 2
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (13). 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.
- Doors / locks / lids Rear Door Top Door Strikers01/09/2025 · R/2025/254
- Fuel system Risk of a fuel leak in the engine compartment16/02/2021 · R/2021/049
- Wheels / tyres Inadequate tightening of the rear hub nuts and potentially the caliper fixing screws on the left and right side28/01/2020 · R/2020/014
- Electronics / software The stop & start function does not perform correctly03/09/2019 · R/2019/274
- Other Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor04/12/2018 · R/2018/325
- Steering Steering column housing may crack28/03/2017 · R/2017/110
- Seat belt Rear left hand seat belt mounting may fail31/05/2016 · R/2016/114
- Seats Bench seat may move forward without warning22/04/2016 · R/2016/016
Common questions
What are the biggest risks of the Renault Kangoo 2 with the 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) engine?
The faults with the highest risk: electronic parking brake (80,000–200,000 km, €250–700).
Does the Renault Kangoo 2 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) have a timing belt or a chain?
Chain.
Which oil does the Renault Kangoo 2 1.2 TCe / DIG-T (H5Ft) need?
5W-30 / 5W-40 · Renault RN0700 · ~4.5 L · every 10,000 km.
Sources and notes
Main sources for the faults of this engine:
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). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). 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. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026