Oil level rising (DPF regeneration)
usually 60,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Oil above max — risk of engine runaway
Fix: Change oil early; RN0720 oil
€0–150
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Renault Koleos I
2008–2016 · Renault Koleos 1
2
engines covered
8
known faults
1
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Renault Koleos I was built from 2008 to 2016.
For this generation we cover 2 engines and 8 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Crankshaft bearings (early engines): it usually appears at 150,000–250,000 km and costs €1,500–3,500 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 · Renault RN0720 · ~6.0 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 / 2.5 16v (Nissan MR20DE / QR25DE) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 · API SN · ~4.4 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults by engine
2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R)
Injectors / injector seals
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Knocking, smoke
Fix: Replace
€500–1,500
DPF / EGR
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
Crankshaft bearings (early engines)
usually 150,000–250,000 km · High risk
model years 2005–2009 only
Signs: Knocking
Fix: Short oil intervals; bearings
€1,500–3,500
2.0 / 2.5 16v (Nissan MR20DE / QR25DE)
Catalytic converter / pre-cat (QR25DE)
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
engine codes: QR25DE
Signs: Rattle from the exhaust, poor running — debris can enter the engine
Fix: Replace the catalyst
€500–1,200
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
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 2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| 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 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| 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.
- Steering Steering control may be lost10/11/2009 · R/2009/109
Common questions
Does the Renault Koleos I have a timing chain or a timing belt?
2.0 dCi (Renault-Nissan M9R): chain; 2.0 / 2.5 16v (Nissan MR20DE / QR25DE): chain.
What are the known problems with the Renault Koleos I?
The faults with the highest risk: crankshaft bearings (early engines) (150,000–250,000 km, €1,500–3,500); injectors / injector seals (150,000–250,000 km, €500–1,500); DPF / EGR (120,000–220,000 km, €300–1,500); dual-mass flywheel (150,000–220,000 km, €700–1,400). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Renault Koleos I?
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: knocking; knocking, smoke. 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.
Nissan Qashqai (J10) 2006–2014Renault Mégane III 2008–2016Renault Mégane II 2002–2009Renault Trafic III 2014–Opel Vivaro A 2001–2014Nissan X-Trail (T32) 2013–2022Renault Trafic II 2001–2014Renault Scénic III 2009–2016
Other Renault models
Renault Kangoo II 2008–2021Renault Fluence 2009–2016Renault Laguna III 2007–2015Renault Twingo II 2007–2014Renault Master 2010–Renault Clio III 2005–2012Renault Clio IV 2012–2019Renault Modus 2004–2012Renault Zoe 2012–2024Renault Captur I 2013–2019
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