Dacia Duster - do they suffer DPF problems?
My husband is thinking of buying a diesel Dacia Duster, but is hesitating because of the DPF - he is a mechanic so is aware of the problems they can cause. He’ll drive around eight miles a day and the Dacia salesman says they have never had trouble with the DPFs as they regenerate at a much lower temperature. Would you be able to advise please?
Asked on 21 October 2013 by Angie Hobley
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Honest John
We haven't heard of any problems. Probably will be okay for three - four years, but eventually the DPF will need cleaning or replacing.
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