Dacia Duster: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 19,497 Dacia Duster cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2010 and 2026.
In a sample of 396 cars, 58.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (14.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 10 recalls for this model; 0.2% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 14.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 11.9% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 10.9% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 10.1% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8.1% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 5.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 5.1% |
| Dipped beam pattern incorrect | 4% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 3.3% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 2.8% |
Share of 396 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 11.9% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 1% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 19,497 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.2% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2010 to 2026 |
All Dacia Duster passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-22 | suspension | serious | 135 |
| 2025-01-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 1 |
| 2024-11-12 | electrical system | – | 401 |
| 2024-04-04 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1 |
| 2020-04-07 | not specified | – | 0 |
| 2019-04-12 | brakes | serious | 58 |
| 2019-03-13 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 42 |
| 2018-04-17 | electrical system | – | 177 |
| 2017-09-26 | electrical system | – | 298 |
| 2016-02-09 | suspension | serious | 221 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Dacia Duster fail the APK?
In a sample of 396 cars first registered 2012–2021, 58.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Dacia Duster?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (14.6%), tyre tread depth insufficient (11.9%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (10.9%).
Does the Dacia Duster have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 10 recalls. 0.2% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Dacia models
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.