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2010–2016 Renault Scenic Mk3

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Common Problems & Reliability

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The 2010–2016 Renault Scenic Mk3 has 4 known issues. 4 are moderate concerns worth inspecting before purchase.

Electronic parking-brake faults

Moderate

The EPB module or rear caliper motors can fail or become slow to release, leaving warning messages, dragging brakes or an MOT headache.

Symptoms: Parking brake fault message, Handbrake slow to release...

Est. repair cost: £250–£650

Heater resistor and blower-motor wiring failures

Moderate

A failed resistor pack or overheated wiring connector can leave the blower stuck on one speed or dead altogether, which is a common annoyance on Mk3 Scenics.

Symptoms: Blower only works on one speed, No cabin fan...

Est. repair cost: £120–£300

Front suspension bush and drop-link wear

Moderate

Even the improved Mk3 still wears front links, bushes and top mounts fairly regularly on UK roads, so knocks and repeat MOT advisories are common on tired examples.

Symptoms: Front-end clonk, Loose steering feel...

Est. repair cost: £160–£420

1.5 dCi EGR, injector and DPF trouble

Moderate

The 1.5 dCi is economical, but short-trip use and patchy servicing lead to injector-seat leaks, EGR sticking and DPF warnings on later Mk3 cars.

Symptoms: Limp mode, Uneven idle...

Est. repair cost: £180–£1,100

View detailed Renault Scenic Mk3 fault guide

Buying Tips for the 2010–2016 Renault Scenic Mk3

  • ✓The Mk3 is worth paying extra for, but only if the parking brake, keyless entry and climate controls all work properly on repeated tests
  • ✓Run the cabin fan on every speed because failed resistor packs and overheated wiring are common enough to be worth catching before purchase
  • ✓Check the MOT history for front suspension wear and brake imbalance because these are still heavy family MPVs
  • ✓Diesels need evidence of longer-run use and emissions maintenance, not just a stamp book, especially on later DPF-equipped cars

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