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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2022 Dacia Sandero (Mk3)

Orders for the 2022 update opened on 16 June 2022, bringing the Dacia Link emblem, a white grille and new badging. UK Stepway cars also gained Monolith Grey roof rails, skid plates and mirror caps.

What changed for 2022

  • •New Dacia Link emblem and white grille, with revised rear badging
  • •Monolith Grey roof rails, skid plates and mirror caps on Sandero Stepway
  • •New steering wheel boss and wheel-centre logos across the range
  • •From 2023, every Dacia model limited to a 180 km/h top speed

Common MOT watch-outs

  • !Rear brake shoe contamination from leaking wheel cylinders
  • !Heater blower resistor failure leaving only one fan speed working
  • !Surface corrosion on rear spring seats and the beam axle
  • !Tyre sidewall damage from 16-inch alloys on urban potholes
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All Known Issues

CVT Transmission Jerkiness

ModerateGearbox & Transmission

The X-Tronic CVT gearbox can feel jerky or hesitant in stop-start traffic, often improved by software updates.

Est. Repair Cost: £0–£200 (Software/Fluid)
Warning Signs:

Hesitant pull-away, Surging revs at steady speed

What to Inspect:
  • Test the car in stop-start traffic specifically
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1.0 TCe Turbo Wastegate Rattle

MinorEngine

Like the Duster, the Sandero Mk3 1.0 TCe can suffer from a rattling turbo wastegate rod, causing a metallic sound on deceleration.

Est. Repair Cost: £100–£1,800
Warning Signs:

Metallic buzzing on lift-off, Rattle at low RPM

What to Inspect:
  • Listen for rattles while driving
  • Check for "Technical Solution" software updates
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Infotainment and Camera Glitches

MinorElectrics & Electronics

The MediaNav screen can freeze or the reversing camera image may fail to load.

Est. Repair Cost: £0 (Software Update)
Warning Signs:

Screen rebooting, Camera image not appearing

What to Inspect:
  • Test media functions and select reverse several times
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Buying Tips for 2022 Dacia Sandero (Mk3)

  • Identify the update by the Link badge and white grille rather than the dealer description
  • Test every heater blower speed; the resistor pack is a cheap but very common failure
  • Look for kerbing damage on the diamond-cut 16-inch alloy wheels
  • Check the rear backplates for fluid weeping before an MOT is due
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