Renault Scenic Mk3 Problems by Year
The Mk3 Scenic is a noticeably better bet than the Mk2, with a stronger cabin and fewer truly silly electrical dramas. It is still not carefree though: electronic parking-brake faults, heater-blower issues, diesel emissions trouble and suspension wear remain the main used-buying themes.
Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.
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View Scenic Mk3 DirectoryBuying Tips for the 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