ExhaustHigh
DPF blockage on short-journey diesels
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Run hot and confirm no warning returns
- Typical repair
- DPF forced regen or replacement · £250–£1,600
Is the 2015–2022 Renault Kadjar reliable?
Scored from 8 documented faults · reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
3.9/ 10
Buy with cautionOn our documented-fault scoring the Renault Kadjar rates 3.9 out of 10 · buy with caution. We hold 8 known faults for it and 3 are rated high severity, so the risk is real but contained. The weak points cluster around exhaust, electrical and transmission. A well-serviced example with evidence for the big-ticket items is usually a safe buy; the score describes the model, not the specific car in front of you.
Verdict · Walk unless the history is spotless
What the score is built from
- Critical
- 0
- High
- 3
- Medium
- 5
- Low
- 0
Weak points cluster around exhaust, electrical, transmission, suspension.
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TransmissionHigh
EDC dual-clutch hesitation at low speed
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Drive from cold in traffic
- Typical repair
- DCT clutch pack / mechatronic work · £900–£3,200
Engine (1.2 TCe Petrol)High
Timing chain stretch causing cold start rattle and poor idling
- Typically appears
- 40,000-60,000 miles
- What to inspect
- Start the engine from completely cold with the bonnet open. Listen closely to the right side of the engine for a harsh metallic rattling sound lasting 3 to 5 seconds before oil pressure builds.
- Typical repair
- Timing chain, tensioner & guides · £900–£2,400
ElectricalMedium
Infotainment and parking sensor faults
- Typically appears
- Any
- What to inspect
- Test screen, sensors and camera thoroughly
- Typical repair
- Infotainment repair or software fix · £120–£1,200
SuspensionMedium
Bush and drop link wear causing knocks
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Listen over broken tarmac
- Typical repair
- Suspension refresh (per axle) · £250–£1,100
Costs are indicative UK independent-garage bands for budgeting and negotiation · never a quote.
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