Dacia Duster recall: Risk of parking brake actuator failing
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- For certain vehicles a concern involving the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox engagement actuator within the transmission may result in the parking brake mechanism actuator no longer correctly positioning the locking pawl in the “P lock”.
- What to do
- Contact a Dacia dealer to book the free repair. Replacement of the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox Engagement Actuator.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
For certain vehicles a concern involving the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox engagement actuator within the transmission may result in the parking brake mechanism actuator no longer correctly positioning the locking pawl in the “P lock”.
The fix
Replacement of the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox Engagement Actuator.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duster | 13 Mar 2024 | 26 Feb 2025 | 6 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 9 September 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.