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Dacia Duster recalled over a restraint defect

Airbags or seat belts

On affected vehicles the left side curtain airbag may not deploy in the event of an impact requiring its activation.�.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Duster

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 21/07/2022 – 21/07/2022
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 0E92

What to do now

Occupant protection on some Dacia Duster may be compromised.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

Repairs and costs

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.

The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/031). Quoted as issued.

Summary

On affected vehicles the left side curtain airbag may not deploy in the event of an impact requiring its activation.�.

Defect

On affected vehicles the left side curtain airbag may not deploy in the event of an impact requiring its activation.�

Remedy

Check the number of the left curtain airbag and if necessary replace the one sought identified as non-compliant.�

Models

Duster

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Questions

Why are Dacia Duster being recalled?

Occupant protection on some Dacia Duster may be compromised. Airbags and seat belts only matter in a crash, so a defect can go unnoticed until the worst moment.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.

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