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Dacia Spring I faults

4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
4.5/5

4 known faults

Spring 44 ch (2021-2024)

  1. Rear axle assembly and wheel corrosion

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On early examples, the rear axle housing reinforcements were not electro-galvanised: this protection has only been applied since 15 November 2022, and owners have found these parts completely rusted. The 14-inch wheels of cars produced until 15 September 2023 may also show rust or cracks. Dacia has not issued a recall; the repair falls under warranty (3 years/100,000 km or anti-corrosion warranty) according to L'argus.

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024), Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Charger unit fault: warning light and impossible start (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    An error in the DC/DC converter associated with the on-board charger can trigger a safety fuse that disconnects the battery: a warning light comes on and, in the worst case, the car will no longer start. Dacia has launched a campaign to reprogram the on-board charger, with a control unit update if needed, covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. 12 V battery discharging when parked

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The 12 V battery can discharge within a few days when the car is parked, faster in cold weather. A 12 V battery that is too weak can trigger warning lights and prevent the car from starting, even when the traction battery is charged. A maintenance charger is advised if the car is left idle for a long period.

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024), Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024), Spring restylée 45 ch (2024-), Spring restylée 65 ch (2024-)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Faulty right rear seat belt retractor (recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    The right rear seat belt retractor may malfunction and reduce restraint in a crash. The affected Springs were produced at the Shiyan plant in China between 26 April and 4 October 2022; Dacia replaces the part free of charge (the Spring's first official recall campaign).

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024)

  1. Rear axle assembly and wheel corrosion

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On early examples, the rear axle housing reinforcements were not electro-galvanised: this protection has only been applied since 15 November 2022, and owners have found these parts completely rusted. The 14-inch wheels of cars produced until 15 September 2023 may also show rust or cracks. Dacia has not issued a recall; the repair falls under warranty (3 years/100,000 km or anti-corrosion warranty) according to L'argus.

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024), Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. 12 V battery discharging when parked

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The 12 V battery can discharge within a few days when the car is parked, faster in cold weather. A 12 V battery that is too weak can trigger warning lights and prevent the car from starting, even when the traction battery is charged. A maintenance charger is advised if the car is left idle for a long period.

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024), Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024), Spring restylée 45 ch (2024-), Spring restylée 65 ch (2024-)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Spring restylée 45 ch (2024-)

  1. 12 V battery discharging when parked

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The 12 V battery can discharge within a few days when the car is parked, faster in cold weather. A 12 V battery that is too weak can trigger warning lights and prevent the car from starting, even when the traction battery is charged. A maintenance charger is advised if the car is left idle for a long period.

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024), Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024), Spring restylée 45 ch (2024-), Spring restylée 65 ch (2024-)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Spring restylée 65 ch (2024-)

  1. 12 V battery discharging when parked

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    The 12 V battery can discharge within a few days when the car is parked, faster in cold weather. A 12 V battery that is too weak can trigger warning lights and prevent the car from starting, even when the traction battery is charged. A maintenance charger is advised if the car is left idle for a long period.

    Versions
    Spring 44 ch (2021-2024), Spring Extreme 65 ch (2023-2024), Spring restylée 45 ch (2024-), Spring restylée 65 ch (2024-)
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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