Renault Master III (2010–2024)
Renault Master III 2.3 dCi (M9T) problems
The Renault Master III used the 2.3 dCi (M9T) from 2010 to 2024 (2.3 dCi). 5 documented faults affect it; the most important is “clogged or broken EGR valve damaging the turbo” (high severity, occasional). Our verdict depends on the version: “Buy” for 2.3 dCi 100-125 hp (M9T) and 2.3 dCi 130-145 hp (M9T); “With caution” for 2.3 dCi 150-180 hp (M9T, some twin-turbo).
Engine score on this car
6.8 out of 10Acceptable reliability
Only counting the faults that affect the versions and years of the Master III. How we calculate it
Overall score for the Renault Master III
6.2 out of 10Acceptable reliability
Engines, gearbox, suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car. See breakdown
Renault 2.3 dCi (M9T) · Diesel
- In the Master III
- 2010–2024[1]
- Name
- 2.3 dCi
- Faults that affect it
- 5 · 2 of high or critical severity
Verdict for the versions it uses
2.3 dCi 100-125 hp (M9T)since 2010 · 100–125 hp · M9T
BuyOne source considers them the most durable of the engine's versions, although it is a single opinion source.[2]
2.3 dCi 130-145 hp (M9T)since 2010 · 130–145 hp · M9T
BuyThe sources highlight this range as balanced, always with up-to-date maintenance.[2]
2.3 dCi 150-180 hp (M9T, some twin-turbo)since 2010 · 150–180 hp · M9T
With cautionThe sources concentrate the injection and turbo warnings on these, although without figures.[2]
Faults that affect the Master III
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalEmissions controlClogged or broken EGR valve damaging the turboThe 2.3 dCi's EGR valve clogs with soot in urban use and, if it breaks, its fragments can damage the turbo. A French source cites bills of €1,200 to €2,300 for the EGR and turbo together.Repair (garage): €1,200–€2,300
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalInjectionFaulty injectors on the 2.3 dCiSome 2.3 dCi engines show the "injection problem" warning and go into limp mode, sometimes at low mileage. One source indicates between €400 and €1,800 for the repair.Repair (garage): €400–€1,800
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalEmissions controlDiesel particulate filter (DPF) clogged in urban useIn urban deliveries with little mileage the particulate filter may fail to regenerate and become clogged. One source puts the servicing or replacement at between €350 and €1,500.Repair (garage): €350–€1,500
- High severityFrequency: RareFuelFuel pipe rubbing against the wiring harness (recall 0EC1)In July 2024 Renault recalled 35,039 Master 2.3 dCi vans built from 23-09-2014 to 27-09-2023 because of possible rubbing of the fuel pipe, which could leak. The fix is a spacer.
- Low severityFrequency: RareEmissions controlSCR system and AdBlue tank faultsOn Euro 6 engines with AdBlue there are documented SCR system faults. On the Navara D23 2.3 dCi EU6b (2016-2019) a software update campaign was carried out, covering 1,012 units in Poland.
What to check before buying a used Renault Master III 2.3 dCi (M9T)
Each point comes from a documented fault that affects this car. You can tick them off as you inspect it.
If it has the 2.3 dCi (M9T) (2010–2024)
Clogged or broken EGR valve damaging the turbo
High severityFaulty injectors on the 2.3 dCi
Medium severityDiesel particulate filter (DPF) clogged in urban use
Medium severitySCR system and AdBlue tank faults
Low severityFaults of the Renault Master III outside the engine
Suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car: they occur with any engine.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSteeringSteering column cover not tightened properly: risk of losing steering (2016-2017)A campaign notified in the EU in April 2018 affects Masters built between 12 May 2016 and 26 June 2017: the steering column cover may not be properly tightened and, in the worst case, could cause the vehicle to lose steering.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalAirbags and safetyLoose or missing passenger airbag mounting bolts (2018-2019)A campaign notified in the EU in February 2020 affects Masters built between 17 September 2018 and 17 October 2019: the passenger airbag mounting bolts may be under-tightened or missing, and that could reduce its protection in a crash.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalBrakesFaulty rear right parking brake caliper (campaigns 0DM1 and C0173)In 2021 there were two campaigns over the rear right parking brake caliper on the Master III: one for an incorrect caliper on vehicles built in February (0DM1) and another because an internal part could break when the brake was applied on vehicles built from May to July (C0173). Both are limited to specific production windows.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSteeringNo warning on the dashboard if the electric power steering pump fails (2017)A campaign notified in the EU in October 2018 affects Master IIIs built between March and November 2017: the instrument cluster parameters do not match and, if the electric power steering pump unit fails, no warning lights up, which could cause an accident.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear right leaf spring mounts without the correct tightening torque (2018)A campaign notified in the EU in October 2019 affects Master IIIs built at Batilly between 30 March and 11 July 2018: the rear right leaf spring mounts were not tightened to the specified torque, may work loose and alter the alignment of the rear axle.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Master III 2.3 dCi (M9T) reliable?
The Renault Master III used the 2.3 dCi (M9T) from 2010 to 2024 (2.3 dCi). 5 documented faults affect it; the most important is “clogged or broken EGR valve damaging the turbo” (high severity, occasional). Our verdict depends on the version: “Buy” for 2.3 dCi 100-125 hp (M9T) and 2.3 dCi 130-145 hp (M9T); “With caution” for 2.3 dCi 150-180 hp (M9T, some twin-turbo).
What faults does the Renault Master III 2.3 dCi (M9T) have?
The documented ones that affect this car are: clogged or broken EGR valve damaging the turbo (high severity), faulty injectors on the 2.3 dCi (medium severity), diesel particulate filter (DPF) clogged in urban use (medium severity), fuel pipe rubbing against the wiring harness (recall 0EC1) (high severity) and SCR system and AdBlue tank faults (low severity).
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Sources
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- Renault Master (tercera generación)Wikipedia · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026
- Fiabilité Renault Master 2.3 dCiCarverif · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
- Renault Master III 2.3 dCi 130: fiabilité, pannes et coûtsCarverif · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
- Différents rappels effectués par Renault en 2024Planète Renault · Motoring press · published 23 October 2024 · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
- Nissan Navara wymaga zmian systemu oczyszczania spalinAutokatalog.pl · Motoring press · published 23 August 2023 · consulted 5 October 2026 · in another language