What weaknesses does the Dacia Spring 1 have?

The Dacia Spring 1 has 4 known engine weaknesses and 7 vehicle weaknesses. Repair costs range from 1,750 to 11,900 EUR.

Which engine is recommended for the Dacia Spring 1?

Caution: Spring_EM (Elektro). No engine is rated as 'Good choice'.

Dacia · Micro Car · 2021–2026

Dacia Spring 1

Name: Dacia Spring 1
Brand: Dacia
Rating: 3.0 (1 reviews)

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Dacia Spring 1 is available with one engine variant at 26 hp.

Elektro · Electric· 26 PS

2021 2026

26.8 kWh battery, 230 km WLTP range

!! Recall: HV cable clamp

Recall: high-voltage cable clamp can come loose. Vehicle immobilised or insulation fault. Free inspection.

Symptoms: Recall: high-voltage cable clamp can come loose

0–0 $

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!! Recall: onboard charger software

Recall 2022: onboard charger software can cause charging errors. Free update at the dealer.

Symptoms: Recall 2022: onboard charger software can cause charging errors

0–0 $

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!! A/C compressor failure from 40,000 km

The A/C compressor fails prematurely on some vehicles. High repair costs for a budget electric car.

Symptoms: A/C compressor fails prematurely on some vehicles

500–1,000 $

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+ 1 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

	Weakness	Cost
!	Drivetrain knock on load change From around 5,000 km, many owners report knocking sounds on load change that become noticeably louder with mileage. Symptoms: Distinct knocking from the drivetrain when switching from acceleration to regenerative braking from 10,000 km Ad drive shaft Dacia Spring Gelenk Antrieb Spring Elektro	Medium

Test Reports

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TÜV Report

Below average

On 2–3-year-old vehicles: 13% defect rate. Suspension 20.5 times the average, leaking dampers, and lighting defects despite low mileage.

2025-01

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 11 weaknesses have been documented for the Dacia Spring 1 (2021–2026) — 4 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Electronics, Rust, HVAC.

Spring (Spring_EM, 2021–2026) — Be Careful: Recall: HV cable clamp, Recall: onboard charger software, A/C compressor failure. Power: 26 PS.

What to watch out for with the Dacia Spring? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Dacia Spring 1 have? +

The Dacia Spring 1 has 4 known engine weaknesses and 7 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used Dacia Spring 1? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

Be careful: Spring_EM (Elektro). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the Spring_EM (Elektro).

Which Dacia Spring 1 engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Dacia Spring 1 — rated: "Not Really". {description} 33 kW is enough for the city, but even there the Spring feels more leisurely. On country roads it gets tedious.

Is the Dacia Spring 1 worth buying used? +

The Dacia Spring 1 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

What horsepower variants are available for the Dacia Spring 1? +

The Dacia Spring 1 is available with engine variants from 26 to 26 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee