2.0 CRDi diesel (D4HA)
2007–2015 · diesel · 1995cc · 136hp
Engine codes: D4HA
Reliability, common problems and owner reviews for the Hyundai i30 2.0 CRDi diesel (D4HA). Check this before you buy used.
The 2.0 CRDi — the natural Sportage diesel and reasonably robust, but the timing chain can rattle on cold start (80,000–120,000 km), the HP pump can give trouble, and the clutch wears at similar mileage. There were also isolated reports of timing-chain failures on the wider family — quality oil is the key defence. Solid with discipline and motorway use.
Same engine, other cars
This is the same physical engine (D4HA) sold under different names across brands. Reliability is broadly shared — cross-check these:
Known Issues
Chain rattle on cold start; quality oil pressure keeps the tensioner working.
Fix / Workaround: Quality oil on time; replace chain at first rattle.
Repair cost: €500–€1200
Typically appears after: 80,000 km
HP pump issues and manual-clutch wear around 80,000–120,000 km.
Fix / Workaround: Diagnose HP pump; replace clutch/DMF as needed.
Repair cost: €300–€1300
HP pump issues and clutch wear at 80,000–120,000 km.
Fix / Workaround: Diagnose HP pump; replace clutch/DMF.
Repair cost: €300–€1300
Chain rattle on cold start; oil pressure runs the tensioner. Isolated chain failures reported — quality oil is critical.
Fix / Workaround: Quality oil on time; replace chain at first rattle.
Repair cost: €500–€1200
Typically appears after: 80,000 km
Mileage Thresholds
After 80,000 km: Chain / HP-pump / clutch attention.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
- ☐Cold-start rattle check (chain)
- ☐Quality-oil history
- ☐DPF history; prefer motorway use
- ☐Quality-oil history is critical
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai i30 2.0 CRDi diesel (D4HA) reliable?
Maint. Sensitive — The 2.0 CRDi — the natural Sportage diesel and reasonably robust, but the timing chain can rattle on cold start (80,000–120,000 km), the HP pump can give trouble, and the clutch wears at similar mileage. There were also isolated reports of timing-chain failures on the wider family — quality oil is the key defence. Solid with discipline and motorway use.
What are the common problems and reviews for the Hyundai i30 2.0 CRDi diesel (D4HA)?
The most commonly reported problems: Timing chain rattle (80–120k km), High-pressure pump / clutch wear, HP pump / clutch wear, Timing chain rattle / wear (80–120k km).
Is a used Hyundai i30 2.0 CRDi diesel (D4HA) worth buying?
Fine if serviced correctly — but it punishes neglect hard. History and the right consumables matter.