Thinking about buying a used LDV T60 (2017–2019) in New Zealand? We've documented 5 known faults for this model spanning body & rust, fluid leaks, transmission, and engine. Each researched and verified before it's published. The most serious issues here are rated critical. Two are set out in full below — the rest, with the symptoms, repair costs and checks for each, are free with an account.
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Documented faults
Critical
Most serious
$400–$5,000
Typical repair
4
Systems covered
Known LDV T60 faults
Every fault below is documented specifically for this model — researched and verified before it’s published.
01Premature rust and corrosion — subject of ACCC Federal Court action
CriticalVery commonBody & Rust $500–$6,000 to fix
The ACCC took LDV's Australian distributor (Ateco) to the Federal Court in 2025, alleging T60s have a propensity to rust or corrode within five years of manufacture; LDV received over 5,000 rust/corrosion complaints on T60 and G10 models between 2018 and 2024. The ACCC also alleges the 10-year anti-corrosion warranty advertised in 2019–2020 was misleading. The NZ distributor has acknowledged the corrosion concern and moved newer models to a 7-year/200,000 km warranty, but older utes carry the shorter 5-year/130,000 km cover and many are now outside it.
Symptoms to notice
Rust bubbles on tailgate, wellside seams, door bottoms and roof gutters
Corrosion on chassis rails, tray mounts, underbody welds
Rust around windscreen surround
Paint blistering on panel edges
What to check
Crawl underneath with a torch: check chassis rails, spring hangers, tray mounting points and seam welds for scaly rust, not just surface film. Run fingers along tailgate seams, wheel-arch lips and door bottoms for bubbling. Ask whether any rust warranty claims were made and get the outcome in writing; a pre-purchase inspection on a hoist is strongly advised for any T60.
Where to look: Body seams, tailgate, doors, chassis and underbody
Ask the seller
“Has this ute ever had a rust warranty claim or rust repair?”
“Was it used near the coast, on beaches or for boat launching?”
“Is any of the anti-corrosion warranty still in place, and can you show the paperwork?”
02DPF Blockage in Urban or Short-Trip Duty Cycles
MajorCommonEngine $700–$2,800 to fix
The LDV T60 DPF blocks prematurely when used predominantly in urban or short-trip driving, as exhaust temperatures in these conditions are insufficient to complete passive regeneration. Active regeneration is frequently interrupted before completion when the vehicle is switched off in traffic, leading to progressive DPF loading, power loss, and limp mode activation. Documented by NZ and AU T60 owners using the vehicle as a mixed-use ute with significant urban driving.
Symptoms to notice
DPF warning light illuminated on instrument cluster
Significant power loss and entry into limp mode
Excessive exhaust smoke during failed or interrupted regeneration attempts
Increased fuel consumption during active regeneration cycles
What to check
Check for stored DPF, EGR, or exhaust back-pressure sensor fault codes. Ask about the vehicle's primary use pattern. Inspect exhaust outlet for soot accumulation indicating incomplete regeneration cycles. If a workshop inspection is possible: Read DPF soot load percentage via OBD diagnostics tool.
Where to look: DPF canister in exhaust system under vehicle body, mid-section after catalytic converter
Ask the seller
“What is the primary use — predominantly city driving or regular highway runs?”
“Has the DPF warning light ever appeared?”
“Has a forced DPF regeneration or DPF clean been carried out?”
Fluid LeaksCritical
TransmissionMajor
EngineMajor
3 more documented faults on the LDV T60
Symptoms, what to check, where to look and what to ask the seller — for every fault above. Free with an account, no card needed. One account covers one vehicle, so make it the car you’re actually looking at.
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LDV T60 buyer questions
Is the LDV T60 reliable?
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Like any used car, it depends on the specific example and its service history. Across the 5 documented faults for the LDV T60, the recurring problem areas are body & rust, fluid leaks, and transmission. A LDV T60 with a full service history and no signs of the issues listed on this page can be a sound buy but each one needs to be checked individually before you commit.
What are the most common problems with a used LDV T60?
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We've catalogued 5 known faults for the LDV T60, covering body & rust, fluid leaks, and transmission. Two are written out in full on this page. The rest — with the symptoms to notice, what to inspect, and typical repair costs for each — are free once you create an account.
How much do repairs cost on a LDV T60?
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Most single repairs on the LDV T60 fall between $400–$5,000 at NZ independent-workshop rates. Some of the 5 documented faults cost less and a few cost considerably more, and no one car needs them all. Knowing which ones to look for before you view is what lets you negotiate the price down or walk away.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a LDV T60?
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Yes. A LDV T60 inspection focused on its known weak points is the single best way to avoid an expensive mistake. KickTyres gives you a guided, model-specific inspection plus a market valuation and negotiation figure for $17.90 far less than the cost of missing one of the faults on this page.