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6 known problems · 1 high
high
Parts supply effectively gone
medium
Alternator regulator failure
medium
Clutch master/slave cylinder leakage
Recalls
1 on recordREC-003597
2014-12-17
Defect: Sections of pipe delivering brake fluid from the Hydraulic Brake Control Modulator to the left-hand and right-hand front brake calipers can fracture, resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Hazard: If the leak is not detected visually, the brake pedal may feel progressively softer, causing a gradual increase in stopping distance and an accident hazard.
Remedy: Fusion Automotive (Tata's Australian distributor) will write to all affected customers with the required action.
Affected: 428 units, Tata Xenon
Official notice: www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 2026-09-30
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Price (AUD)
$5k-$12k
Body styles
Single Cab, Dual Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
Origin
India
Built in
India
Overview
Tata Australia sold the Xenon roughly 2010-2014 through a small, commercially focused dealer network. Sales were limited and resale is poor. Mechanical layout is basic but parts supply is extremely thin and local factory dealer backing is gone, making long-term maintenance and parts sourcing a real challenge.
Engines & variants
2.2L Dicor diesel
Engine
Tata 2.2L Dicor common-rail turbo diesel
Engine code
2.2 Dicor
Config
I4 turbo
Displacement
2179cc (unverified)
Power
103kW @ 4000rpm (unverified)
Torque
320Nm @ 1700-2700rpm (unverified)
Drivetrain
RWD / Part-time 4WD
0–100
~15.0s (unverified)
Economy
7.4 L/100km combined (unverified)
Tow (braked)
2500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
5MT
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven (inspect 150,000km+)
Pros
- Simple mechanical design
- Tough ladder chassis
- Very cheap to buy
- Chain-driven - no belt service
Cons
- Parts supply effectively gone
- Basic cabin, loud NVH
- Vague steering, choppy ride
Known problems
medium
Clutch master/slave cylinder leakage
Factory hydraulic clutch components suffer premature internal seal degradation and external fluid leaks. Symptoms: spongy or dropping pedal, dragging gear engagement, difficulty selecting first from a standstill.
Fix: Replace both master and slave cylinders. Bleed and replace hydraulic fluid.
medium
Engine wiring loom chafing
Poor factory routing allows the engine harness to rub against metallic edges and brackets. Results: exposed copper, short circuits, erratic sensor signals (rail pressure, crank position), and sudden limp mode events.
Fix: Trace the harness, solder or splice damaged wires, re-route and wrap with heavy-duty conduit protection.
low
Intercooler hose splits
Factory rubber turbo-to-intercooler hoses crack and split under sustained boost and oil-mist exposure from the PCV system. Symptoms: black smoke, power loss.
Fix: Replace cracked hoses, ideally with silicone aftermarket alternatives if dimensions can be cross-referenced.