DPF problems for a newbie

Hi,
I am new on this forum so apologies if this thread has already been over discussed.
I purchased a 2017 Evoque convertible last October and have had problems with the amber engine management light coming on frequently. The latest issue has been diagnosed as an internal crack on the DPF and I have been quoted £1,700 to supply and fit a new one!!!
I recently found an article online about the DPF being a common problem on certain models of Land Rovers and Jaguars, of which my Evoque was one of the mentioned models. Has anyone else had similar problems or offer advice on what my next course of action should be, as I feel this is an issue that should be paid for by Land Rover if it is a common fault.
Thanks
Michiesweetcakes

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Thank You

You're best asking questions in the vehicle specific sections of our forum. In your case, over 'ere
https://www.landyzone.co.uk/forum/range-rover.10/

Ejokes are not popular though.

Hello and welcome

Shimsteriom said:

You're best asking questions in the vehicle specific sections of our forum. In your case, over 'ere
https://www.landyzone.co.uk/forum/range-rover.10/

Ejokes are not popular though.

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Shimsteriom said:

You're best asking questions in the vehicle specific sections of our forum. In your case, over 'ere
https://www.landyzone.co.uk/forum/range-rover.10/

Ejokes are not popular though.

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Hi, Thanks for the reply.
Ejokes is a bit harsh....but funny.

Welcome to the forum

So i want to post a response concerning the dreaded DPF full warning ! The dreaded warning appeared last week on my 2011 Freelander 2 (85K mls). Full panic mode, contacted a local exhaust place in Stockport who recommended a DPF cleaning Co in Sale, which i contacted and drove there slowly in full Limp mode, also warning 'reduced engine performance' the Co in Sale were excellent carried out a full diagnostics, and confirmed it wasn't a DPF problem, but they thought a Turbo problem, and they recommended a LR specialist in Stockport, they reset the alarms, which re-appeared after a couple of miles, I thought i better visit Stockport, this outfit again very good, another diagnostic test and the mechanic identified a split hose, turbo inter cooler hose to be precise, not uncommon. So they were dead busy but if i left my car they would try to fit in during the afternoon. So an afternoon in Stockport, air raid shelter/ wetherspoons (steak day) 5pm car ready, massive relief, very impressed with both garages I can name names if appropriate on this site. cost £160 parts and fitting.
Search on-line for DPF cleaning, could be someone local to you.
Greymond