S60 diesel DPF failure

I'm having trouble with my 2010 Volvo S60 diesel. It has only 40017 km on it. I've noticed a significant reduction in engine power, especially when accelerating, and there's a lot of smoke. I suspect the DPF. Has anyone else experienced these symptoms? I'm worried about the repair costs.

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I had similar issues with my S60. Reduced power and smoke point to DPF problems. Have you noticed any engine light?

Yes, the engine light came on a few days ago. I was hoping it was just a minor sensor issue, but your experience suggests otherwise. Did cleaning the DPF help, or did you have to replace it? Also, did you notice any decrease in fuel efficiency before the problem became obvious?

Cleaning didn't solve the issue for me. The backpressure was still too high. I recommend checking with a workshop.

I took your advice and brought my car to a trusted mechanic. They confirmed that the DPF was defective and needed replacement. The total repair cost came out to be around 1550€. It's a hefty sum, but at least the car is running smoothly again. I appreciate your help.

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