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  • 24 Aug 2001RENAULT CLIORef R/2001/084

    ACCELERATOR CABLE CONCERN.

    Defect

    The accelerator cable may break and cause a sudden loss of engine power.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit a modified accelerator cable.

    Vehicles affected
    105,883
    OEM ref
    0A2M
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    28 Dec 1999
  • 17 Aug 2001RENAULT MEGANERef R/2001/081

    POSSIBLE ENGINE HESITATION.

    Defect

    Engine exhaust gas recirculation pipe may fail and cause the vehicle to hesitate when pulling away.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace the exhaust gas recirculation pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    771
    OEM ref
    0A2T
    Build start
    15 Sept 1999
    Build end
    08 Feb 2001
  • 17 Aug 2001RENAULT MEGANERef R/2001/056

    OVERHEATING OF IGNITION WIRING CONNECTORS

    Defect

    Quality inspections by the manufacturer have revealed the possibility of a faulty connection between the high tension leads and the ignition coil. The connector could overheat if not replaced.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace the ignition harness and ignition coil.

    Vehicles affected
    771
    OEM ref
    0A2T
    Build start
    15 Sept 1999
    Build end
    08 Feb 2001
  • 17 Aug 2001RENAULT MEGANERef R/2001/080

    ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

    Defect

    The camshaft sensor may fail and cause the engine to cut out

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the camshaft sensor.

    Vehicles affected
    771
    OEM ref
    0A2T
    Build start
    15 Sept 1999
    Build end
    08 Feb 2001
  • 17 Aug 2001RENAULT MEGANERef R/2001/079

    POSSIBLE FUEL LEAKAGE

    Defect

    Fuel leakage from the fuel pipes and common rail may occur at high pressure.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the fuel pipes and rail with quality assured components.

    Vehicles affected
    771
    OEM ref
    0A2T
    Build start
    15 Sept 1999
    Build end
    08 Feb 2001
  • 28 Feb 2001RENAULT ESPACERef R/2001/002

    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF EFFICIENCY IN BRAKING SYSTEM.

    Defect

    There is a possibility of the fastener attaching the brake caliper to the Stub Axle coming loose on the rear wheels due to a mismatch between the Stub Axle and the fastener. This can adversely affect the performance of the fastener and may lead to a loss of efficiency in the braking system.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace original fastener with a modified type and a lock washer to prevent it coming loose.

    Vehicles affected
    1,090
    OEM ref
    OTS 0A35
    Build start
    17 Jul 2000
    Build end
    20 Sept 2000
  • 26 Jan 2001RENAULT KANGOORef R/2000/137

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS AND/OR SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS

    Defect

    A fault within the control unit may cause unintentional deployment of the front air bags and or seat belt pre-tensioners.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured control unit.

    Vehicles affected
    14,046
    OEM ref
    0A02
    Build start
    23 Dec 1998
    Build end
    26 May 2000
  • 26 Jan 2001RENAULT KANGOORef R/2000/136

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS AND/OR SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS

    Defect

    A fault within the control unit may cause unintentional deployment of the front air bags and/or seat belt pre-tensioners.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured control unit.

    Vehicles affected
    14,046
    OEM ref
    0A02
    Build start
    23 Dec 1998
    Build end
    26 May 2000
  • 15 Dec 2000RENAULT KANGOORef R/2000/103

    RISK OF RAPID LOSS OF TYRE PRESSURE

    Defect

    There is a possibility of a rapid loss of tyre pressure on Kleber C100 165/70 R14 85 R tyres due to low inner rubber thickness on casing ply cord in tyre shoulder zone. This may affect the vehicle's road holding.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicle's and replace tyres with quality assured tyre.

    Vehicles affected
    969
    OEM ref
    0A2L
    Build start
    01 Apr 2000
    Build end
    30 Jul 2000
  • 18 Sept 2000RENAULT TWINGORef R/2000/072

    POSSIBLE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF BOTH AIRBAGS

    Defect

    The computer which controls the deployment of the Airbags may be incorrectly programmed. The Airbags may inadvertently deploy.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and change the computer which controls the deployment of the Airbags.

    Vehicles affected
    17
  • 18 Apr 2000RENAULT LAGUNARef R/2000/044

    POSSIBILITY OF REDUCTION IN VACUUM SERVO ASSISTANCE

    Defect

    A specific batch of vacuum pumps may have a potential defect (blockage) which may cause a reduction in servo assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,425
    OEM ref
    0094
    Build start
    01 Feb 2000
    Build end
    30 Apr 2000
  • 18 Apr 2000RENAULT ESPACERef R/2000/044

    POSSIBILITY OF REDUCTION IN VACUUM SERVO ASSISTANCE

    Defect

    A specific batch of vacuum pumps may have a potential defect (blockage) which may cause a reduction in servo assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,425
    OEM ref
    0094
    Build start
    01 Feb 2000
    Build end
    30 Apr 2000
  • 18 Apr 2000RENAULT SCENICRef R/2000/044

    POSSIBILITY OF REDUCTION IN VACUUM SERVO ASSISTANCE

    Defect

    A specific batch of vacuum pumps may have a potential defect (blockage) which may cause a reduction in servo assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,425
    OEM ref
    0094
    Build start
    01 Feb 2000
    Build end
    30 Apr 2000
  • 18 Apr 2000RENAULT MEGANERef R/2000/044

    POSSIBILITY OF REDUCTION IN VACUUM SERVO ASSISTANCE

    Defect

    A specific batch of vacuum pumps may have a potential defect (blockage) which may cause a reduction in servo assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace vacuum pump.

    Vehicles affected
    10,425
    OEM ref
    0094
    Build start
    01 Feb 2000
    Build end
    30 Apr 2000
  • 12 Jun 1998RENAULT SCENICRef R/1998/022

    FAILURE OF ROOF BARS

    Defect

    The roof bars may fail when loaded to the limit of their carrying capacity. Failure could result in loss of luggage.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original roof bars replaced with quality assured examples.

    Vehicles affected
    4,000
    Build start
    01 Jun 1997
    Build end
    30 Sept 1997
  • 30 Oct 1997RENAULT SCENICRef R/1997/073

    POSSIBLE RESTRICTION IN HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM

    Defect

    There is a possibility of a restriction in a plastic double pipe union on the brake master cylinder. This could prevent or reduce the operation of the hydraulic braking circuit.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the plastic union examined for evidence of any restriction. If a restriction is found the plastic pipe union will be replaced with a quality assured version.

    Vehicles affected
    7,434
    Build start
    01 Jul 1997
    Build end
    30 Sept 1997
  • 30 Oct 1997RENAULT MEGANERef R/1997/073

    POSSIBLE RESTRICTION IN HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM

    Defect

    There is a possibility of a restriction in a plastic double pipe union on the brake master cylinder. This could prevent or reduce the operation of the hydraulic braking circuit.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the plastic union examined for evidence of any restriction. If a restriction is found the plastic pipe union will be replaced with a quality assured version.

    Vehicles affected
    7,434
    Build start
    01 Jul 1997
    Build end
    30 Sept 1997
  • 13 Jun 1997RENAULT MASTERRef R/1997/010

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    Defect

    Wear in the area of the support bearings may lead to failure of the primary steering shaft and cause loss of directional control.

    Remedy

    The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original shaft replaced with a complete assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    12,500
    Build start
    01 Mar 1989
    Build end
    30 Apr 1995
  • 29 May 1997RENAULT SPIDERRef R/1997/036

    POSSIBLE INSECURITY OF CERTAIN BALL JOINTS

    Defect

    The ball joints on the steering track rods and on the suspension rear parallelism adjustment may not be fully secure.

    Remedy

    The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original securing bolts for the components concerned replaced with new examples.

    Vehicles affected
    34
    Build start
    01 Jan 1996
    Build end
    31 Dec 1997
  • 10 Sept 1996RENAULT VI MESSENGERRef R/1996/085

    SECURITY OF STEERING UNIVERSAL JOINT

    Defect

    Under certain operating conditions the steering universal joint locking bolt may detach. This would affect directional control of the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for replacement of the steering universal joint.

    Vehicles affected
    39
  • 08 Aug 1996RENAULT SAFRANERef R/1996/070

    AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT

    Defect

    On vehicles equipped with both driver and passenger air bags unscheduled illumination of the air bag warning light may occur in conditions of low ambient temperature.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a modified computer to the air bag system

    Vehicles affected
    551
    Build start
    01 Jul 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1995
  • 08 Aug 1996RENAULT LAGUNARef R/1996/070

    AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT

    Defect

    On vehicles equipped with both driver and passenger air bags unscheduled illumination of the air bag warning light may occur in conditions of low ambient temperature.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a modified computer to the air bag system

    Vehicles affected
    551
    Build start
    01 Jul 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1995
  • 03 Nov 1995RENAULT ESPACERef R/1995/065

    HOT COOLANT MAY ENTER PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

    Defect

    There is a risk of scalding to occupants of the front seats as a result of hot coolant leaking from the heater matrix into the passenger compartment.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles for inspection of the heater matrix. Where this is found to be of an unmodified design (visually apparent) it will be replaced with a modified unit.

    Vehicles affected
    730
    Build start
    08 Jul 1991
    Build end
    23 Jul 1992
  • 28 Jun 1995RENAULT ALPINERef R/1995/033

    WELDING ON FRONT SUSPENSION LOCATING LUG

    Defect

    The welding on the front suspension arm locating lug may not be to the manufacturers specification.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and inspect the integrity of the subject welding. Where required the welding will be reworked to comply with the manufacturers specification.

    Vehicles affected
    28
    Build start
    01 Jul 1991
    Build end
    31 Jan 1993
  • 07 Apr 1995RENAULT 5Ref R/1994/080

    VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT ON FOOTBRAKE APPLICATION

    Defect

    As a result of a quality problem in the manufacture of the front brake discs the vehicle may pull to the left when the footbrake is applied.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace both front brake discs with quality assured examples.

    Vehicles affected
    8,236
    Build start
    01 Apr 1993
    Build end
    30 Jun 1994

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