Renault Captur recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 9 safety recalls naming the Renault Captur, launched from 2015 to 2025. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Renault Captur recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 9
- 2015 to 2025
- Latest recall
- 4 December 2025
- R/2026/094
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Renault Captur recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Injection Computer Software Update
R/2026/094, launched 4 December 2025. Also covers the Arkana, Clio
Defect: For certain vehicles reprogramming of the injection computer is required. Without this software update it could lead to breakdown or the vehicle failing to start.
Remedy: Reprogramme the injection computer
Risk of parking brake actuator failing
R/2025/377, launched 9 September 2025. Also covers the Austral, Megane, Rafale, Scenic, Symbioz
Defect: For certain vehicles a concern involving the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox engagement actuator within the transmission may result in the parking brake mechanism actuator no longer correctly positioning the locking pawl in the “P lock”.
Remedy: Replacement of the electric traction reducer parking brake mechanism actuator or gearbox Engagement Actuator.
POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF THE FIXED GLASS SUNROOF WHILST DRIVING
R/2020/129, launched 12 May 2020, 22 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Possible detachment of the fixed glass sunroof while driving.
Remedy: Check the bonding and replace if required replace the fixed glass sunroof.
CONTACT BETWEEN THE POSITIVE ALTERNATOR WIRING AND THE ALTERNATOR CASING COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2020/015, launched 21 January 2020, 39 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Clio
Defect: Contact between the positive alternator wiring and the alternator casing which could cause an electrical short circuit.
Remedy: Modify the wiring route and if necessary replace the alternator
THE LEFT HAND SIDE SEATBELT BUCKLE (REEL) FIXING BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SET TO CORRECT TORQUE OR MAY BE OR BECOME MISSING
R/2020/003, launched 14 January 2020, 20 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The left hand seatbelt fixing bolt may not have been set to the correct torque.
Remedy: Check for the presence of the bolt and factory torque confirmation marking. If either are not present replace the bolt.
INCORRECT WELDING OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
R/2018/324, launched 4 December 2018, 10 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor.
Remedy: Check the welding of the catalytic converter and replace it if necessary.
DIPPED HEADLIGHT MAY FAIL TO LIGHT THE ROAD AHEAD TO SUFFICIENT LEVEL
R/2018/094, launched 3 April 2018, 19 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Clio
Defect: Headlight (dipped beam) may not adjust correctly when switched on and therefore not light the road ahead sufficiently.
Remedy: On affected vehicles make an adjustment of the headlight beam sensor.
FRONT WHEEL HUBS MAY CRACK
R/2018/077, launched 20 March 2018, 23 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front wheel hub may suffer cracking. Drivers may notice abnormal noise and in extreme cases the hub may fail.
Remedy: On affected vehicles check manufacturing date of the wheel hubs and replace if required
LOSS OF BRAKING EFFICIENCY
R/2015/067, launched 21 April 2015, 31,320 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that the front wheel liners have been incorrectly positioned giving potential for them to rub against the front brake hoses. This in turn could in rare circumstances cause increased brake pedal travel and affect the braking efficiency of the vehicle. This issue may be highlighted by a warning message Braking system fault and a warning light on the dashboard.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the front wheel arch liners and brake hoses. If they are found to be incorrectly positioned they will be replaced free of charge.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Renault Captur, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Renault dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.