Renault Kadjar recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 6 safety recalls naming the Renault Kadjar, launched from 2016 to 2020. 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 Kadjar recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 6
- 2016 to 2020
- Latest recall
- 26 August 2020
- R/2020/235
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Renault Kadjar 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.
CHILD LOCK DISENGAGES AFTER BEING ACTIVATED
R/2020/235, launched 26 August 2020, 45,023 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The child lock disengages after it was activated by the customer.
Remedy: Fit a retaining clip to the door locks.
INCORRECT NOx CONTROL
R/2020/213, launched 21 July 2020, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Lack of NOX-neutralizing substance in the catalytic converter meaning incorrect NOx Control
Remedy: Replace the catalytic convertor
SIDE AIR CURTAIN MAY NOT DEPLOY
R/2017/172, launched 1 September 2017, 610 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Megane, Scenic
Defect: The curtain airbag (one or both side) may not deploy in the event of a side impact because the pyrotechnic mix ratio in the ignitor could be incorrect..
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the serial number of the curtain airbag. Replace airbag if required.
SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE POINTS MAY BE INSECURE
R/2016/096, launched 26 April 2016, 64 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the rear side members may not have been correctly constructed. This could compromise seat belt operation during a collision.
Remedy: Renault Dealers will advise of any action required
SIDE AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY OR THEY MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY
R/2016/070, launched 19 April 2016, 10,613 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The airbag computer (ECU) incorrectly interprets the data provided by the lateral shock sensors and can reverse it. In the event of a side impact that is severe enough to cause side air bag deployment there is a risk of either non-deployment or activation of the airbags on the opposite side to the impact
Remedy: On affected vehicles re-programme of the airbag ECU
ENGINE POWER AND/OR BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2016/001, launched 8 January 2016, 527 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Master, Megane, Scenic, Trafic
Defect: On affected vehicles the drive to brake vacuum pump may fail. This may cause a loss of brake servo assistance and a hard brake pedal. It may also cause a reduction in engine power.
Remedy: Check the manufacture date of the vacuum pump and where necessary replace the pump.
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 Kadjar, 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.