Renault Laguna recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 12 safety recalls naming the Renault Laguna, launched from 1996 to 2010. 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 Laguna recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 12
- 1996 to 2010
- Latest recall
- 20 April 2010
- R/2010/039
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Renault Laguna 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.
SEAT BELT MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
R/2010/039, launched 20 April 2010, 9,959 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the drivers seat belt pretensioner cable may fail through fatigue and therefore not restrain the driver correctly during a collision.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the pretensioner with one that is redesigned.
ACTUAL ENGINE SPEED CAN DIFFER FROM SPEED REQUESTED BY THE DRIVER
R/2004/204, launched 30 November 2004, 469 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Avantine, Clio
Defect: In certain cases the risk exists that there may be a faulty contact between the accelerator pedal sensor and the injection computer. In such cases the SERV warning light will illuminate on the dashboard.The situation remains under control by simply by applying the brake pedal.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will undergo preventive reprogramming of the injection computer
POSSIBLE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION
R/2003/117, launched 8 September 2003, 12,819 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The engine may intermittently accelerate by itself and/or suffer instability of the idle speed.
Remedy: Reprogramme the fuel injection computer software.
POSSIBLE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION
R/2003/116, launched 8 September 2003, 2,198 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The engine may intermittently accelerate by itself and/or suffer instability of the idle speed.
Remedy: Reprogramme the fuel injection computer software.
BRAKE SERVO MAY FAIL
R/2003/003, launched 31 January 2003, 2,803 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Brake servo may fail resulting in a hard brake pedal due to the loss of power assistance.
Remedy: Replace the brake servo unit.
VEHICLE SURGE
R/2002/141, launched 15 November 2002, 1,646 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The engine speed may surge intermittently when first started from cold when the outside temperature is between 0 degrees centigrade and plus 5 degrees centigrade.
Remedy: Reprogramme the fuel injection computer.
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2001/163, launched 8 March 2002, 4,838 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Laguna II's fitted with the 1.6 16v engine may cut out and stall at idle/lift off when the air conditioning is switched on.
Remedy: Rectified by recalibrating the injection computer.
FUEL LEAK / EMERGENCY BRAKE ASSIST CONCERN.
R/2001/157, launched 8 March 2002, 2,249 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Danger of leakage from the Diesel injection high pressure pipes which can result in destruction of the Emergency Brake Assist connector located on the Brake Booster.
Remedy: Replace diesel fuel injection high pressure rail and pipes and Emergency Brake Assist connector seal at Brake Booster Unit.
ENGINE SPEED CONTROL CONCERNS
R/2001/141, launched 8 March 2002, 1,646 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: 1) Accelerator pedal may stick in the open position. (Petrol and diesel engine models). 2) Engine may stall at idle or after hard acceleration. (Diesel engine models).
Remedy: 1) Reposition pad at base of accelerator. 2) Repalce the pressure regulator valve on the diesel fuel pump.
TOWING BALL MOUNTING MAY CRACK
R/2001/103, launched 19 September 2001, 226 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The towing ball mounting panel may flex under load and eventually crack causing the towing ball to become insecure.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to fit towing ball mounting panel reinforcement kit.
POSSIBILITY OF REDUCTION IN VACUUM SERVO ASSISTANCE
R/2000/044, launched 18 April 2000, 10,425 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Espace, Megane, Scenic
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.
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT
R/1996/070, launched 8 August 1996, 551 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Safrane
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
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 Laguna, 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.