Renault Trafic recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 31 safety recalls naming the Renault Trafic, launched from 2002 to 2024. 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 Trafic recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 31
- 2002 to 2024
- Latest recall
- 10 January 2024
- R/2024/006
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Renault Trafic 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.
On affected vehicles the driver and passenger airbag and seatbelt pre-tensioners may not deploy.
R/2024/006, launched 10 January 2024, 22 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the driver and passenger airbag and seatbelt pre-tensioners may not deploy.
Remedy: Replace the airbag collision sensors.
On affected vehicles the driver and passenger airbag and seatbelt pre-tensioners may not deploy.
R/2024/004, launched 5 January 2024, 1,135 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the driver and passenger airbag and seatbelt pre-tensioners may not deploy.
Remedy: Replace the airbag collision sensors.
RISK OF THE GAS GENERATOR CRACKING ON THE PASSENGER AIR BAG
R/2020/267, launched 22 September 2020, 45 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Risk of the gas generator cracking on the passenger airbag causing a leak meaning the airbag may not display fully in an event of an accident.
Remedy: Replace the passenger airbag as a preventive measure.
THE HANDBRAKE MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE IN PLACE
R/2020/021, launched 18 February 2020, 450 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a risk the handbrake may not hold the vehicle in place due to a non-conformity of the rear brake calipers
Remedy: Check the manufacturing markings on the Left and Right Rear Brake Calipers and if necessary replace them
POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK FROM TANK
R/2020/002, launched 9 July 2019, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Possible Fuel leak from tank
Remedy: Check the date of manufacture of the fuel tank and change it if necessary
REAR BENCH SEATBELT BUCKLE BOLTS MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY TIGHTENED
R/2019/185, launched 18 June 2019, 7 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Rear bench seatbelt buckle bolts may not be correctly tightened.
Remedy: Check the buckle bolts are at the correct torque.
POTENTIAL RISK OF FAILURE TO THE SECONDARY PARKING BRAKE
R/2019/141, launched 18 June 2019, 2,475 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Possible failure of the parking brake due to a non-conformity (crimping) at cable connection ends.
Remedy: Replace the secondary cables and connectors.
SEATBELT MAY BECOME STUCK DUE TO INCORRECT FITTING OF THE REEL HOUSING
R/2019/017, launched 29 January 2019, 5 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Rear seatbelt may become stuck due to incorrect fitting of the reel housing.
Remedy: Check the fitting of the seat belt inertia reel housings and adjust as required.
LED LIGHT FITMENT MAY AFFECT OTHER LAMPS
R/2018/145, launched 19 June 2018, 152 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Lighting fault after LED fitment
Remedy: Re-programme and re-configure the Energy Manangement Module
INCORRECT TYRE PRESSURE LABEL AND SPARE WHEEL FITTED
R/2017/013, launched 27 January 2017, 32 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the incorrect tyre pressure label has been fitted. In addition if orderer the spare wheel may also be incorrect. It is therefore possible that the stability of the vehicle could be affected.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to replace both the tyre pressure label and the spare wheel with new quality assured items.
REAR AXLE MAY DETACH
R/2016/279, launched 13 December 2016, 18,486 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear axle bolts may not have been correctly tightened which may generate a noise from inside the wheel arch or cause friction on the Tyre. If the concern is not addressed it is possible for the axle to become uncoupled from the body of the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to ensure the bolts are at the correct torque. Where axle bolts are found to be missing the axle must be replaced.
STEERING MAY BE ADVERSELY AFFECTED
R/2016/203, launched 8 November 2016, 847 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The customer may experience vibrations or noise from the steering wheel due to cracks starting in the steering wheel hub. If not rectified in the worst case over time the steering wheel could break and affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check of the manufacturing date of the steering wheel hub. The steering wheel hub will be replaced it if the date is inside the identified period.
EGR PIPE MAY CRACK AND ALLOW EXHAUST GASES TO LEAK
R/2016/243, launched 3 November 2016, 4,310 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that during production the EGR pipe has been manufactured from incorrect thickness material. Due to the affect of stresses i.e. heat vibration etc on the pipe it can lead to cracking. If there is significant crack there is a possibility exhaust gases could leak. This could cause surrounding parts to deteriorate. If this happens the vehicle will emit black smoke from the exhaust there will be a loss of power and a warning light will illuminate on the instrument panel.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace to the EGR pipe.
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2016/103, launched 17 May 2016, 348 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a risk the passenger airbag mounting bolts are incorrectly installed which can lead to the airbag not correctly deploying. If a heavy front end collision occurs the passenger could sustain additional injury.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for the presence of the bolts and if missing fit new one(s).
BONNET MAY OPEN WITHOUT WARNING
R/2016/017, launched 1 March 2016, 12,832 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On a small number of vehicles one or more of the bonnet lock bolts may not be correctly tightened. In exceptional cases this may cause the bonnet to open whilst driving.
Remedy: On affected vehicles check and where necessary tighten bonnet lock bolts.
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 Kadjar, Master, Megane, Scenic
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.
SEAT FRAME MAY FAIL
R/2015/045, launched 23 March 2015, 1,425 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The integrity of the front seat bench frame for the passengers may be compromised because of non-compliance during the manufacturing processes. Customer may hear noises coming from underneath the bench. They may also notice some cracking on the seat frame angles. If the seat fails during a collision the passengers have an elevated risk of injury.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the seat frame. Replace the seat where necessary.
PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
R/2015/021, launched 23 March 2015, 418 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The parking brake cable may not have been assembled correctly which can result in either the inability to apply the parking brake or the inability to release the parking brake.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the parking brake cable.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY LOOSEN
R/2015/020, launched 23 March 2015, 622 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible for the servo mounting bolts to loosen. If the noises are ignored over time it is possible for the brakes to be compromised.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pedal/servo mounting nuts.
STEERING MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED
R/2015/019, launched 23 March 2015, 936 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front axle wishbone mounting nuts may not have been tightened to the correct specification. The driver may experience noise from the front axle or find the steering becomes vague.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the torque tightening of the axle wishbone nuts or replace if required.
VEHICLE REAR LIGHTING SYSTEMS MAY FAIL
R/2014/052, launched 13 May 2014, 648 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the rear lights may cease to function due to the wiring insulation being abraded on a roof lining angle bracket. If the rear lights cease to function there is an increased risk of collision as other road users are not warned of vehicle; position directional intent or braking intent. Warnings for the driver can be gained from acrid smell indicator tell-tale flashing faster than normal and other electrical items in the rear not working.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the wiring. In all cases protection for the wiring will be fitted.
HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL
R/2010/218, launched 17 December 2010, 1,180 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Risk that the primary handbrake cable end - piece crimping may not conform so the handbrake cable may become detached.
Remedy: Check crimping at cable end. Replace cable if not within tolerance.
SUSPENSION TURRET MAY FAIL
R/2010/059, launched 29 June 2010, 22 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The suspension turret panel may fail due to inadequate welding being applied at the factory.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply further weld to the nearside inner wing suspension turret.
RISK OF TYRE FAILURE
R/2009/132, launched 30 November 2009, 48 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Tyres of an incorrect size have been fitted which could result in tyre failure.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles to replace the five tyres the spare wheel carrier mountings and reconfigure the ABS computer.
THE REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS MAY BECOME INEFFECTIVE
R/2009/117, launched 20 October 2009, 1,429 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear outboard seat belt stalks may become less effective as it is possible for the mounting bolt to unscrew.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply thread locking compound to the appropriate seat belt stalk fixings.
PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL
R/2008/166, launched 24 November 2008, 26,355 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that the handbrake cable intermediate connector may break. Should this occur the handbrake function would be lost.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake intermediate connector replaced.
INADEQUATE AIRBAG TRIGGERING IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE IMPACT
R/2008/042, launched 8 April 2008, 84 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that there has been a left to right inversion of the side impact sensor wiring which in certain cases may result in inadequate deployment of the airbags in the event of a side impact.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the airbag ECU replaced.
DASHBOARD WIRING MY SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2007/123, launched 5 October 2007, 2 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the dashboard wiring hs been mounted incorrectly. This may result in the vehicle failing to start the reversing lights failing to operate the risk of a short circuit of the FRH headlights damage to the wiring and high temperatures.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the dashboard wiring refitted and replaced as necessary.
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT TRIGGER IN AN IMPACT
R/2007/111, launched 25 July 2007, 6 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the front passenger seatbelt pretensioner has not been configured correctly. In the event of an impact the pretensioner will not trigger. The front seat passenger will however still be retained by the seatbelt but without the pretensioner function.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the front passenger seatbelt configured.
ENGINE MAY SEIZE
R/2007/040, launched 27 April 2007, 12 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that a potential loss of engine cooling fan function (cooling fan number 2) will cause the engine to seize without warning due to overheating. The STOP warning light may or may not illuminate.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have front-end wiring replaced.
POTENTIAL LOSS OF BRAKES
R/2002/149, launched 18 November 2002, 816 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Risk of loss of service brake due to securing clips missing from the brake pedal to servo cross shaft linkage.
Remedy: Examine brake pedal cross shaft installation and replace any missing clips.
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 Trafic, 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.