Renault Zoe 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 Zoe, launched from 2016 to 2023. 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 Zoe recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 6
- 2016 to 2023
- Latest recall
- 26 January 2023
- R/2023/028
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Renault Zoe 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 rear seat bench may not be locked into position securely. This could result in injury to the occupants in the event of hard breaking or a collision.
R/2023/028, launched 26 January 2023, 440 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the rear seat bench may not be locked into position securely. This could result in injury to the occupants in the event of hard breaking or a collision.
Remedy: Check the rear seat bench has been securely locked in place.
RISK OF INTERNAL SHORT CURCUIT TO THE BATTERY
R/2022/001, launched 18 January 2022, 31 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Risk of internal short-circuit to the battery.
Remedy: Controlling the battery and replacing the module if necessary.
GEARBOX MAY FAIL TO HOLD IN PARK POSITION WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY
R/2018/070, launched 4 June 2018, 360 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The gearbox may not hold the vehicle in the park position when the vehicle is stationary (Position ‘P’). The vehicle may roll if the handbrake is not applied.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the gearbox parking pin.
INCORRECT THROTTLE PEDAL FITTED
R/2018/025, launched 5 February 2018, 218 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An incorrect accelerator pedal may be fitted which could cause discomfort or in extreme circumstances the pedal may get suck under the floor mat.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the accelerator pedal fitted. Replace the pedal where necessary.
GEARBOX MAY FAIL TO HOLD IN PARK POSITION 'P' AND VEHICLE COULD ROLL AWAY
R/2017/207, launched 1 September 2017, 561 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: If the vehicle is parked on a hill with park selected and the parking brake off or not fully applied the vehicle may not stay stationary. This results in a higher risk of collision.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the parking brake mechanism and park wheel which are inside of the reducer.
BRAKE EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED
R/2016/035, launched 1 March 2016, 999 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front wheel arch liners may have been incorrectly positioned which may cause them to rub against the front brake hoses. In rare circumstances this could cause a low leakage from both front flexible brake hose leading to gradual increased brake pedal travel in extreme cases a sudden bursting of the flexible hose with sudden increased brake travel and a resultant affect on the braking efficiency. A warning light indicating a low brake fluid level will be displayed on the dashboard.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the front wheel arch liners and brake hoses. Where necessary reposition the wheel arch liners and replace the brake hose/s.
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 Zoe, 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.