Renault Clio recalls (DVSA)
DVSA has published 20 recalls for the Renault Clio, the most recent on 4 March 2026. A recall applies to the vehicles DVSA names by build date and VIN, not to every Renault Clio, so check any car you are looking at by registration on GOV.UK.
Has the Renault Clio been recalled?
DVSA lists 20 recalls for the Renault Clio. The newest, R/2026/096, was launched on 4 March 2026; DVSA’s wording is “Front lower arm Bolts”. The recall covering the longest build period is R/2016/015, for Jan 2013 to Dec 2015. Together the recalls’ build dates cover cars built in 1991, 1998 to 2000, 2002 to 2006, 2010, 2012 to 2016, 2019 and 2025.
Whether a particular car is affected depends on its registration, which only GOV.UK’s recall check can tell you. Looking to buy one? See used Renault Clio cars for sale on Autoza.
DVSA recalls for the Renault Clio, newest first
Build years covered: DVSA’s build dates for these recalls cover cars built in 1991, 1998 to 2000, 2002 to 2006, 2010, 2012 to 2016, 2019 and 2025. 2 recalls give no complete build dates.
| Recall date | DVSA reference | Concern, in DVSA’s words | Build dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| R/2026/096 | Front lower arm Bolts | Built Oct 2025 | |
| R/2020/023 | 'power steering failure' message displayed on dashboardDVSA lists this under: Clio V | Built Jun 2019 – Oct 2019 | |
| R/2016/192 | Wipers may not perform as intended | Built Nov 2012 – Jul 2015 | |
| R/2016/281 | Rear wheel may detach | Built Feb 2016 | |
| R/2016/015 | Rear spoiler may detach | Built Jan 2013 – Dec 2015 | |
| R/2016/010 | Wheel may detached | Built Apr 2015 – Nov 2015 | |
| R/2015/136 | Reduction in braking performance | Built Mar 2013 – Apr 2015 | |
| R/2015/053 | Fuel may leak | Built Apr 2013 – Apr 2014 | |
| R/2014/086 | Braking efficiency may be reduced | Built Nov 2012 – Jul 2014 | |
| R/2013/033 | Potential loss of control | DVSA gives no build dates | |
| R/2011/118 | Valve cotter fault could lead to destruction of the engine | Built Sep 2010 – Nov 2010 | |
| R/2007/044 | Stop light failure | Built Dec 2005 – Feb 2006 | |
| R/2006/176 | Gearbox may malfunction | Built Mar 2006 – May 2006 | |
| R/2004/204 | Actual engine speed can differ from speed requested by the driver | Built Sep 2002 – Jun 2004 | |
| R/2003/097 | Possible breakage of front suspension arm. | Built Oct 2002 | |
| R/2002/156 | Possible loss of brake servo assistance | Built Apr 2002 – Jun 2002 | |
| R/2001/159 | Engine hesitation and idling concern | DVSA gives no build dates | |
| R/2001/137 | Passenger air bag security | Built Jul 2000 | |
| R/2001/084 | Accelerator cable concern. | Built Jan 1998 – Dec 1999 | |
| R/1993/034 | Petrol smell in car | Built Mar 1991 – Dec 1991 |
How to check whether a particular Renault Clio is affected
- Check the registration on GOV.UK’s free service, which answers for one vehicle. Check a vehicle recall on GOV.UK.
- Ask the seller for proof that any recall work was done, such as an invoice or a confirmation from the manufacturer’s dealer.
- Use Autoza’s free registration check to see DVSA’s recall status beside the MOT history. “Unknown” is not the same as “no recalls”. Free registration check.
What a recall means
A recall is a repair a manufacturer offers for a fault found in a group of vehicles, and GOV.UK says you will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts. It stays with the vehicle, so on a used car what matters is whether the work has been done. This list says what DVSA has published for the model, not whether a particular car is affected. More about recalls.
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Where this list comes from
Source: DVSA vehicle recalls file, downloaded 23 September 2026. Recalls DVSA has published since that date are not shown. DVSA’s check vehicle recalls service.
Autoza matched DVSA’s model names to this model. Where DVSA files a recall under a longer name, the table says so.
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