Renault Clio recall: Wipers may not perform as intended
- What's wrong
- In sub-zero weather conditions the front windscreen blades arms may become frozen to the screen. In extreme circumstances when the wipers are activated the wiper arm linkage may weaken detach or bend. Should the linkage break or bend the wipers will not clear the screen…
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the wiper linkage with a more robustly designed linkage.
What’s wrong
In sub-zero weather conditions the front windscreen blades arms may become frozen to the screen. In extreme circumstances when the wipers are activated the wiper arm linkage may weaken detach or bend. Should the linkage break or bend the wipers will not clear the screen effectively.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the wiper linkage with a more robustly designed linkage.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clio | 1 Nov 2012 | 31 Jul 2015 | 68,552 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 7 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.