Renault Kadjar recall: Side airbags may fail to deploy or they may deploy incorrectly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The airbag computer (ECU) incorrectly interprets the data provided by the lateral shock sensors and can reverse it. In the event of a side impact that is severe enough to cause side air bag deployment there is a risk of either non-deployment or activation of…
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles re-programme of the airbag ECU
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The airbag computer (ECU) incorrectly interprets the data provided by the lateral shock sensors and can reverse it. In the event of a side impact that is severe enough to cause side air bag deployment there is a risk of either non-deployment or activation of the airbags on the opposite side to the impact
The fix
On affected vehicles re-programme of the airbag ECU
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kadjar | 1 Jul 2015 | 31 Mar 2016 | 10,613 |
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 19 April 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.