Renault Megane recall: Clutch may not engage fully
- What's wrong
- In certain acceleration cases the automatic gearbox software does not engage the clutch fully and therefore the driver could experience a loss of drive and/or engine judder. The gearbox overheating warning light may also be displayed and there is a risk of loss of acceleration…
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software for the automatic gearbox.
What’s wrong
In certain acceleration cases the automatic gearbox software does not engage the clutch fully and therefore the driver could experience a loss of drive and/or engine judder. The gearbox overheating warning light may also be displayed and there is a risk of loss of acceleration and or engine jerk.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and update the software for the automatic gearbox.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megane | 1 Jun 2016 | 31 Jan 2017 | 132 |
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 4 April 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.