Renault recall: Engine power and/or braking efficiency may be affected
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the drive to brake vacuum pump may fail. This may cause a loss of brake servo assistance and a hard brake pedal. It may also cause a reduction in engine power.
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. Check the manufacture date of the vacuum pump and where necessary replace the pump.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the drive to brake vacuum pump may fail. This may cause a loss of brake servo assistance and a hard brake pedal. It may also cause a reduction in engine power.
The fix
Check the manufacture date of the vacuum pump and where necessary replace the pump.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megane | – | – | 527 |
| Scenic | – | – | 527 |
| Trafic | – | – | 527 |
| Master | – | – | 527 |
| Kadjar | – | – | 527 |
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 8 January 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.