Renault Scenic recall: Rear bolts on front seat runner may not be torqued correctly
- What's wrong
- The bolts that hold the front seats to the floor may not be correctly tightened. This may cause the seat to become insecure and control of the vehicle to be compromised. Prior to failure there will be increased movement of the seat when getting in…
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the torque tightening of the rear bolts on the front seat runners.
What’s wrong
The bolts that hold the front seats to the floor may not be correctly tightened. This may cause the seat to become insecure and control of the vehicle to be compromised. Prior to failure there will be increased movement of the seat when getting in and out of the vehicle which should be noticeable to the driver.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the torque tightening of the rear bolts on the front seat runners.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic | – | – | 217 |
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 November 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.