Renault Trafic recall: Airbag may not deploy correctly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- There is a risk the passenger airbag mounting bolts are incorrectly installed which can lead to the airbag not correctly deploying. If a heavy front end collision occurs the passenger could sustain additional injury.
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for the presence of the bolts and if missing fit new one(s).
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
There is a risk the passenger airbag mounting bolts are incorrectly installed which can lead to the airbag not correctly deploying. If a heavy front end collision occurs the passenger could sustain additional injury.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for the presence of the bolts and if missing fit new one(s).
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafic | 14 May 2014 | 1 Dec 2014 | 348 |
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 17 May 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.