Renault Trafic recall: Bonnet may open without warning
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On a small number of vehicles one or more of the bonnet lock bolts may not be correctly tightened. In exceptional cases this may cause the bonnet to open whilst driving.
- What to do
- Contact a Renault dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles check and where necessary tighten bonnet lock bolts.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On a small number of vehicles one or more of the bonnet lock bolts may not be correctly tightened. In exceptional cases this may cause the bonnet to open whilst driving.
The fix
On affected vehicles check and where necessary tighten bonnet lock bolts.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trafic | 1 Jan 2014 | 30 Mar 2016 | 12,832 |
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 1 March 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.