Renault Trucks D Wide 6X2 and D Wide 4X2 recall: C0446 Traction Battery Replace & C0485 Traction Battery repair
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- There is a risk that a small metal piece from a broken terminal fixation might come loose and create a short circuit between battery cells inside the traction battery which might lead to overheating. There will be a red warning in the instrument cluster to…
- What to do
- Contact a Renault Trucks dealer to book the free repair. Replace Traction batteries
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
There is a risk that a small metal piece from a broken terminal fixation might come loose and create a short circuit between battery cells inside the traction battery which might lead to overheating. There will be a red warning in the instrument cluster to the driver if a short-circuit is detected inside the battery before the battery overheats.
The fix
Replace Traction batteries
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| D Wide 6X2 | 22 Apr 2024 | 12 Aug 2024 | 1 |
| D Wide 4X2 | 22 Apr 2024 | 12 Aug 2024 | 2 |
| D Wide 4X2 | 14 Aug 2023 | 17 Feb 2025 | 4 |
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 10 March 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.