Renault Australia - Renault Fluence MY2016, Megane MY2016 and Clio IV MY2016 Recall

A recall notice for Renault Fluence MY2016, Megane MY2016 and Clio IV MY2016 supplied by Renault Australia as the rear axle bolts may not have been tightened in accordance with the required specifications.

Renault Australia - Renault Fluence MY2016, Megane MY2016 and Clio IV MY2016

PRA No.

2020/18222

Date published

2 Apr 2020

Campaign number

0CBE

Product description

Renault Fluence
Renault Megane
Renault Clio IV

Model Year 2016

255 affected vehicles

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

See attached VIN list

VIN List.xlsx (10.9 KB)

What are the defects?

The rear axle bolts may not have been tightened in accordance with the required specifications.

What are the hazards?

If the rear axle becomes loose, the roadholding of the vehicle may worsen, which will increase the risk of an accident and injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

What should consumers do?

Owners of affected vehicles will be notified of the recall and asked to contact a Renault dealer to arrange for inspection and repair of their vehicle, if necessary. Any repairs will be free of charge.

To find a local dealer, visit https://www.renault.com.au/dealers/locator

Supplier

Renault Australia

Traders who sold this product

Authorised Renault Dealers

Where the product was sold

Nationally

Dates available for sale

  • 1 April 2016 - 31 January 2017

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional Development is the responsible regulator for this recall.