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Renault D Range recalled over a steering defect

Steering or suspension

There is a combined risk that rear axle hub nuts might have the tightening torque relaxed and the hub might not have been locked looked correctly. In the worst case it could lead the vehicle to lose a rear wheel set on road.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • D Range

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 18/08/2025 – 14/12/2025
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • C0544

What to do now

Steering or suspension parts on affected Renault D Range may fail.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. A failure in steering or suspension can lead to loss of control.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/187). Quoted as issued.

Summary

There is a combined risk that rear axle hub nuts might have the tightening torque relaxed and the hub might not have been locked looked correctly. In the worst case it could lead the vehicle to lose a rear wheel set on road.

Defect

There is a combined risk that rear axle hub nuts might have the tightening torque relaxed and the hub might not have been locked looked correctly. In the worst case it could lead the vehicle to lose a rear wheel set on road.

Remedy

The current hub nut will be replaced by a new hub nut the specified torque will be applied and the nut will be crimped against the axle housing.

Models

D Range

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Questions

Why are Renault D Range being recalled?

Steering or suspension parts on affected Renault D Range may fail. A failure in steering or suspension can lead to loss of control.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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