Renault 5 - R4 E-tech

Recall Summary Renault is recalling certain 5 and R4 E-Tech electric vehicles in France due to a battery manufacturing defect that may cause the anode to separate inside battery cells. This defect could lead to an internal short circuit, resulting in reduced driving range, charging failure, or in rare cases, a vehicle fire. The vehicles do not meet motor vehicle safety regulations.

Recalling firm

Renault

Product

Passenger car.. RENAULT 5 - R4 E-Tech

Reason

A production anomaly at the supplier’s facility may cause delamination of the anode in a battery cell, where electrode material detaches and can damage the current collector and separator, potentially leading to an internal short circuit in the traction battery and resulting in loss of autonomy, inability to recharge, or thermal runaway which could lead to a risk of fire.. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Classification

Class I

Category

consumer product recall

Country

European Union

Agency

SAFETY-GATE

Recall date

2026-03-20

Status

Ongoing

Areas affected

FR

Distribution

France

Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE

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