Renault Clio: Braking Efficiency May Be Reduced
Renault Clio Brake Recall Summary Renault is recalling 20,545 Clio vehicles in the United Kingdom because front brake hose protectors may have been installed incorrectly, potentially reducing braking efficiency. Brake fluid may leak from the front or rear brake system, which would trigger a warning light and require increased pedal pressure to stop the vehicle. Renault will inspect and reposition or replace the brake hoses and protectors as needed.
- Recalling firm
- RENAULT
- Product
- Vehicles: RENAULT CLIO. Units affected: 20,545
- Reason
- The protectors for the front brake hoses may have been fitted incorrectly which could in the worst case scenario lead to a reduction in braking efficiency. If there is leakage of brake fluid the warning lamp will illuminate and more effort will have to be applied to the brakes to stop in good time. Additionally there is a possibility that brake fluid may leak from the rear brake cylinders with the same effects as above. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the front brake hoses and protectors. Where necessary reposition or replace the protectors and brake...
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2014-08-21
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/d919d63e-d311-48b3-b0c4-9d3fc0ddc542