Renault Clio, Twingo Recall R/2002/156: Possible Loss Of Brake Servo Assistance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 2 Dec 2002
- Launched
- 1,861
- vehicles in the UK
- 0A8F
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Clio, Twingo vehicles built between 16 April 2002 and 27 June 2002. There is a risk of a loss of brake servo assistance due to the incorrect positioning of the air pressure sensor in the inlet manifold. The dealer will check the position of the air pressure sensor and correct where necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
There is a risk of a loss of brake servo assistance due to the incorrect positioning of the air pressure sensor in the inlet manifold.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE Defect: There is a risk of a loss of brake servo assistance due to the incorrect positioning of the air pressure sensor in the inlet manifold. Remedy: Check the position of the air pressure sensor and correct where necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible loss of brake servo assistance.
The Fix
The dealer will check the position of the air pressure sensor and correct where necessary.
Are You Affected?
Clio, Twingo built between 16 April 2002 and 27 June 2002 may be included. Renault estimates 1,861 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Renault, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Renault.
- Book with any franchised Renault dealer, quoting the campaign code 0A8F or the DVSA reference R/2002/156. See how to get a Renault recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| ClioFront lower arm Bolts | Book soon | R/2026/096 | |
| TwingoRisk of degradation to the front left sub axle carrier | Book soon | R/2017/313 | |
| TwingoOuter skin of rear spoiler and bonnet may detach | Book soon | R/2017/136 | |
| TwingoOuter skin of rear spoiler may detach | Book soon | R/2017/135 | |
| ClioWipers may not perform as intended | Book soon | R/2016/192 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2002/149 on 18 Nov 2002, for potential loss of brakes. The one launched after it was R/2003/003 on 31 Jan 2003, for brake servo may fail. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2002 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2002/156, launched 2 December 2002. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.