Renault Modus Recall R/2005/182: Gearbox May Disengage From The Park Position, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 17 Jan 2006
- Launched
- 55
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2005/182
- DVSA reference
Renault recalled Modus vehicles built between 10 November 2004 and 25 November 2004. Due to the possible non-conformity of the gearbox control there is a risk that the transmission may disengage from the parking position (without the footbrake having first been applied). The dealer will check the conformity of the gearbox control and replaced as necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to the possible non-conformity of the gearbox control there is a risk that the transmission may disengage from the parking position (without the footbrake having first been applied).
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: GEARBOX MAY DISENGAGE FROM THE PARK POSITION Defect: Due to the possible non-conformity of the gearbox control there is a risk that the transmission may disengage from the parking position (without the footbrake having first been applied) Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the conformity of the gearbox control checked and replaced as necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: gearbox may disengage from the park position.
The Fix
The dealer will check the conformity of the gearbox control and replaced as necessary.
Are You Affected?
Modus built between 10 November 2004 and 25 November 2004 may be included. Renault estimates 55 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 DVSA reference R/2005/182. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ModusRear bench seat may jam | Low | R/2010/038 | |
| ModusFront head restraint may not retain its position in the event of an impact | Low | R/2007/143 | |
| Clio, ModusStop light failure | Urgent | R/2007/044 | |
| ModusSteering column assembly | Urgent | R/2005/050 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2005/050 on 20 May 2005, for steering column assembly. The one launched after it was R/2006/045 on 8 May 2006, for seat belt stalk may detach. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2006.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/182, launched 17 January 2006. 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.