Renault Modus Recall R/2007/143: Front Head Restraint May Not Retain Its Position In The Event Of An Impact, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 30 Oct 2007
- Launched
- 76
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2007/143
- DVSA reference
Renault recalled Modus vehicles built between 27 October 2004 and 28 October 2004. The possibility exists that the front seat head restraint components may have been incorrectly welded into position in the seat frame. The dealer will check the fabrication of the two front seat back frames. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists that the front seat head restraint components may have been incorrectly welded into position in the seat frame. This in certain cases can cause the sleeve to become loose to the seat frame. This has the potential to prevent the front seat head restraints retaining their position in the event of an impact.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT HEAD RESTRAINT MAY NOT RETAIN ITS POSITION IN THE EVENT OF AN IMPACT. Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that the front seat head restraint components may have been incorrectly welded into position in the seat frame. This in certain cases can cause the sleeve to become loose to the seat frame. This has the potential to prevent the front seat head restraints retaining their position in the event of an impact. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the fabrication of the two front seat back frames checked. These will be replaced if found to be necessary.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the sleeve to become loose to the seat frame.
The Fix
The dealer will check the fabrication of the two front seat back frames.
Are You Affected?
Modus built between 27 October 2004 and 28 October 2004 may be included. Renault estimates 76 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/2007/143. 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 | |
| Clio, ModusStop light failure | Urgent | R/2007/044 | |
| ModusGearbox may disengage from the park position | Low | R/2005/182 | |
| 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/2007/123 on 5 Oct 2007, for dashboard wiring my short circuit. The one launched after it was R/2007/188 on 14 Feb 2008, for no ISOFIX mounting rings at rear of vehicle. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2007.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/143, launched 30 October 2007. 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.