Renault Kangoo Recall R/2010/023: Braking Efficiency May Be Affected, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Jun 2010
- Launched
- 149
- vehicles in the UK
- OB76
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Kangoo vehicles built between 1 April 2009 and 24 April 2009. The possibility exists that the front brakes hoses may become disconnected resulting in a loss of brake hydraulic fluid and a reduction in braking efficiency. The dealer will replace the both front brake hoses. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists that the front brakes hoses may become disconnected resulting in a loss of brake hydraulic fluid and a reduction in braking efficiency.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that the front brakes hoses may become disconnected resulting in a loss of brake hydraulic fluid and a reduction in braking efficiency. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have both front brake hoses replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a loss of brake hydraulic fluid and a reduction in braking efficiency.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the both front brake hoses.
Are You Affected?
Kangoo built between 1 April 2009 and 24 April 2009 may be included. Renault estimates 149 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 OB76 or the DVSA reference R/2010/023. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KangooRear door top door strikers | Book soon | R/2025/254 | |
| KangooRear door hinges | Book soon | R/2025/032 | |
| KangooInadequate tightening of the rear hub nuts and potentially the caliper fixing screws on the left and right side | Low | R/2020/014 | |
| KangooThe stop & start function does not perform correctly | Low | R/2019/274 | |
| KangooIncorrect welding of the catalytic convertor | Low | R/2018/325 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2010/050 on 2 Jun 2010, for unexpected application of parking brake. The one launched after it was R/2010/059 on 29 Jun 2010, for suspension turret may fail. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2010 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/023, launched 22 June 2010. 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.