Renault Modus Recall R/2010/038: Rear Bench Seat May Jam, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 20 Apr 2010
- Launched
- 4,403
- vehicles in the UK
- OB7P
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Modus vehicles built between 1 January 2008 and 26 October 2009. The rear passengers may not be sufficiently restrained during an accident if the manually adjustable bench seat mechanism jams. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a reinforcement bracket and a cable tie to the seat adjustment mechanism. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The rear passengers may not be sufficiently restrained during an accident if the manually adjustable bench seat mechanism jams.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR BENCH SEAT MAY JAM Defect: The rear passengers may not be sufficiently restrained during an accident if the manually adjustable bench seat mechanism jams. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a reinforcement bracket and a cable tie to the seat adjustment mechanism.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear bench seat may jam.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a reinforcement bracket and a cable tie to the seat adjustment mechanism.
Are You Affected?
Modus built between 1 January 2008 and 26 October 2009 may be included. Renault estimates 4,403 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 OB7P or the DVSA reference R/2010/038. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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/2009/137 on 2 Dec 2009, for drivers seat may detach. The one launched after it was R/2010/039 on 20 Apr 2010, for seat belt may not perform correctly. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2010.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/038, launched 20 April 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.