Renault Clio Recall R/2011/118: Valve Cotter Fault Could Lead To Destruction Of The Engine, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 1 Sep 2011
- Launched
- 3,308
- vehicles in the UK
- 0BDN
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Clio vehicles built between 17 September 2010 and 30 November 2010. Possibility that the nonconformance of the valve cotter could lead to the destruction of the engine. The dealer will replace the cotters on relevant engines. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Possibility that the nonconformance of the valve cotter could lead to the destruction of the engine.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VALVE COTTER FAULT COULD LEAD TO DESTRUCTION OF THE ENGINE Defect: Possibility that the nonconformance of the valve cotter could lead to the destruction of the engine. Remedy: Replace the cotters on relevant engines
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the destruction of the engine.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the cotters on relevant engines.
Are You Affected?
Clio built between 17 September 2010 and 30 November 2010 may be included. Renault estimates 3,308 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 0BDN or the DVSA reference R/2011/118. 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 | |
| ClioWipers may not perform as intended | Book soon | R/2016/192 | |
| ClioRear wheel may detach | Book soon | R/2016/281 | |
| ClioRear spoiler may detach | Low | R/2016/015 | |
| ClioWheel may detached | Book soon | R/2016/010 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2011/102 on 17 Aug 2011, for rear wheel bearing may shear. The one launched after it was R/2012/002 on 17 Jan 2012, for seatbelt may fail. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2011.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/118, launched 1 September 2011. 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.