Renault Clio Recall R/2013/033: Potential Loss Of Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 12 Mar 2013
- Launched
- 3
- vehicles in the UK
- OBMU
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Clio vehicles. As a result of certain front suspension mounting bolts being over tightened at the factory the front suspension could fail and loss of vehicle control could occur. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the front struts and mounting bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
As a result of certain front suspension mounting bolts being over tightened at the factory the front suspension could fail and loss of vehicle control could occur.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POTENTIAL LOSS OF CONTROL Defect: As a result of certain front suspension mounting bolts being over tightened at the factory the front suspension could fail and loss of vehicle control could occur. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front struts and mounting bolts.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: potential loss of control.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the front struts and mounting bolts.
Are You Affected?
Clio may be included. Renault estimates 3 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 OBMU or the DVSA reference R/2013/033. 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/2013/034 on 8 Mar 2013, for rear spoiler may become detached. The one launched after it was R/2013/073 on 28 Jun 2013, for fuel pipe protective cover may detach & damage engine. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/033, launched 12 March 2013. 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.