Renault Megane Recall R/2013/034: Rear Spoiler May Become Detached, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 8 Mar 2013
- Launched
- 22,739
- vehicles in the UK
- OBLC
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Megane vehicles built between 1 September 2003 and 31 October 2009. The rear spoiler may detach at high speed due to high variance in temperature change aggressive car wash systems or use of racks as they may weaken the spoiler mouldings. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected for rebonding or reinforcement of the rear tailgate spoiler (depending on type of tailgate). You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The rear spoiler may detach at high speed due to high variance in temperature change aggressive car wash systems or use of racks as they may weaken the spoiler mouldings.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR SPOILER MAY BECOME DETACHED Defect: The rear spoiler may detach at high speed due to high variance in temperature change aggressive car wash systems or use of racks as they may weaken the spoiler mouldings. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected for rebonding or reinforcement of the rear tailgate spoiler (depending on type of tailgate).
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear spoiler may become detached.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected for rebonding or reinforcement of the rear tailgate spoiler (depending on type of tailgate).
Are You Affected?
Megane built between 1 September 2003 and 31 October 2009 may be included. Renault estimates 22,739 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 OBLC or the DVSA reference R/2013/034. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austral, Captur, Megane, Rafale and 2 moreRisk of parking brake actuator failing | Urgent | R/2025/377 | |
| Megane, Megane ScenicThere is a potential for the internal aggression in the fuel hose causing a fuel leak | Urgent | R/2020/189 | |
| MeganeIncorrect positioning of wiring potentially causing a risk of the service indicator or vehicle stop warning light coming | Urgent | R/2018/356 | |
| Kadjar, Megane, ScenicSide air curtain may not deploy | Urgent | R/2017/172 | |
| MeganeClutch may not engage fully | Urgent | R/2017/122 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2012/132 on 16 Nov 2012, for loss of braking efficiency. The one launched after it was R/2013/033 on 12 Mar 2013, for potential loss of control. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2013.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/034, launched 8 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.