Renault Twingo Recall R/2015/132: Possibility Of Loss Of Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 Jun 2015
- Launched
- 1,022
- vehicles in the UK
- OC1V
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Twingo vehicles built between 26 May 2014 and 30 October 2014. The front shock absorber (strut) mounting for the anti-roll bar rod may not be welded correctly. The dealer will replace the shock absorber that are in the affected range. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The front shock absorber (strut) mounting for the anti-roll bar rod may not be welded correctly. If the welding should fail there will initially be noise leading to the possibility for adversely affected vehicle handling because the anti-roll bar will no longer be connected the risk of contact and damage to the wheel rim tyre brake hose and ABS cable.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF CONTROL Defect: The front shock absorber (strut) mounting for the anti-roll bar rod may not be welded correctly. If the welding should fail there will initially be noise leading to the possibility for adversely affected vehicle handling because the anti-roll bar will no longer be connected the risk of contact and damage to the wheel rim tyre brake hose and ABS cable. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the shocker absorber (strut) build dates. The shock absorber that are in the affected range will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the possibility for adversely affected vehicle handling because the anti-roll bar will no longer be connected the risk of contact and damage to the wheel rim tyre brake hose and ABS cable.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the shock absorber that are in the affected range.
Are You Affected?
Twingo built between 26 May 2014 and 30 October 2014 may be included. Renault estimates 1,022 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 OC1V or the DVSA reference R/2015/132. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TwingoRisk of degradation to the front left sub axle carrier | Book soon | R/2017/313 | |
| TwingoOuter skin of rear spoiler and bonnet may detach | Book soon | R/2017/136 | |
| TwingoOuter skin of rear spoiler may detach | Book soon | R/2017/135 | |
| TwingoRisk of unintended acceleration | Urgent | R/2015/075 | |
| TwingoSeatbelts may malfunction in a collision | Urgent | R/2015/065 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2015/067 on 21 Apr 2015, for loss of braking efficiency. The one launched after it was R/2015/136 on 16 Jul 2015, for reduction in braking performance. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/132, launched 23 June 2015. 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.