Renault Clio Recall R/2015/136: Reduction In Braking Performance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 16 Jul 2015
- Launched
- 49,748
- vehicles in the UK
- OC0W
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Clio vehicles built between 5 March 2013 and 2 April 2015. The front wheel liners have been incorrectly positioned giving potential for them to rub against the front brake hoses. The dealer will replace if they are found to be incorrectly positioned they free of charge. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The front wheel liners have been incorrectly positioned giving potential for them to rub against the front brake hoses. This in turn could in rare circumstances cause increased brake pedal travel and affect the braking efficiency of the vehicle. This issue may be highlighted by a warning message Braking system fault and a warning light on the dashboard.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE Defect: It is possible that the front wheel liners have been incorrectly positioned giving potential for them to rub against the front brake hoses. This in turn could in rare circumstances cause increased brake pedal travel and affect the braking efficiency of the vehicle. This issue may be highlighted by a warning message Braking system fault and a warning light on the dashboard. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the front wheel arch liners and brake hoses. If they are found to be incorrectly positioned they will be replaced free of charge.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: reduction in braking performance.
The Fix
The dealer will replace if they are found to be incorrectly positioned they free of charge.
Are You Affected?
Clio built between 5 March 2013 and 2 April 2015 may be included. Renault estimates 49,748 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 OC0W or the DVSA reference R/2015/136. 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/2015/132 on 23 Jun 2015, for possibility of loss of control. The one launched after it was R/2016/001 on 8 Jan 2016, for engine power and/or braking efficiency may be affected. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/136, launched 16 July 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.