Renault Clio Recall R/2016/015: Rear Spoiler May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 14 Feb 2016
- Launched
- 1,096
- vehicles in the UK
- OC6J
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Clio vehicles built between 1 January 2013 and 31 December 2015. The rear spoiler may detach at high speed due to high variance in temperature change. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected for inspection and where necessary rebonding. 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. This is a result of a non-conformity with the production process.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR SPOILER MAY DETACH Defect: The rear spoiler may detach at high speed due to high variance in temperature change. This is a result of a non-conformity with the production process. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected for inspection and where necessary rebonding.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear spoiler may detach.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected for inspection and where necessary rebonding.
Are You Affected?
Clio built between 1 January 2013 and 31 December 2015 may be included. Renault estimates 1,096 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 OC6J or the DVSA reference R/2016/015. 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 | |
| ClioWheel may detached | Book soon | R/2016/010 | |
| ClioReduction in braking performance | Urgent | R/2015/136 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2016/010 on 14 Feb 2016, for wheel may detached. The one launched after it was R/2016/017 on 1 Mar 2016, for bonnet may open without warning. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2016.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/015, launched 14 February 2016. 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.