Renault Kadjar Recall R/2016/070: Side Airbags May Fail To Deploy Or They May Deploy Incorrectly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 Apr 2016
- Launched
- 10,613
- vehicles in the UK
- 0C5A
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Kadjar vehicles built between 1 July 2015 and 31 March 2016. The airbag computer (ECU) incorrectly interprets the data provided by the lateral shock sensors and can reverse it. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles re-programme of the airbag ECU. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The airbag computer (ECU) incorrectly interprets the data provided by the lateral shock sensors and can reverse it. In the event of a side impact that is severe enough to cause side air bag deployment there is a risk of either non-deployment or activation of the airbags on the opposite side to the impact.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SIDE AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY OR THEY MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY Defect: The airbag computer (ECU) incorrectly interprets the data provided by the lateral shock sensors and can reverse it. In the event of a side impact that is severe enough to cause side air bag deployment there is a risk of either non-deployment or activation of the airbags on the opposite side to the impact Remedy: On affected vehicles re-programme of the airbag ECU
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: side airbags may fail to deploy or they may deploy incorrectly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles re-programme of the airbag ECU. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Kadjar built between 1 July 2015 and 31 March 2016 may be included. Renault estimates 10,613 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 0C5A or the DVSA reference R/2016/070. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KadjarChild lock disengages after being activated | Book soon | R/2020/235 | |
| KadjarIncorrect NOX control | Low | R/2020/213 | |
| Kadjar, Megane, ScenicSide air curtain may not deploy | Urgent | R/2017/172 | |
| KadjarSeat belt anchorage points may be insecure | Urgent | R/2016/096 | |
| Kadjar, Master, Megane, Scenic and 1 moreEngine power and/or braking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2016/001 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2016/035 on 1 Mar 2016, for brake efficiency may be reduced. The one launched after it was R/2016/016 on 22 Apr 2016, for bench seat may move forward without warning. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/070, launched 19 April 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.