Renault Scenic Recall R/2016/199: Rear Bolts On Front Seat Runner May Not Be Torqued Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 4 Nov 2016
- Launched
- 217
- vehicles in the UK
- OC9E
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Scenic vehicles. The bolts that hold the front seats to the floor may not be correctly tightened. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the torque tightening of the rear bolts on the front seat runners. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The bolts that hold the front seats to the floor may not be correctly tightened. This may cause the seat to become insecure and control of the vehicle to be compromised. Prior to failure there will be increased movement of the seat when getting in and out of the vehicle which should be noticeable to the driver.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR BOLTS ON FRONT SEAT RUNNER MAY NOT BE TORQUED CORRECTLY Defect: The bolts that hold the front seats to the floor may not be correctly tightened. This may cause the seat to become insecure and control of the vehicle to be compromised. Prior to failure there will be increased movement of the seat when getting in and out of the vehicle which should be noticeable to the driver. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the torque tightening of the rear bolts on the front seat runners.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the seat to become insecure and control of the vehicle to be compromised.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary adjust the torque tightening of the rear bolts on the front seat runners.
Are You Affected?
Scenic may be included. Renault estimates 217 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 OC9E or the DVSA reference R/2016/199. 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 | |
| ScenicNOX sensor was not correctly tightened during manufacture | Low | R/2019/370 | |
| Kadjar, Megane, ScenicSide air curtain may not deploy | Urgent | R/2017/172 | |
| Kadjar, Master, Megane, Scenic and 1 moreEngine power and/or braking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2016/001 | |
| ScenicUnexpected application of parking brake | Urgent | R/2010/050 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2016/243 on 3 Nov 2016, for eGR pipe may crack and allow exhaust gases to leak. The one launched after it was R/2016/203 on 8 Nov 2016, for steering may be adversely affected. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2016.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/199, launched 4 November 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.