Renault Clio Recall R/2016/281: Rear Wheel May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 13 Dec 2016
- Launched
- 415
- vehicles in the UK
- 0CBE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Clio vehicles built between 1 February 2016 and 17 February 2016. One of the rear axle bolts retaining the stub axle carrier on the left and/or right side may not have been correctly tightened.This could allow the stub axle to separate from it's mounting. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check bolt tightness. If necessary or if bolt(s) is/are missing replace the axle assembly. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
One of the rear axle bolts retaining the stub axle carrier on the left and/or right side may not have been correctly tightened.This could allow the stub axle to separate from it's mounting.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR WHEEL MAY DETACH Defect: One of the rear axle bolts retaining the stub axle carrier on the left and/or right side may not have been correctly tightened.This could allow the stub axle to separate from it's mounting. Remedy: On affected vehicles check bolt tightness. If necessary or if bolt(s) is/are missing replace the axle assembly.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear wheel may detach.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check bolt tightness. If necessary or if bolt(s) is/are missing replace the axle assembly.
Are You Affected?
Clio built between 1 February 2016 and 17 February 2016 may be included. Renault estimates 415 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 0CBE or the DVSA reference R/2016/281. 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 spoiler may detach | Low | R/2016/015 | |
| 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/2016/279 on 13 Dec 2016, for rear axle may detach. The one launched after it was R/2017/013 on 27 Jan 2017, for incorrect tyre pressure label and spare wheel fitted. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/281, launched 13 December 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.