Renault Master Recall R/2017/014: Side Board May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 13 Feb 2017
- Launched
- 324
- vehicles in the UK
- OC4M
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Master vehicles built between 1 January 2010 and 30 April 2015. The side board hinges may fail. The dealer will install safety reinforcement brackets to the side raves of the body. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The side board hinges may fail. This could result in the detachment of the side board whilst the vehicle is in motion.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SIDE BOARD MAY DETACH Defect: It has been identified that the side board hinges may fail. This could result in the detachment of the side board whilst the vehicle is in motion. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to install safety reinforcement brackets to the side raves of the body.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the detachment of the side board whilst the vehicle is in motion.
The Fix
The dealer will install safety reinforcement brackets to the side raves of the body.
Are You Affected?
Master built between 1 January 2010 and 30 April 2015 may be included. Renault estimates 324 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 OC4M or the DVSA reference R/2017/014. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MasterAccelerator pedal assembley | Low | R/2025/520 | |
| MasterPossible abrasion wear of the fuel supply pipe | Urgent | R/2024/295 | |
| MasterChecking the secure mounting of the reducer gearbox | Low | R/2024/148 | |
| MasterThe fixed speed limiter is inoperative | Low | R/2020/119 | |
| MasterPower steering warning lamp may not illuminate | Urgent | R/2018/143 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2017/013 on 27 Jan 2017, for incorrect tyre pressure label and spare wheel fitted. The one launched after it was R/2016/192 on 7 Mar 2017, for wipers may not perform as intended. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2017.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/014, launched 13 February 2017. 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.