Renault Clio IV Recall R/2018/024: Central Hinge In Rear Seats May Fail Under Load, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2018/024, campaign code 0CN6. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Low
How serious
29 Jan 2018
Launched
412
vehicles in the UK
0CN6
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Renault recalled Clio IV vehicles built between 9 May 2012 and 11 July 2017. In the event of heavy breaking such as an emergency stop or an impact with heavy luggage in the boot the rear seats central hinge may break. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a reinforcing bracket. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

In the event of heavy breaking such as an emergency stop or an impact with heavy luggage in the boot the rear seats central hinge may break. There would be no prior warning to the customer. In extreme circumstances may cause the luggage to enter the passage compartment.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: CENTRAL HINGE IN REAR SEATS MAY FAIL UNDER LOAD Defect: In the event of heavy breaking such as an emergency stop or an impact with heavy luggage in the boot the rear seats central hinge may break. There would be no prior warning to the customer. In extreme circumstances may cause the luggage to enter the passage compartment. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a reinforcing bracket.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the luggage to enter the passage compartment.

The Fix

The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a reinforcing bracket.

Are You Affected?

Clio IV built between 9 May 2012 and 11 July 2017 may be included. Renault estimates 412 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.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Renault.
  2. Book with any franchised Renault dealer, quoting the campaign code 0CN6 or the DVSA reference R/2018/024. See how to get a Renault recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2017/313 on 28 Nov 2017, for risk of degradation to the front left sub axle carrier. The one launched after it was R/2018/025 on 5 Feb 2018, for incorrect throttle pedal fitted. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2018.


Source: DVSA recall R/2018/024, launched 29 January 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. 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.