Renault ZOE Recall R/2018/070: Gearbox May Fail To Hold In Park Position When Vehicle Is Stationary, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 4 Jun 2018
- Launched
- 360
- vehicles in the UK
- 0CL9
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled ZOE vehicles built between 9 November 2016 and 26 April 2017. The gearbox may not hold the vehicle in the park position when the vehicle is stationary (Position ,P,). The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the gearbox parking pin. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The gearbox may not hold the vehicle in the park position when the vehicle is stationary (Position ,P,). The vehicle may roll if the handbrake is not applied.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: GEARBOX MAY FAIL TO HOLD IN PARK POSITION WHEN VEHICLE IS STATIONARY Defect: The gearbox may not hold the vehicle in the park position when the vehicle is stationary (Position �P�). The vehicle may roll if the handbrake is not applied. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the gearbox parking pin.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: gearbox may fail to hold in park position when vehicle is stationary.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the gearbox parking pin.
Are You Affected?
ZOE built between 9 November 2016 and 26 April 2017 may be included. Renault estimates 360 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 0CL9 or the DVSA reference R/2018/070. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZOEOn affected vehicles the rear seat bench may not be locked into position securely. This could result in injury to the occupants in the event of hard breaking or a collision | Low | R/2023/028 | |
| ZOERisk of internal short curcuit to the battery | Urgent | R/2022/001 | |
| ZOEIncorrect throttle pedal fitted | Low | R/2018/025 | |
| ZOEGearbox may fail to hold in park position 'p' and vehicle could roll away | Urgent | R/2017/207 | |
| ZOEBrake efficiency may be reduced | Urgent | R/2016/035 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2018/094 on 3 Apr 2018, for dipped headlight may fail to light the road ahead to sufficient level. The one launched after it was R/2018/143 on 19 Jun 2018, for power steering warning lamp may not illuminate. You can also see every Renault recall, the Renault ZOE recall history and all recalls launched in 2018.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/070, launched 4 June 2018. 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.