Renault Captur, Clio IV Recall R/2018/094: Dipped Headlight May Fail To Light The Road Ahead To Sufficient Level, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 3 Apr 2018
- Launched
- 19
- vehicles in the UK
- 0CT7
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Captur, Clio IV vehicles. Headlight (dipped beam) may not adjust correctly when switched on and therefore not light the road ahead sufficiently. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles make an adjustment of the headlight beam sensor. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Headlight (dipped beam) may not adjust correctly when switched on and therefore not light the road ahead sufficiently.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DIPPED HEADLIGHT MAY FAIL TO LIGHT THE ROAD AHEAD TO SUFFICIENT LEVEL Defect: Headlight (dipped beam) may not adjust correctly when switched on and therefore not light the road ahead sufficiently. Remedy: On affected vehicles make an adjustment of the headlight beam sensor.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: dipped headlight may fail to light the road ahead to sufficient level.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles make an adjustment of the headlight beam sensor.
Are You Affected?
Captur, Clio IV may be included. Renault estimates 19 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 0CT7 or the DVSA reference R/2018/094. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkana, Captur, Clio IVInjection computer software update | Low | R/2026/094 | |
| Austral, Captur, Megane, Rafale and 2 moreRisk of parking brake actuator failing | Urgent | R/2025/377 | |
| Captur I, Clio IVContact between the positive alternator wiring and the alternator casing could cause an electrical short circuit | Urgent | R/2020/015 | |
| CapturThe left hand side seatbelt buckle (reel) fixing bolt may not have been set to correct torque or may be or become missing | Urgent | R/2020/003 | |
| CapturIncorrect welding of the catalytic convertor | Low | R/2018/324 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2018/079 on 20 Mar 2018, for steering column joint may not be secure. The one launched after it was R/2018/070 on 4 Jun 2018, for gearbox may fail to hold in park position when vehicle is stationary. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2018.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/094, launched 3 April 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.