Renault Master Recall R/2018/143: Power Steering Warning Lamp May Not Illuminate, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 Jun 2018
- Launched
- 379
- vehicles in the UK
- 0CR5
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Master vehicles built between 1 March 2017 and 1 November 2017. No warning light on the dashboard should the power steering fail. The recall notice describes the fix as: re-programme dashboard computer. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
No warning light on the dashboard should the power steering fail.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POWER STEERING WARNING LAMP MAY NOT ILLUMINATE Defect: No warning light on the dashboard should the power steering fail Remedy: Re-programme dashboard computer
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: power steering warning lamp may not illuminate.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: re-programme dashboard computer. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Master built between 1 March 2017 and 1 November 2017 may be included. Renault estimates 379 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 0CR5 or the DVSA reference R/2018/143. 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 | |
| MasterSteering column joint may not be secure | Stop driving | R/2018/079 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2018/070 on 4 Jun 2018, for gearbox may fail to hold in park position when vehicle is stationary. The one launched after it was R/2018/145 on 19 Jun 2018, for lED light fitment may affect other lamps. You can also see every Renault recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/143, launched 19 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.