Renault Captur Recall R/2018/324: Incorrect Welding Of The Catalytic Convertor, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 4 Dec 2018
- Launched
- 10
- vehicles in the UK
- 0CW2
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Captur vehicles built between 20 February 2018 and 14 April 2018. Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor. The dealer will check the welding of the catalytic converter and replace it if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INCORRECT WELDING OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTOR Defect: Incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor. Remedy: Check the welding of the catalytic converter and replace it if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor.
The Fix
The dealer will check the welding of the catalytic converter and replace it if necessary.
Are You Affected?
Captur built between 20 February 2018 and 14 April 2018 may be included. Renault estimates 10 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?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
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 0CW2 or the DVSA reference R/2018/324. 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
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|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Captur, Clio IVDipped headlight may fail to light the road ahead to sufficient level | Book soon | R/2018/094 | |
| CapturFront wheel hubs may crack | Book soon | R/2018/077 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2018/145 on 19 Jun 2018, for lED light fitment may affect other lamps. The one launched after it was R/2018/325 on 4 Dec 2018, for incorrect welding of the catalytic convertor. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2018.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/324, launched 4 December 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.