Renault Megane IV Recall R/2019/074: Electronic Board Capacitors May Crack Under Mechanical Stress, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 19 Mar 2019
- Launched
- 163
- vehicles in the UK
- 0D1C
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Megane IV vehicles built between 13 September 2018 and 15 November 2018. Capacitors for the engine cooling fan assembly do not comply with specification. The dealer will replace the engine cooling fan assembly on affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Capacitors for the engine cooling fan assembly do not comply with specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ELECTRONIC BOARD CAPACITORS MAY CRACK UNDER MECHANICAL STRESS Defect: Capacitors for the engine cooling fan assembly do not comply with specification. Remedy: Replacement of the engine cooling fan assembly on affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: electronic board capacitors may crack under mechanical stress.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the engine cooling fan assembly on affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
Megane IV built between 13 September 2018 and 15 November 2018 may be included. Renault estimates 163 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 0D1C or the DVSA reference R/2019/074. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megane IVError in handbook for operation of window lock | Book soon | R/2026/103 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2019/017 on 29 Jan 2019, for seatbelt may become stuck due to incorrect fitting of the reel housing. The one launched after it was R/2019/183 on 11 Jun 2019, for potential incorrect tightening of front luggage compartment (bonnet) bolts. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2019.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/074, launched 19 March 2019. 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.