Renault Kangoo Recall R/2019/274: The Stop & Start Function Does Not Perform Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 3 Sep 2019
- Launched
- 570
- vehicles in the UK
- 0D3M
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Renault recalled Kangoo vehicles built between 5 December 2018 and 19 February 2019. The STOP&START function does not perform correctly. The recall notice describes the fix as: an update to the Power and Switching Unit software is required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The STOP&START function does not perform correctly.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE STOP & START FUNCTION DOES NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY Defect: The STOP&START function does not perform correctly. Remedy: An update to the Power and Switching Unit software is required
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the stop & start function does not perform correctly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: an update to the Power and Switching Unit software is required. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Kangoo built between 5 December 2018 and 19 February 2019 may be included. Renault estimates 570 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 0D3M or the DVSA reference R/2019/274. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KangooRear door top door strikers | Book soon | R/2025/254 | |
| KangooRear door hinges | Book soon | R/2025/032 | |
| KangooInadequate tightening of the rear hub nuts and potentially the caliper fixing screws on the left and right side | Low | R/2020/014 | |
| KangooIncorrect welding of the catalytic convertor | Low | R/2018/325 | |
| KangooSteering column housing may crack | Urgent | R/2017/110 |
This is one of 196 Renault recalls in DVSA’s data. The Renault recall launched before it was R/2019/252 on 23 Jul 2019, for oil pressure control solenoid valve and sleeve may malfunction. The one launched after it was R/2019/291 on 3 Sep 2019, for possible insufficient clamping of the right rear. You can also see every Renault recall and all recalls launched in 2019.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/274, launched 3 September 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.