Model reliability

Renault Master reliability

The Renault Master fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 39.3% of 10,045 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.

Up to 5 years old

20.7% failed their MOT

Worse than most

From 1,665 MOT tests of Renault Masters this age.

Where it does worse than other cars this age

Fails 3× as oftenHeadlamp aim4.6% vs 1.7%Fix about £30

Fails 8× as oftenPosition lamps2.5% vs 0.3%Fix about £30

Fails 3× as oftenHeadlamps2.2% vs 0.7%Fix about £30

Fails 7× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)2.1% vs 0.3%Fix about £30

6 to 10 years old

25.3% failed their MOT

About average

From 3,552 MOT tests of Renault Masters this age.

Where it does worse than other cars this age

Fails 3× as oftenBrake performance5.4% vs 1.9%

Fails 48% more oftenHeadlamp aim3.7% vs 2.5%Fix about £30

Fails 2× as oftenPosition lamps3.2% vs 1.5%Fix about £30

Fails 35% more oftenHeadlamps2.3% vs 1.7%Fix about £30

Advised 4× as oftenRigid brake pipes5.8% vs 1.6%Fix about £120

Advised 2× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)4.6% vs 2.1%Fix about £30

Advised 2× as oftenBrake performance4.2% vs 2%

Advised 90% more oftenCondition of glass4% vs 2.1%

Over 10 years old

39.3% failed their MOT

About average

From 10,045 MOT tests of Renault Masters this age.

Where it does worse than other cars this age

Fails 2× as oftenBrake performance13.8% vs 5.8%

Fails 54% more oftenTransmission4% vs 2.6%

Fails 7× as oftenSteering gear3.7% vs 0.5%

Fails 42% more oftenWipers3.7% vs 2.6%

Advised 52% more oftenBrake performance7% vs 4.6%

Advised 69% more oftenTransmission4.9% vs 2.9%

Safety recalls

44 DVSA recalls for the Renault Master

Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.

R/2025/56131 Dec 2025Built 2022–2024No AdBlue consumption is shown in the cluster.

On affected vehicles due to a production nonconformity no AdBlue consumption is shown in the instrument cluster and therefore does not comply with the relevant regulations.

Fix: Activation of the Urea Dosing Module (UDM) check and if necessary replace the urea injector.

Recalled models: MASTER VAN III · 3,677 vehicles

R/2025/55830 Dec 2025Built 2024–2025C0515 – Accelerator pedal support replace

For certain vehicles there is a concern involving the accelerator pedal for where breakage cannot be ruled out.

Fix: Replacement of the accelerator pedal assembly.

Recalled models: MASTER · 256 vehicles

R/2025/5204 Dec 2025Built 2024–2025Accelerator Pedal Assembley

For certain vehicles the end-stop breaking force of the accelerator pedal is lower than the intended technical specification. This may lead to a rupture of the accelerator pedal assembly if the pedal is pressed vigorously.

Fix: Replacement of the accelerator pedal assembly.

Recalled models: MASTER · 4,850 vehicles

R/2025/32118 Aug 2025Built 2024–2025Steering box and the steering column intermediate shaft

For affected vehicles there is an issue involving the steering gear in the area of the torque sensor for where damage or cracking cannot be ruled out. The consequences are that loss of assistance or in some cases loss of control.

Fix: Replacement of the the steering box and the steering column intermediate shaft.

Recalled models: MASTER IV · 13 vehicles

R/2024/3392 Sept 2024Built 2014–2024Engine fuel pipe check/replace

On affected vehicles there is risk that a fuel hose may chafe against a wiring harness resulting in fuel leakage onto the engine which might cause smell of fuel inside the cabin excessive fuel consumption and a risk of a thermal event in the engine compartment.

Fix: Check fuel hose and replace if necessary and install a retainer.

Recalled models: MASTER · 148 vehicles

R/2024/29526 Jul 2024Built 2014–2024Possible abrasion wear of the fuel supply pipe

On affected vehicles there is a possibility of abrasive wear of the fuel supply line. This can cause one or several possible effects: Fuel odour in the passenger compartment High fuel consumption Fuel leak in the engine compartment visible under the vehicle Risk of fire.

Fix: Check the fuel pipe and replace if required. All affected vehicles will be fitted with a mounting clip to protect the fuel pipe.

Recalled models: MASTER · 2,796 vehicles

R/2024/2286 May 2024Built 2020–2023Reducer supportcheck/replace

On affected vehicles the electric motor support bracket screws could break allowing the electric motor to fall with risk of rupturing the power steering hydraulic hose resulting in a loss of steering power assistance.

Fix: Replacing fixing screws and support where necessary.

Recalled models: MASTER · 299 vehicles

R/2024/1485 Apr 2024Built 2020–2023Checking the secure mounting of the reducer gearbox.

On affected vehicles there is a potential risk the electrical powertrain may not be secured correctly.

Fix: Check and change the electric traction reducer mounting if necessary.

Recalled models: MASTER · 90 vehicles

R/2024/0462 Feb 2024Built 2022–2023Traction Battery – Check/replace C0346

Affected vehicles will not start and the traction battery cannot be recharged.

Fix: Check and change the traction battery if required.

Recalled models: MASTER · 52 vehicles

R/2024/00722 Jan 2024Built 2022–2023On affected vehicles there is a possible short circuit in the traction battery which may generate a fire hazard.

On affected vehicles there is a possible short circuit in the traction battery which may generate a fire hazard.�

Fix: Check the traction battery compliance and replace if necessary.�

Recalled models: MASTER E-TECH · 1 vehicles

R/2022/2291 Aug 2022Risk of fuel leakage at the fuel rail feed pipe

Risk of fuel leakage due to incorrect machining of the fuel injection bar.

Fix: Replace the fuel injection bar.

Recalled models: MASTER III · 3 vehicles

R/2021/27020 Jul 2021Built 2021Vehicles may be equiped and fitted with the incorrect rear right brake caliper

Vehicles may be equipped and fitted with the incorrect rear right brake caliper.

Fix: Visual inspection of the rear right brake Caliper to check the ��date of manufacture�� code. Replace the caliper if affected.

Recalled models: MASTER III · 167 vehicles

R/2021/23523 Jun 2021Built 2021Vehicle may be equipped and fitted with the incorrect rear right brake caliper

Vehicle may be equipped and fitted with the incorrect rear right brake Caliper.

Fix: Visual inspection of the rear right brake Caliper to check the ��date of manufacture�� code. Replace the caliper if affected.

Recalled models: MASTER VAN III · 176 vehicles

R/2021/2013 Jun 2021Built 2018–2019Fuel pipes chaffing might cause abnormal wear and consequently fuel leakages

Fuel pipes chaffing might cause abnormal wear and consequently fuel leakages

Fix: Visual inspection adding protection on the fuel pipe replace pipe if applicable.

Recalled models: MASTER VAN III · 2,324 vehicles

R/2021/11414 Apr 2021Built 2018–2019Contact of the fuel supply hose with the clynder head cover causing hose wear

Contact of the fuel supply hose with the cylinder head cover causing hose wear.

Fix: Carry out a visual inspection of the fuel supply hose and fit a protective sleeve. If necessary replace the fuel supply hose.

Recalled models: MASTER III · 5,839 vehicles

R/2020/3411 Dec 2020Built 2019Risk of a fault in the trailer coupling socket due to incorrect positioning of the ground wire potentially causing the lights on the trailer to not function

Risk of a fault in the trailer coupling socket due to incorrect positioning of the ground wire potentially causing the lights on the trailer to not function.

Fix: Cutting the existing ground wire and creating a mechanical splice for adding a ground wire using a specific realignment kit.

Recalled models: MASTER III · 5 vehicles

R/2020/28429 Sept 2020Built 2020Fuel leakage of the high pressure fuel pump system

Possible fuel leakage of the high pressure fuel pump system

Fix: Replace the high pressure pump and pipes

Recalled models: MASTER 3 PHASE 2 · 41 vehicles

R/2020/1195 May 2020Built 2019The fixed speed limiter is inoperative

Due to the incorrect calibration of the injection computer the fixed speed limiter is inoperative.

Fix: Re-program the injection computer.

Recalled models: MASTER · 134 vehicles

R/2019/3169 Sept 2019Built 2018Possible deviation in the torque value on the rear right suspension blade u bolt

Possible of deviation in the torque value on the U bolt for the rear right suspension blade

Fix: Check and adjust and if necessary replace the rear axle suspension U bolts.

Recalled models: MASTER · 5 vehicles

R/2019/2913 Sept 2019Built 2018Possible insufficient clamping of the right rear

Possible insufficient clamping of the Right Rear suspension.

Fix: Retighten or replacement the right rear suspension clamps

Recalled models: MASTER III · 14 vehicles

R/2018/14319 Jun 2018Built 2017Power steering warning lamp may not illuminate

No warning light on the dashboard should the power steering fail

Fix: Re-programme dashboard computer

Recalled models: MASTER · 379 vehicles

R/2018/07920 Mar 2018Built 2016–2017Steering column joint may not be secure

The Steering column may become detached from the rack due to incorrectly tightened bolt.

Fix: On affected vehicles check for presence of retaining nut. If present tighten nut to specified torque. If nut is absent replace bolt and screw and tighten to specified torque. THE MANUFACTURER HAS ADVISED NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE

Recalled models: MASTER · 124 vehicles

R/2017/31221 Nov 2017Diesel filter may detach from its holder

The strap of the diesel filter may brake causing the diesel filter to disconcert from its holder. Possibility of a noise in the engine compartment and in extreme cases fuel leakage.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the diesel filter strap. The filter strap will be replaced if necessary.

Recalled models: MASTER III · 440 vehicles

R/2017/01413 Feb 2017Built 2010–2015Side board may detach

It has been identified that the side board hinges may fail. This could result in the detachment of the side board whilst the vehicle is in motion.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to install safety reinforcement brackets to the side raves of the body.

Recalled models: MASTER · 324 vehicles

R/2016/10831 May 2016Built 2015Possible engine failure / risk of fire

On affected vehicles the turbocharger induction pipe may fail allowing oil to leak. Vehicle users may notice a drop in oil level which should also cause the oil warning lamp to illuminate. This may lead to engine failure and In extreme cases a risk of fire.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger oil induction pipe.

Recalled models: MASTER · 55 vehicles

R/2016/0018 Jan 2016Engine power and/or braking efficiency may be affected

On affected vehicles the drive to brake vacuum pump may fail. This may cause a loss of brake servo assistance and a hard brake pedal. It may also cause a reduction in engine power.

Fix: Check the manufacture date of the vacuum pump and where necessary replace the pump.

Recalled models: MASTER · 527 vehicles

R/2014/0428 Apr 2014Built 2010–2013Loss of drive

The prop shaft to axle flange bolts may not be tightened to the correct torque. The condition could develop noise and vibration and if not corrected loss of drive.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to either re torque the prop shaft to axle flange mounting bolts or where necessary replace the nuts and bolts and apply the correct torque.

Recalled models: MASTER · 1,145 vehicles

R/2014/0561 Apr 2014Loss of drive

The prop shaft to axle flange bolts may not be tightened to the correct torque. The condition could develop noise and vibration and if not corrected loss of drive.

Recalled models: MASTER · 103 vehicles

R/2011/10217 Aug 2011Built 2010Rear wheel bearing may shear

It is possible that the rear wheel bearing has been damaged whilst it was assembled onto the stub axle. This should be identified by excessive noise however in the worst case if not detected it could result in bearing failure and the detachment of the wheel and hub.

Fix: Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the wheel bearings with new items which will have protective sleeves to aid correct installation.

Recalled models: MASTER · 218 vehicles

R/2011/1221 Aug 2011Rear wheel could detach

It is possible that the rear wheel bearing was damaged whilst it was assembled onto the stub axle. This could result in bearing failure and the detachment of the wheel and hub.

Fix: Replace rear wheel bearing and hub carrier.

Recalled models: MASTER · 13 vehicles

R/2011/1211 Aug 2011Rear wheel could detach

It is possible that the rear wheel bearing was damaged whilst it was assembled onto the stub axle. This could result in bearing failure and the detachment of the wheel and hub.

Fix: Replace rear wheel bearing and hub carrier.

Recalled models: MASTER · 2 vehicles

R/2011/0745 Jul 2011Built 2010Spare wheel may become detached

The spare wheel carrier winch system may allow the spare wheel to be loosely installed after the customer has used the winch. In this condition the spare wheel might move during driving which may damage and eventually break the cable and guiding pin of the winch system. In this worst case the spare wheel would become detached from the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the complete spare wheel winch system.

Recalled models: MASTER · 1,318 vehicles

R/2011/1011 Jul 2011Spare wheel may become detached

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the complete spare wheel winch system.

Recalled models: MASTER · 107 vehicles

R/2010/1911 Nov 2010Rear axle may fail

Because of a manufacturing error the nearside rear stub axle could start to develop cracks at the inner radius which could eventually lead to failure of the stub axle and difficulty in maintaining directional control.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the rear axle.

Recalled models: MASTER · 14 vehicles

R/2010/1671 Nov 2010Built 2010Rear axle may fail

There is a risk that the nearside rear axle spindle may crack which in the most serious cases will lead to the spindle breaking which dependent on loading could make directional control difficult to maintain.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to change the rear axle.

Recalled models: MASTER · 228 vehicles

R/2010/16828 Oct 2010Built 2010Front seat may fail

It has been found that some of the front seat mounting brackets have not been correctly fitted to the seats. The front seat mountings could fail if the fitting brackets have been incorrectly fitted. Vehicle control could be affected.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit new seat assemblies.

Recalled models: MASTER · 965 vehicles

R/2010/13930 Sept 2010Seat belt may not perform correctly

The seat belt positioning may be incorrect due to the front seat brackets not being to specification. This could affect the seat security and seat belt performance if an accident occurs.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit new seat assemblies.

Recalled models: MASTER · 67 vehicles

R/2009/1372 Dec 2009Built 2008–2009Drivers seat may detach

Due to the non-conformity of some welds under situations of extreme braking the driver's seat may detach from the floor fixing.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject welds and fixing lugs re-welded.

Recalled models: MASTER · 4,591 vehicles

R/2006/12330 Aug 2006Built 2005–2006Handbrake may fail

It is possible that the rear caliper handbrake lever to crack and weaken. In the worst case there is a possibility that the parking brake cables will release.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the caliper handbrake lever for evidence of a crack. Where a crack exists on the lever the caliper will be replaced.

Recalled models: MASTER · 1,023 vehicles

R/2006/08312 Apr 2006Built 2005–2006Parking brake may fail

The parking brake control levers on the rear calipers may not be to specification

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the parking brake control levers on the rear calipers. Where the levers are not to specification replace the calipers.

Recalled models: MASTER · 105 vehicles

R/2004/17818 Oct 2004Built 2003–2004Possibility that the steering wheel may become loose on the column splines

It is possible that the steering wheel may become loose on the steering column mounting splines which could eventually damage the splines.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles replace the steering wheel and mounting bolt with quality assured items.

Recalled models: MASTER · 964 vehicles

R/2004/15130 Sept 2004Built 2003–2004Steering wheel mounting may not conform

It has been established that in certain cases the tightness of the steering wheel mounting may not be to specification.

Fix: Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time as a preventative measure the steering wheel will be replaced and it's mounting strengthened.

Recalled models: MASTER · 3,513 vehicles

R/2002/08322 Jul 2002Built 2000–2001Risk of stalling

The engine may stall at idle and/or when lifting off the throttle following a period of hard acceleration.

Fix: Check the serial number on the fuel pressure regulator and replace it if it is within the affected range.

Recalled models: MASTER · 1,861 vehicles

R/1997/01013 Jun 1997Built 1989–1995Possible loss of directional control

Wear in the area of the support bearings may lead to failure of the primary steering shaft and cause loss of directional control.

Fix: The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the original shaft replaced with a complete assembly.

Recalled models: MASTER · 12,500 vehicles

Show all 44 recalls

DVSA vehicle safety recalls (Crown copyright, Open Government Licence).

Checking a Renault Master before you buy

Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2023 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Failure rates compare this model with all cars in the same age band. Fix prices are typical independent-garage estimates.

Renault Master reliability

44 DVSA recalls for the Renault Master

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