Renault Trafic reliability

Possible Fuel leak from tank

Fix: Check the date of manufacture of the fuel tank and change it if necessary

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 3 vehicles

Rear bench seatbelt buckle bolts may not be correctly tightened.

Fix: Check the buckle bolts are at the correct torque.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 7 vehicles

Possible failure of the parking brake due to a non-conformity (crimping) at cable connection ends.

Fix: Replace the secondary cables and connectors.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 2,475 vehicles

Rear seatbelt may become stuck due to incorrect fitting of the reel housing.

Fix: Check the fitting of the seat belt inertia reel housings and adjust as required.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 5 vehicles

Lighting fault after LED fitment

Fix: Re-programme and re-configure the Energy Manangement Module

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 152 vehicles

It has been identified that the incorrect tyre pressure label has been fitted. In addition if orderer the spare wheel may also be incorrect. It is therefore possible that the stability of the vehicle could be affected.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to replace both the tyre pressure label and the spare wheel with new quality assured items.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 32 vehicles

The rear axle bolts may not have been correctly tightened which may generate a noise from inside the wheel arch or cause friction on the Tyre. If the concern is not addressed it is possible for the axle to become uncoupled from the body of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to ensure the bolts are at the correct torque. Where axle bolts are found to be missing the axle must be replaced.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 18,486 vehicles

The customer may experience vibrations or noise from the steering wheel due to cracks starting in the steering wheel hub. If not rectified in the worst case over time the steering wheel could break and affect the directional control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check of the manufacturing date of the steering wheel hub. The steering wheel hub will be replaced it if the date is inside the identified period.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 847 vehicles

It has been identified that during production the EGR pipe has been manufactured from incorrect thickness material. Due to the affect of stresses i.e. heat vibration etc on the pipe it can lead to cracking. If there is significant crack there is a possibility exhaust gases could leak. This could cause surrounding parts to deteriorate. If this happens the vehicle will emit black smoke from the exhaust there will be a loss of power and a warning light will illuminate on the instrument panel.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace to the EGR pipe.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 4,310 vehicles

There is a risk the passenger airbag mounting bolts are incorrectly installed which can lead to the airbag not correctly deploying. If a heavy front end collision occurs the passenger could sustain additional injury.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check for the presence of the bolts and if missing fit new one(s).

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 348 vehicles

On a small number of vehicles one or more of the bonnet lock bolts may not be correctly tightened. In exceptional cases this may cause the bonnet to open whilst driving.

Fix: On affected vehicles check and where necessary tighten bonnet lock bolts.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 12,832 vehicles

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: TRAFIC · 527 vehicles

The parking brake cable may not have been assembled correctly which can result in either the inability to apply the parking brake or the inability to release the parking brake.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the parking brake cable.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 418 vehicles

The integrity of the front seat bench frame for the passengers may be compromised because of non-compliance during the manufacturing processes. Customer may hear noises coming from underneath the bench. They may also notice some cracking on the seat frame angles. If the seat fails during a collision the passengers have an elevated risk of injury.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the seat frame. Replace the seat where necessary.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 1,425 vehicles

It is possible for the servo mounting bolts to loosen. If the noises are ignored over time it is possible for the brakes to be compromised.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pedal/servo mounting nuts.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 622 vehicles

The front axle wishbone mounting nuts may not have been tightened to the correct specification. The driver may experience noise from the front axle or find the steering becomes vague.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the torque tightening of the axle wishbone nuts or replace if required.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 936 vehicles

There is a possibility that the rear lights may cease to function due to the wiring insulation being abraded on a roof lining angle bracket. If the rear lights cease to function there is an increased risk of collision as other road users are not warned of vehicle; position directional intent or braking intent. Warnings for the driver can be gained from acrid smell indicator tell-tale flashing faster than normal and other electrical items in the rear not working.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the wiring. In all cases protection for the wiring will be fitted.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 648 vehicles

Risk that the primary handbrake cable end - piece crimping may not conform so the handbrake cable may become detached.

Fix: Check crimping at cable end. Replace cable if not within tolerance.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 1,180 vehicles

The suspension turret panel may fail due to inadequate welding being applied at the factory.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply further weld to the nearside inner wing suspension turret.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 22 vehicles

Tyres of an incorrect size have been fitted which could result in tyre failure.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles to replace the five tyres the spare wheel carrier mountings and reconfigure the ABS computer.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 48 vehicles

The rear outboard seat belt stalks may become less effective as it is possible for the mounting bolt to unscrew.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to apply thread locking compound to the appropriate seat belt stalk fixings.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 1,429 vehicles

It has been identified that the possibility exists that the handbrake cable intermediate connector may break. Should this occur the handbrake function would be lost.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the handbrake intermediate connector replaced.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 26,355 vehicles

It has been identified that there has been a left to right inversion of the side impact sensor wiring which in certain cases may result in inadequate deployment of the airbags in the event of a side impact.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the airbag ECU replaced.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 84 vehicles

It has been identified that the dashboard wiring hs been mounted incorrectly. This may result in the vehicle failing to start the reversing lights failing to operate the risk of a short circuit of the FRH headlights damage to the wiring and high temperatures.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the dashboard wiring refitted and replaced as necessary.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 2 vehicles

It has been identified that the front passenger seatbelt pretensioner has not been configured correctly. In the event of an impact the pretensioner will not trigger. The front seat passenger will however still be retained by the seatbelt but without the pretensioner function.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the front passenger seatbelt configured.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 6 vehicles

It has been identified that a potential loss of engine cooling fan function (cooling fan number 2) will cause the engine to seize without warning due to overheating. The STOP warning light may or may not illuminate.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have front-end wiring replaced.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 12 vehicles

Risk of loss of service brake due to securing clips missing from the brake pedal to servo cross shaft linkage.

Fix: Examine brake pedal cross shaft installation and replace any missing clips.

Recalled models: TRAFIC · 816 vehicles