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🧸 Product FR DE HU March 13, 2026

Renault — CLIO V

Passenger car.

📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Renault — CLIO V
📷 Safety Gate / European Commission · Source
Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles
Hazard
The tightening of the ball joint nuts of the front lower control arm may be insufficient due to a processing defect. The first signs thereof are an abnormal noise (clicking and/or knocking sounds) detected at low mileage. One of the connections between the wheel and the frame of the vehicle may be lost, which could cause the vehicle to veer off course, leading to accidents.
Origin
France

⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities

  • Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
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📈 Timeline
117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? This is a safety notice about some Renault Clio V cars. A small part in the front wheel may not be tight enough because of a making mistake.

What's happening? The loose part can make clicking noises. If it fails, the wheel could come loose. This could cause the car to lose control and crash.

Does this affect me? This affects some Clio V cars in France, Germany, and Hungary.

What should I do? If you own a Clio V, ask a Renault dealer to check the part right away. Do not wait.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The tightening of the ball joint nuts of the front lower control arm may be insufficient due to a processing defect. The first signs thereof are an abnormal noise (clicking and/or knocking sounds) detected at low mileage. One of the connections between the wheel and the frame of the vehicle may be lost, which could cause the vehicle to veer off course, leading to accidents. · Origin: France

First published
March 13, 2026
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098161

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What is this product recall alert about?
Renault — CLIO V. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The tightening of the ball joint nuts of the front lower control arm may be insufficient due to a processing defect. The first signs thereof are an abnormal noise (clicking and/or knocking sounds) dete...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on March 13, 2026 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: France, Germany, and Hungary.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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