REC-001186

active

2018–2019 Renault ALPINE

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: RVDA Pty Ltd

Recall date: 31 October 2019

Defect

The exhaust valve wiring may not be adequately mounted under the vehicle, and may come into contact with the exhaust. The wiring may melt the duct and then melt the wiring, which may short-circuit the exhaust flap wiring.

Hazard

If the defect occurs, the vehicle may switch into limp home mode, be unable to start or cease operating while driving, increasing the risk of an accident or injury to vehicle occupants and other road users.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be notified to contact a Renault dealer to arrange for inspection and repairs to the wiring with the preventative wiring repair kit. To find a local dealer, visit https://www.alpinecars.com.au/dealers

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — RVDA Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001186