Recalls: Renault J84 Scenic
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Renault J84 Scenic
- In April 2006, a recall was issued for Renault J84 Scenic vehicles due to excessive play on the rear LH and RH seatbelt stalk fasteners. While this did not have any effect on the efficiency of the seatbelt, it could eventually cause the fastener to loosen (PRA 2006/8421). Vehicles affected by the recall were in the following VIN ranges:
- VF1JM050A40623186 to VF1JM050A50630867;
- VF1JM050A0631103 to VF1JM050A50635325;
- VF1JM050640623196 to VF1JM050650630855;
- VF1JM050650631101 to VF1JM050650633835; and,
- VF1JM050650634620 to VF1JM050650634656.
- In November 2009, a recall was issued for Renault J84 Scenic vehicles due to potentially variable levels of power steering assistance (PRA 2009/11194). The recall included vehicles in the following VIN ranges:
- VF1JM1NEA60640112 to VF1JM1NE660640011; and,
- VF1JM1NOA60636319 to VF1JM1NO670643428.
Problems and faults: Renault J84 Scenic
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Renault J84 Scenic
- If the Renault J84 Scenic’s engine misfires, does not run on all cylinders or runs rough, the ignition coils may need to be replaced.
- For Renault J84 Scenic models with automatic transmissions, a banging noise followed by the ‘gearbox fault’ message appearing on the dashboard may be due to a pressure regulation sensor or the EVM solenoid valve failing.
- A plastic part within the front window regulators was susceptible to failure, causing the windows to drop into the doors.
- Instrument clusters were susceptible to failure from around four years of age.
- Uneven rear tyre is partially due to the negative camber of the rear suspension. However, premature tyre wear has also been attributed to 17-inch Continental tyres, with other brands of tyre recommended in their place.
