Recalls: Renault X87 Captur
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 X87 Captur
In April 2015, a recall was issued for Renault Captur vehicles that had VINs in the range VF12R401EE0708109 to VF12R5A1HE0708927, though not all vehicles in this range were affected. For the recalled vehicles, the front under-guard liners may have been fitted incorrectly – this could interfere with the front flexible brakes and result in reduced braking capacity, thereby increasing the risk of a collision. The ‘brake fluid low level’ warning light may also illuminate (PRA 2015/14662).
Problems and faults: Renault X87 Captur
Overview
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2014-15 Renault X87 Captur TCe120: excessive oil consumption
For the Renault X87 Captur 1.2 TCe, engines produced prior to 25 July 2015 were susceptible to excessive oil consumption and the following symptoms:
- Illumination of the check engine light;
- Abnormal engine noises; and,
- Black exhaust smoke.
These symptoms were attributed to insufficient pressure in the intake manifold which, in combination with high vacuum in the cylinder, caused a lack of sealing at the second piston ring. As a result, engine oil was sucked into the combustion chamber and burned.
Both Renault’s 1.2 TCe and Nissan’s 1.2 DIG-T engines were affected by this problem and Nissan/Renault addressed this problem with the following measures:
- Initially, the engine control unit (ECU) was re-programmed with updated software to increase pressure in the intake manifold during low engine loads; and,
- If oil consumption was still sufficiently high that it was at its minimum level after 1600 km, then the piston rings were to be replaced. If the engine was noisy, then the chain tensioner, short block assembly or engine itself may need to be replaced depending on the diagnosis.
