Vehicle recall R/2016/243

Renault Trafic recall: EGR pipe may crack and allow exhaust gases to leak

DVSA recall R/2016/243 names the Renault Trafic. It was launched 3 November 2016. It covers vehicles built 9 December 2013 to 30 September 2015.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2016/243
Launched: 3 November 2016
Issued by: RENAULT
Manufacturer reference: 0CAZ
Vehicles: 4,310 across the lines below

What can go wrong

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.

The fix

Recall all affected vehicles and replace to the EGR pipe.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Renault Trafic	9 December 2013 to 30 September 2015	4,310

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Other recalls for these models

R/2016/203 Steering may be adversely affected 8 November 2016, Renault Trafic
R/2016/279 Rear axle may detach 13 December 2016, Renault Trafic
R/2017/013 Incorrect tyre pressure label and spare wheel fitted 27 January 2017, Renault Trafic
R/2016/103 Airbag may not deploy correctly 17 May 2016, Renault Trafic
R/2016/017 Bonnet may open without warning 1 March 2016, Renault Trafic
R/2016/001 Engine power and/or braking efficiency may be affected 8 January 2016, Renault Megane, Renault Scenic, Renault Trafic and others

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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