Renault Captur: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 116,097 Renault Captur cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2013 and 2026.
In a sample of 399 cars, 54.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (14% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 12 recalls for this model; 0% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 14% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 12.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 10.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 8.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8% |
| Tyre damaged | 7.3% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 5.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 4.8% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 3.3% |
| Brake imbalance on one axle too large | 2.3% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 10.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 116,097 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2013 to 2026 |
All Renault Captur passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-11 | other | serious | 12,013 |
| 2020-05-27 | bodywork | serious | 4 |
| 2020-04-02 | electrical system | – | 0 |
| 2020-02-13 | steering | – | 14 |
| 2020-01-22 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 5 |
| 2019-02-19 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 1 |
| 2018-04-19 | lights | – | 33 |
| 2018-03-23 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 63 |
| 2016-09-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 53 |
| 2015-11-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 5,201 |
| 2015-07-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,846 |
| 2015-03-25 | brakes | serious | 12,418 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Renault Captur fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 54.1% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Renault Captur?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (14%), indicator colour deviates or not permitted (12.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (10.5%).
Does the Renault Captur have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 12 recalls. 0% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.