Renault Clio: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 168,073 Renault Clio cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1991 and 2026.
In a sample of 397 cars, 73% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (17.4% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 17 recalls for this model; 0.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.2% 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 tread depth insufficient | 17.4% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 16.9% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 15.9% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 13.9% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.1% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 8.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 8.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.8% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 7.3% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 6% |
Share of 397 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 | 16.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 5.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 2.3% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 168,073 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.2% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1991 to 2026 |
All Renault Clio passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-23 | seats | serious | 11 |
| 2023-05-11 | other | serious | 12,013 |
| 2020-04-02 | electrical system | – | 0 |
| 2020-02-13 | steering | – | 14 |
| 2020-02-12 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 1 |
| 2019-04-15 | electrical system | serious | 29 |
| 2019-02-19 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 1 |
| 2018-04-19 | lights | – | 33 |
| 2018-03-23 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 63 |
| 2018-01-31 | seats | – | 27,676 |
| 2017-01-13 | brakes | serious | 365 |
| 2016-12-19 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 227 |
| 2016-02-10 | other | serious | 319 |
| 2015-11-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 5,201 |
| 2015-07-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,846 |
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 Clio fail the APK?
In a sample of 397 cars first registered 2012–2021, 73% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Renault Clio?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (17.4%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (16.9%), drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing (15.9%).
Does the Renault Clio have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 17 recalls. 0.6% 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.