Renault Kadjar: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 17,269 Renault Kadjar cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2015 and 2023.
In a sample of 399 cars, 49.9% 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 (13.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 7 recalls for this model; 0% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.5% 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 | 13.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 10% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 9.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 8.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.8% |
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 7.5% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.3% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 3.3% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 3.3% |
| Brake lining carrier/fixing touches drum or disc | 1.5% |
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 | 9.5% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 17,269 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.5% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2015 to 2023 |
All Renault Kadjar passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-12-08 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 0 |
| 2019-04-23 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1 |
| 2019-04-04 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 47 |
| 2017-06-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 966 |
| 2016-09-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 53 |
| 2016-07-01 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 2 |
| 2015-12-09 | brakes | serious | 138 |
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 Kadjar fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 49.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Renault Kadjar?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (13.5%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (10%), tyre tread depth insufficient (9.3%).
Does the Renault Kadjar have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 7 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.