Renault Kangoo: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 14,078 Renault Kangoo cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1998 and 2025.
In a sample of 397 cars, 83.4% 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 (35% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 10 recalls for this model; 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
4.2% 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 | 35% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 34.5% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 24.7% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 14.1% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 13.4% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 12.6% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 9.8% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 8.1% |
| Tyre damaged | 7.8% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 5.5% |
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 | 23.7% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 9.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 4.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 14,078 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 4.2% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1998 to 2025 |
All Renault Kangoo passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-12 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | serious | 6,328 |
| 2023-10-19 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 0 |
| 2020-02-05 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 171 |
| 2019-09-10 | other | – | 363 |
| 2019-02-19 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 1 |
| 2017-04-03 | electrical system | serious | 71 |
| 2015-10-20 | seats | serious | 9 |
| 2014-12-11 | brakes | serious | 12 |
| 2014-11-27 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 526 |
| 2014-09-02 | brakes | serious | 1,243 |
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 Kangoo fail the APK?
In a sample of 397 cars first registered 2012–2021, 83.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Renault Kangoo?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (35%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (34.5%), brake light not working (properly) (24.7%).
Does the Renault Kangoo have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 10 recalls. 0.1% 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.