Renault 12 Recalls in Canada
The Renault 12 has 5 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by not entered issues with 5 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Renault dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
1977-10-26Not Entered: THE SECONDARY THROTTLE RETURN SPRING MAY NOT EXERT SUFFICIENT FORCE TO RETURN THE THROTTLE TO THE IDLE POSITION WITHIN THE LIMITS SPECIFIED BY C.M.V.S.S. 124 - ACCELERATOR CONTROL
1977-09-23Not Entered: IF THE ACCELERATOR LINKAGE PRIMARY RETURN SPRING SHOULD BECOME DISCONNECTED, THE SECONDARY THROTTLE RETURN SPRING WILL NOT EXERT SUFFICIENT FORCE TO COMPLETLY CLOSE THE THROTTLE WI
1977-05-25Not Entered: THE SECONDARY THROTTLE RETURN SPRING MAY NOT EXERT SUFFICIENT FORCE TO RETURN THE THROTTLE TO THE IDLE POSITION WITH THE TIME SPECIFIED BY C.M.V.S.S. 124.
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Renault 12 have in Canada?
5 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Renault 12 (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is not entered with 5 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Renault 12 has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Renault dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.