What are the most common Renault Captur problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 190+ owner reports, the 2013-2026 Renault Captur has 9 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: EDC 6DCT250 Wet Dual-Clutch Shudder and Jerky Engagement, E-Tech Hybrid Gearbox Input-Shaft O-Ring Oil Leak (155,825-Vehicle Recall), 0.9/1.2 TCe Timing Chain Premature Stretch and Tensioner/Guide Failure. Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Renault Captur reliable?
The 2013-2026 Renault Captur has 9 known issues documented across 190+ owner reports. 5 issues are rated critical: EDC 6DCT250 Wet Dual-Clutch Shudder and Jerky Engagement and E-Tech Hybrid Gearbox Input-Shaft O-Ring Oil Leak (155,825-Vehicle Recall) and 0.9/1.2 TCe Timing Chain Premature Stretch and Tensioner/Guide Failure and Electronic Parking Brake Fails to Auto-Engage — Actuator Sensor Recall (RAPEX 37/2025) and 1.2 TCe (H5Ft) Excessive Oil Consumption — "Motorgate" Piston Ring Defect. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Renault Captur problems?
Repair costs for known Renault Captur issues range from $0 to $8,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, EDC 6DCT250 Wet Dual-Clutch Shudder and Jerky Engagement, typically costs $200-$2,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What year Renault Captur is the most reliable?
Reliability varies across model years of the Renault Captur. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2013-2026 Renault Captur with 9 documented issues documented across 190+ owner reports.
What is the 2013-2026 Renault Captur EDC 6DCT250 Wet Dual-Clutch Shudder and Jerky Engagement?
Captur's EDC (Getrag 6DCT250/DC4) is a wet dual-clutch transmission that develops shudder, hesitation, and jerky engagement after ~50-80k km. Common root causes: degraded clutch oil, worn clutch packs, and TCU software needing reflash. Renault released several software updates an… Repairs typically run $200-$2,000. Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2022 Renault Captur E-Tech Hybrid Gearbox Input-Shaft O-Ring Oil Leak (155,825-Vehicle Recall)?
On Captur II E-Tech hybrid and plug-in hybrid models, a faulty O-ring seal on the hollow primary shaft of the electric motor inside the DB1 multimode gearbox allows gearbox oil to leak internally. Leaking oil first damages the temperature sensor and, in severe cases, contaminates… Repairs typically run $300-$8,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2013-2019 Renault Captur 0.9/1.2 TCe Timing Chain Premature Stretch and Tensioner/Guide Failure?
Both the 0.9 TCe 90 (H4Bt) and 1.2 TCe 120 (H5Ft) petrol engines use a nominally 'lifetime' timing chain that in practice can stretch prematurely from around 80,000-100,000 km, with weak tensioners and plastic guides that crack or snap. A contributing root cause is the small oil… Repairs typically run $900-$1,900. Severity: high.
What is the 2024-2025 Renault Captur Electronic Parking Brake Fails to Auto-Engage — Actuator Sensor Recall (RAPEX 37/2025)?
Captur II vehicles built between 10 April 2024 and 16 January 2025 are covered by an EU safety recall (RAPEX alert 37/2025, ref. SR/03262/25) for an incorrectly angled position sensor inside the electronic parking brake actuator. The misaligned sensor can place the stopping pin i… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
What is the 2013-2016 Renault Captur 1.2 TCe (H5Ft) Excessive Oil Consumption — "Motorgate" Piston Ring Defect?
Captur I models with the 1.2 TCe 120 (H5Ft) engine built between 2012 and mid-2016 suffer a manufacturing defect: tolerances between the pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls are too wide, letting engine oil pass into the combustion chamber and burn. Affected cars can consume… Repairs typically run $2,500-$8,500. Severity: high.
What is the 2013-2026 Renault Captur TCe Turbocharger Issues?
The small-displacement TCe turbo engines in the Captur suffer from turbo wastegate rattle and oil seal leaks. The wastegate actuator arm develops play, causing a rattling noise at idle and under light load. Repairs typically run $200-$1,200. Severity: medium.
What is the 2013-2019 Renault Captur Cabin Water Ingress Through Door Seals and Blocked Sill Drains?
First-generation Capturs commonly let rainwater into the cabin, most often soaking the rear footwells. The root causes documented across owner forums are thin rear door seals that detach or fail, a poorly designed seal between the bulkhead and the sills, and sill drain (weep) hol… Repairs typically run $100-$600. Severity: medium.
What is the 2013-2021 Renault Captur 1.5 dCi DPF/EGR Clogging and AdBlue SCR Faults on Short-Trip Cars?
The 1.5 dCi (K9K) diesel Captur is prone to diesel particulate filter clogging when used mainly for short urban journeys that never let the filter complete an active regeneration; the EGR valve typically sools up at the same time, compounding the airflow restriction. After repeat… Repairs typically run $150-$2,200. Severity: medium.
What is the 2019-2026 Renault Captur Infotainment System Glitches?
The second-generation Captur MediaNav and Easy Link infotainment systems suffer from touchscreen freezes, Bluetooth disconnections, and delayed response to inputs. Over-the-air updates sometimes introduce new bugs. Repairs typically run $0-$600. Severity: low.
