1. Electric window winder (driver's side) malfunction after 13 months.
2. Gearbox transmission malfunction after 14 months (8000 km)
3. Electrical malfunction after 15 months (battery short-circuited)
4. Leaking engine compression after 22 months (16,000 km)
5. Windshield shattered when hit by small stone whilst driving (18,000 km)
6. Handbrake plastic handle broken and handbrake cannot be engaged. To change the plastic cover I have to replace the whole handbrake mechanism (2 years, 19,000 km).
7. Air-conditioner water drained into both floor storage compartments (2 years, 19,000 km)
1. In just one year of Renault ownership I have experienced more problems than I have had in over 40 years of owning other cars (6 different models of Volkswagen,Toyota, Alfa Romeo and Fiat)
I own a Megane 1.4 16v Authentique. It appears to have had 5 owners prior to me, and FORTY SEVEN warranty claims since Jan 2003, and yes it is still faulty.
1. Handbrake plastic handle broken and handbrake cannot be engaged - I have the exact same problem, was quoted £250 to get the problem fixed!!!
HANDBRAKE FAULT - I have had the same problem, quoted £250+ fitting for new handbrake from main dealer. Tried a few times on ebay with no luck - usually went for around £100-150 for used.
Just managed to get hold of a used one from a used Renault Spares specialist for just £60! Brilliant service, also got a new elec mirror switch within the price. Just filled out online form, they text me within a few hours and delivered next day.
Had the same problem, took the handbrake lever head apart, I was able to superglue the broken part back into place.
Megane 05 ---- handbrake button!!!
Seems the spring has gone on the button part of handbrake. If I take off the cover & manually push the plastic part in/out, I can't get the handbrake on/off. Renault dealer prices are £250, any info about how I can fix this cheaper?
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