KNOWN FAULT · Renault

Wireless phone charger that heats up and does not charge (Rafale)

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Engine / equipment: Renault Rafale E-Tech full hybrid 200 and E-Tech 4x4 300 plug-in
Period mentioned: 2024–2026
Symptoms: The induction charger in the console makes the phone very hot and does not charge it, or charges on and off; the orange light stays off or blinks.
Possible cause described: In Renault’s official E-Tech community, owners of 200 and 300 hp Rafale cars describe it with several Samsung and iPhone handsets. One had the charger replaced under warranty and another was told by a dealer that it is a known, unresolved fault; according to one owner, a new charger (part number 283421188R) has been fitted since March 2026 and works well.
Check for the garage: Test the charger with your phone and without a case; if it heats without charging, ask for the new part under warranty.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Test the charger with your phone and without a case; if it heats without charging, ask for the new part under warranty.

What are the symptoms?

The induction charger in the console makes the phone very hot and does not charge it, or charges on and off; the orange light stays off or blinks.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: Renault
Engine / equipment: Renault Rafale E-Tech full hybrid 200 and E-Tech 4x4 300 plug-in
Period mentioned: 2024–2026

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