KNOWN FAULTS · Renault

Known faults for the Renault Rafale.

2024–2026 · Hybrid / Plug-in hybrid

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

2 known faults with sources

Engines: E-Tech Hybrid 200 (Hybrid)

Applies if: Same E-Tech full hybrid 200 system; campaign 0E8K was documented on the Austral: confirm by VIN.

Gear-selector actuator on the E-Tech 200 hybrid gearboxGearbox

Engine / equipment: E-Tech full hybrid 200 (1.2 turbo three-cylinder with clutchless dog gearbox): Renault Austral, Espace and Rafale
Period mentioned: 2022 onwards
Symptoms: Gearbox fault warning on the dashboard and limited performance; somewhat abrupt or slow shifts, typical of an unsynchronised gearbox.
Possible cause described: Renault recalled the Austral E-Tech full hybrid (campaign 0E8K, letter of January 2024) for a possible gearbox fault: it replaces the selector actuator free of charge. The dog gearbox has no synchronisers, which is why each shift takes about half a second.
Check for the garage: Check campaign 0E8K by VIN in the MyRenault app or at the dealer; if the warning appears, ask for the gearbox codes to be read.
Cost cited in the source: Free under the recall.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Engines: E-Tech Hybrid 200 (Hybrid) · E-Tech 4x4 Plug-in 300 (Plug-in hybrid)

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

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.