Safety Recall NHTSA · 83V091000 Reported September 12, 1983

Electrical system:wiring:harness:front:underhood

Renault, Incorporated · Electrical System · 19,537 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
83V091000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
19,537
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 12, 1983

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles, the wiring system in the engine compartment may have been improperly routed. If so, the wires may come in contact with some of the engine compartment components.

Corrective Action

Dealer will perform all needed re-routing, securing, replacing or repairing of the wiring system.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Renault, Incorporated dealer and reference recall ID 83V091000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 83V091000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 83V091000?

NHTSA recall 83V091000 was issued by Renault, Incorporated on September 12, 1983. It addresses: Electrical system:wiring:harness:front:underhood. The recall affects approximately 19,537 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Renault, Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83V091000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.