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Automotive · Japan · 2026-05-28

Origin: フランス共和国

Renault Arkana engine coolant impurities due to inappropriate purification instructions

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-05-28
Country of origin	フランス共和国
Manufacturer	Renault Japon Co., Ltd.
Models affected	Arkana
Units affected	1972
Defect	In the engine coolant, due to inappropriate work instructions during coolant purification, impurities may form in the coolant passages and cause blockages inside the heater core used for cabin heating. As a result, if use is continued, the heated coolant may have difficulty flowing, and in the worst case, heating and defroster functions may deteriorate.
Component	Heating system (Heater core)
Remedy	For all vehicles, replace the coolant with new, proper coolant. Additionally, inspect the heating function, and if the air temperature from the vents does not get sufficiently warm, clean or replace the heater core.
Recall number	外-4192
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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