Clutch judder/vibration in first gear
Often reportedOwners report judder or shudder when pulling away in first gear, worsening as the car warms up. The clutch feels uneven, pedal behavior is inconsistent, and take-off becomes difficult.
Clutch
When buying a used 2015 Renault Captur 1.5 d, the most frequently mentioned issue is clutch judder/vibration in first gear. Additionally, exposed cables/electrical faults: power loss and failure to start are also commonly reported.
Engine varies by trim; verify the engine code on the listing.
Listed from most frequently reported, each with its source.
Owners report judder or shudder when pulling away in first gear, worsening as the car warms up. The clutch feels uneven, pedal behavior is inconsistent, and take-off becomes difficult.
Clutch
The Renault Captur 1.5 dCi has a known issue with exposed electrical wiring, which can cause fault codes (e.g., P0480, P0651), power loss, and in some cases failure to start.
Electrical
Multiple reports indicate DPF clogging and frequent regenerations, especially with city driving, leading to power loss, engine warning light, and sometimes failure to start.
Exhaust Emissions
The EGR valve in the 1.5 dCi can become clogged with soot and carbon deposits, causing symptoms such as dark or grey smoke, reduced performance, rough engine running, and fault codes related to exhaust gas control.
Exhaust Emissions
Same trim, different year
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