What is the Front suspension knocking problem on a 2019 Renault Captur (Gen 1)?

Common Problems with the
2019 Renault Captur (Gen 1)

We've identified 1 known issue that can affect the 2019 Renault Captur (Gen 1). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

Known Issues

Serious

Moderate

Minor

The 2019 period has an average number of reported issues compared to other Renault Captur (Gen 1) year periods.

All Known Issues

Front suspension knocking

MinorSuspension & Chassis

Drop links, top mounts and wishbone bushes wear quickly on rough roads, making the Captur feel noisier than it should.

Most affected: All Gen 1 Captur models

Estimated cost: £120–£300Affects: 2013–2019Often appears around: 40,000–100,000 miles

Typical symptoms

•Knock over potholes
•Twang from front suspension
•Uneven tyre wear

What to inspect before you buy

✓Test drive on rough roads
✓Inspect front tyres
✓Review MOT history for repeated front suspension notes

Buying Tips for the 2019 Renault Captur (Gen 1)

✓On EDC cars, drive in heavy traffic and on hills rather than relying on a quick test route
✓If it is a 1.2 TCe, ask directly about oil use and walk away from cars that regularly need top-ups
✓Check the infotainment and parking-camera functions because minor electrical faults are common
✓Listen for knocks from the front end because drop links and wishbone bushes wear on UK roads

2018 Renault Captur (Gen 1)