How reliable is the Renault Wind?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Renault Wind passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Average reliability
Based on 3,437 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 65.9%.
Renault Wind reliability by year
How the Renault Wind performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 67.8% | – |
| 2011 | 65.9% | – |
| 2012 | 65% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Renault Wind as a model. The reliability of any individual Renault Wind also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Renault Wind reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Renault Wind passes first-time inspections somewhat below the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 66%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Renault Wind?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (7.1% of inspections); A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4% of inspections); A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (1.8% of inspections); Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (1.7% of inspections); Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.6% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Renault Wind?
For a typical Renault Wind, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Renault Wind before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.