VehicleVerdict

Renault Encore years to avoid

Across 1983–1987, no single Encore year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1985 drew the most complaints; 1987 the fewest.

5

Total complaints

4

Recall campaigns

1983–1987

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Renault Encore NHTSA complaints by model year2 complaints1983: 0 complaints1984: 2 complaints1985: 2 complaints1986: 1 complaints1987: 0 complaints
Renault Encore NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Encore year

YearComplaintsRecalls
198702
198612
198523
198423
198302

Common questions

What is the best year for the Renault Encore?

By complaint volume, 1987 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Encore years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Renault Encore have?

Across all model years, the Encore has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.