Renault Megane Brake Discs: Specs, Fitment & Wear Symptoms

On the Megane, a genuine, specific disc fault called "lipping" comes with a real cost figure — plus a distinctive corroded fuse link that causes a total no-start "BRAKE FAULT".

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OEM Part Number: 402060012R

Accuracy note: genuine Renault part numbers — RS/Renaultsport variants use significantly larger, genuinely different discs than standard trims, so always confirm your exact trim before ordering.

Renaultsport 250/265/275, plain front disc	Renault OEM: 402060012R
Renaultsport 250/265/275, grooved front disc (CUP models)	Renault OEM: 402060019R
Renaultsport, plain rear disc (with bearing and ABS ring)	Renault OEM: 402023273R
Renaultsport, grooved rear disc	Renault OEM: 432020026R
Standard trims (Mk3 Coupe), rear disc, 260mm	Renault OEM: 43 20 015 39R
Standard trims (Mk2/Scenic), rear disc, 270mm	Renault OEM: 77 01 207 898 (also referenced with S1 suffix)

A Genuine, Specific Fault Worth Knowing: Disc "Lipping" — Renault Megane Brake Discs

If a service or MOT flags "lipping" on your discs, this is worth understanding rather than assuming it's the same as warping or corrosion: lipping refers to a raised ridge forming around the outer edge of the disc where the pad's contact area doesn't quite reach, gradually building up over normal wear. A genuine dealer quote for exactly this fault has been documented at £320 for discs and pads together — a real cost benchmark worth having when comparing quotes elsewhere.

A genuine, distinctive fault worth knowing about if you get a "BRAKE FAULT" message with a complete no-start: one documented case traced this exact combination to a corroded fuse link — a specific link fixed directly to the positive battery terminal inside a red plastic housing, distinct from the ordinary fuses in the fuse box. If you're getting a brake fault message alongside a no-start, this specific connection is worth checking before assuming a more complex ABS or brake system fault.

It's also worth knowing that parking a freshly washed car away, especially in an enclosed garage while still wet, is a well-documented cause of the rear brakes binding — moisture between the pad and disc surfaces, combined with the handbrake holding them together, can cause exactly this. Leaving the handbrake off (using a brick or leaving it in gear instead) until everything's had a chance to dry is worth doing.

Renault Megane Brake Discs reference plate

The Part That Pads Depend On

Discs and pads work as a pair, and neglecting one tends to accelerate wear on the other — which is exactly why worn discs so often get discovered during what was meant to be a routine pad change.

Before you buy: disc size and design vary by trim, engine size and whether your car has the standard or "sport" brake package. Always confirm against your VIN before ordering.

What They Do

Brake discs provide the surface the brake pads clamp against to slow the car, converting momentum into heat through friction. Larger, sportier trims of the Megane typically use bigger discs than standard versions to handle the additional heat generated by more aggressive braking.

Wear Symptoms, DIY Difficulty & Aftermarket Advice

These are the same regardless of make or model — see our full Brake Discs Guide for warning signs to watch for, confirming fitment against your VIN, and choosing a reliable aftermarket disc.

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Renault Megane Brake Discs: Specs, Fitment & Wear Symptoms

OEM Part Number: 402060012R

A Genuine, Specific Fault Worth Knowing: Disc "Lipping" — Renault Megane Brake Discs

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