**‘Stay vigilant’: Renault alerts customers after data breach**
*By Akash Pandey | Oct 03, 2025, 05:47 PM*
French carmaker Renault has issued a warning to its UK customers following a data breach involving one of its third-party service providers. While the company confirmed that no financial information—such as passwords or bank details—was compromised, personal data was accessed during the incident.
**Details of the Breach**
The cyber-attack exposed a range of customer information including names, addresses, dates of birth, gender, phone numbers, vehicle identification numbers (VINs), and vehicle registration details. However, Renault has not disclosed the exact number of individuals potentially impacted, citing ongoing security considerations.
A Renault spokesperson stated, “We are working closely with the third-party provider to ensure all necessary actions are being taken and have notified all relevant authorities.”
**Notification to Customers**
Renault UK confirmed that affected individuals will be informed about the breach. Interestingly, those impacted may include not only customers who purchased vehicles but also individuals who submitted their information through competitions or other interactions with Renault without making a purchase. This broadens the scope of those possibly affected.
**Wider Context: Rising Cybersecurity Threats**
This incident is part of a growing trend of cyber-attacks targeting businesses across various industries. Recently, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) and brewing giant Asahi experienced similar attacks, leading to production halts. Earlier this year, major retailers like Marks & Spencer (M&S) and Co-Op also suffered cybersecurity breaches that disrupted their supply chains and compromised shopper data.
These events highlight the escalating risks posed by cyber threats to companies worldwide, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance and robust security measures.
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*Customers are advised to stay alert for any suspicious communications and to monitor their personal accounts closely.*
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