280 Megane MK4 RS Suspension Disassembly Problems?

Discussion in 'Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres section' started by Ruselwusel, Apr 9, 2026 at 7:28 PM.

  1. Hey Guys!

    Car Specs:
    - Megane RS280
    - 2018
    - Non Cup Chassis
    - 43000km
    - Daily driver in Austria (snow; rain etc)

    (sry if this has been asked before, I couldn't find anything)

    I wanted to install some lowering springs (H&R) on my Meg. Asked a local shop with good Reviews (Elferwerk in Baden by Vienna) and got a call from (I think) the owner, telling me that the same car from another customer has been blocking a lift in his shop for weeks, because basically every suspension component either snapped or got damaged while disassembling to install a KW V3. That guy now has to pay 4000€ just in replacement parts in addition to the 3 grand for the coilerovers themselves.

    According to him, his contact at Renault told him that this is a known issue. Long story short he won't do it.

    Now I dont care that this shop doesnt do it, I can find another but I was wondering if this really is a known issue? I searched on forums, Reddit, generell google search and asked two guys on insta who have installed springs and a full suspension, but nothing. No posts saying it was a problem, the two guys were very confused and told me everything was ok in their cases. I then called my local Renault Dealer / Shop and asked the tech department if he knew of anything. And he had newer heard it either.

    I know that bolts can snap and whatever but 4 grand just in replacement in rough. Also makes me fearful of the future for when stuff actually breaks. And im not ready to drop 4 grand of repairs for a set of 300 € springs...

    So my question to anyone who has worked on the suspension: Is this true? Was it a bad car for that one guy? Didnt the owner just not wanna do it?

    Any experiences are very appreciated!

    Thx,
    Alex
     

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