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The archive holds 15,570 DVLA vehicle safety recalls dating back to 1992. Filter by manufacturer, year, or keyword. To check whether a specific vehicle is affected by an outstanding recall, run a live VRM recall check for £1.99.

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  • 02 Sept 2011CITROEN DS3Ref R/2011/120

    ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

    Defect

    The battery earth return cable maybe too short which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail at its gearbox mounting point. This could result in the engine cutting out.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicle and replace the battery earth return cable.

    Vehicles affected
    9,175
    OEM ref
    MLY
    Build start
    07 Jan 2011
    Build end
    23 May 2011
  • 02 Sept 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/120

    ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

    Defect

    The battery earth return cable maybe too short which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail at its gearbox mounting point. This could result in the engine cutting out.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicle and replace the battery earth return cable.

    Vehicles affected
    9,175
    OEM ref
    MLY
    Build start
    07 Jan 2011
    Build end
    23 May 2011
  • 02 Sept 2011CITROEN C3 PICASSORef R/2011/120

    ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

    Defect

    The battery earth return cable maybe too short which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail at its gearbox mounting point. This could result in the engine cutting out.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicle and replace the battery earth return cable.

    Vehicles affected
    9,175
    OEM ref
    MLY
    Build start
    07 Jan 2011
    Build end
    23 May 2011
  • 31 Aug 2011CITROEN DISPATCH IIIRef R/2011/114

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It has been identified that the engine cylinder head may not comply with manufacturing specification this may lead to an oil leak which if not rectified could result in fire if the oil contacts hot engine components.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicle check the cylinder head and replace if required.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    MMH
    Build start
    05 May 2011
    Build end
    05 May 2011
  • 30 Aug 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/113

    TAILGATE MAY NOT SECURE CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The tailgate may fall from the open position because of a potentially faulty ball joint to strut link.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the tailgate struts.

    Vehicles affected
    34
    OEM ref
    MME
    Build start
    12 Apr 2011
    Build end
    14 Apr 2011
  • 11 Aug 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/104

    MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO DRIVE BELTS

    Defect

    The fixing bracket of the air unit on the engine may break under the effect of vibration. This could affect some of the surrounding components.

    Remedy

    Remove the bracket and replace with washers

    Vehicles affected
    1,057
    OEM ref
    MLZ
    Build start
    06 Jan 2010
    Build end
    03 Jul 2010
  • 21 Jul 2011CITROEN RELAYRef R/2011/093

    SPARE WHEEL MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The spare wheel winch may fail and not secure the spare wheel to the vehicle so allowing it to detach from the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the spare wheel winch.

    Vehicles affected
    13,095
    OEM ref
    MLX
    Build start
    18 Jul 2006
    Build end
    01 Apr 2009
  • 14 Jul 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/087

    PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT APPLY FULLY

    Defect

    A component within the parking brake assembly may not meet conformity this could result in a lengthening of the handbrake travel which could have an affect on the parking brake efficiency.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the non-conformity components.

    Vehicles affected
    3,773
    OEM ref
    MHM
    Build start
    11 Jan 2010
    Build end
    01 Jul 2010
  • 11 Jul 2011CITROEN C8Ref R/2011/082

    POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It is possible that the wiring harness for the power assisted steering motor may come in contact with other components in the engine bay. Should this occur then it is possible that the power steering assistance on this large vehicle may become affected.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit protection to the wiring harness.

    Vehicles affected
    1,357
    OEM ref
    MLH
    Build start
    01 Feb 2010
    Build end
    07 Feb 2011
  • 11 Jul 2011CITROEN DISPATCH IIIRef R/2011/082

    POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL

    Defect

    It is possible that the wiring harness for the power assisted steering motor may come in contact with other components in the engine bay. Should this occur then it is possible that the power steering assistance on this large vehicle may become affected.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and fit protection to the wiring harness.

    Vehicles affected
    1,357
    OEM ref
    MLH
    Build start
    01 Feb 2010
    Build end
    07 Feb 2011
  • 05 Jul 2011CITROEN C5Ref R/2011/080

    ENGINE MAY STALL

    Defect

    It is possible for the engine to stall due to incorrect reading of oil levels during harsh and prolonged braking.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download new software to the engine ECU.

    Vehicles affected
    157
    OEM ref
    MLL
    Build start
    22 Apr 2009
    Build end
    05 Apr 2011
  • 20 Jun 2011CITROEN C1Ref R/2011/070

    SUSPENSION MAY FAIL

    Defect

    The left hand side front chassis may have a nonconformity which may lead to a risk of poor securing of the suspension arm.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the left hand side front chassis member.

    Vehicles affected
    6
    OEM ref
    MLN
    Build start
    15 Feb 2011
    Build end
    15 Feb 2011
  • 17 Jun 2011CITROEN C3 PICASSORef R/2011/061

    PASSENGER MAY INFLUENCE BRAKE OPERATION

    Defect

    The brakes could be inadvertently applied by the passenger.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a cover over the cross shaft lobe on the passenger side.

    Vehicles affected
    24,213
    OEM ref
    MLT
    Build start
    29 Jul 2008
    Build end
    31 May 2011
  • 20 May 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/062

    BRAKE SERVO MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    On the affected vehicles an internal component of the braking assistance circuit amplifier may not be in conformity. This could result in reduction of braking over time.

    Remedy

    Replacement of the amplifier (Servo).

    Vehicles affected
    22
    OEM ref
    MLA
    Build start
    05 Jan 2011
    Build end
    02 Feb 2011
  • 18 Apr 2011CITROEN C4 PICASSORef R/2011/049

    ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE MAY MALFUNCTION

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to a nonconformity in one of the operating cables of the Electric Parking Brake (FSE) it is possible that insufficient application (force) will be applied. This could result in only one wheel operating or locked. The driver however will receive warning of the issue by the illumination of the Parking Brake Warning Lamp on the instrument panel along with a message on the multifuction screen.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for inspection repair or if required the replacement of the cable.

    Vehicles affected
    8,230
    OEM ref
    MHV
    Build start
    06 Jul 2006
    Build end
    11 May 2007
  • 05 Apr 2011CITROEN C4Ref R/2011/039

    TAILGATE MAY OPERATE INCORRECTLY

    Defect

    The wiring loom to the tailgate may have been routed incorrectly. This could cause damage to the wiring and amongst other things the boot to open inadvertently.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the tailgate wiring harness.

    Vehicles affected
    10,844
    OEM ref
    MHU
    Build start
    29 May 2004
    Build end
    21 Jul 2006
  • 31 Mar 2011CITROEN C5Ref R/2011/032

    WINDSCREEN WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL

    Defect

    On affected vehicles an internal nonconformity in the drivers side windscreen wiper motor may lead over time to the failure of the windscreen wiper mechanism.

    Remedy

    Replacement of drivers side windscreen wiper motor.

    Vehicles affected
    4,271
    OEM ref
    MJK
    Build start
    10 Mar 2009
    Build end
    19 Jun 2009
  • 25 Mar 2011CITROEN C4Ref R/2011/029

    LOSS OF POWER

    Defect

    Gear selection may be affected by inaccurate software being installed.

    Remedy

    The recalled vehicles will be subject to a software upgrade.

    Vehicles affected
    5
    OEM ref
    MKB
    Build start
    14 Sept 2010
    Build end
    14 Sept 2010
  • 22 Feb 2011CITROEN DISPATCH IIIRef R/2011/018

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible that the fuel return pipe may chaff on the diesel fuel filter support in the engine compartment. This can if not identified result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the addition of a protective sleeve to the return pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    33
    OEM ref
    MJM
    Build start
    08 Jul 2010
    Build end
    13 Oct 2010
  • 22 Feb 2011CITROEN C4Ref R/2011/018

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible that the fuel return pipe may chaff on the diesel fuel filter support in the engine compartment. This can if not identified result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the addition of a protective sleeve to the return pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    33
    OEM ref
    MJM
    Build start
    08 Jul 2010
    Build end
    13 Oct 2010
  • 22 Feb 2011CITROEN C8Ref R/2011/018

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible that the fuel return pipe may chaff on the diesel fuel filter support in the engine compartment. This can if not identified result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the addition of a protective sleeve to the return pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    33
    OEM ref
    MJM
    Build start
    08 Jul 2010
    Build end
    13 Oct 2010
  • 22 Feb 2011CITROEN C4 PICASSORef R/2011/018

    FUEL MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It is possible that the fuel return pipe may chaff on the diesel fuel filter support in the engine compartment. This can if not identified result in a fuel leak.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the addition of a protective sleeve to the return pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    33
    OEM ref
    MJM
    Build start
    08 Jul 2010
    Build end
    13 Oct 2010
  • 15 Feb 2011CITROEN C-CROSSERRef R/2011/015

    SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    On affected vehicles connectors intended to supply the electric front seats fitted to some versions are not used and are located under the rear footwell carpets. If these connectors come into contact with water of melted snow and de-icing agents they may corrode over a period of time and cause localised electrical overheating.

    Remedy

    The operation involves repositioning these electrical supply wires for the two front seats to move them higher up on the seat frame.

    Vehicles affected
    45
    OEM ref
    MJF
    Build start
    08 Jun 2007
    Build end
    25 Jan 2008
  • 17 Jan 2011CITROEN C3Ref R/2011/003

    REAR SEAT SECURITY MAY FAIL IN AN IMPACT

    Defect

    Possible nonconformity of the welding between the cross rail under the floor and its end piece. This possible nonconformity may mean that the rear seats are not held correctly in place in the event of a serious impact.

    Remedy

    Checking of the assembly and repair if necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    38
    OEM ref
    MHJ
    Build start
    20 Jul 2010
    Build end
    21 Jul 2010
  • 17 Dec 2010CITROEN DISPATCHRef R/2010/223

    BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    Defect

    In very rare circumstances the vacuum pump one way valve may not function correctly which could affect the level of braking assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the brake vacuum pump one way valve.

    Vehicles affected
    20,089
    OEM ref
    MGG
    Build start
    21 Dec 2006
    Build end
    27 Mar 2009

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