Citroen
C3 Picasso
11 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.
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Notices on record
11
Citroen C3 Picasso
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THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE VACUMN PUMP MAY BE AFFECTED DUE TO MATERIAL DETACHING FROM THE TIMING BELT
R/2021/238 · 23 Jun 2021
23 Jun 2021Defect
The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected due to material detaching from the timing belt.
Remedy
Check and if necessary replace the timing belt and other components of the braking assistance system including the vacuum pump. Additionally alter servicing schedules depending on usage.
Build window
Built 6 Sep 2014 – 13 Mar 2017
~3,101 vehicles affected
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DUE TO THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE NOX EMISSIONS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS
R/2019/329 · 26 Sep 2019
26 Sep 2019Defect
The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.
Remedy
Download new engine management software
Build window
Built 25 Sep 2013 – 15 May 2016
~5,290 vehicles affected
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OIL LEAK MAY DAMAGE ENGINE
R/2016/042 · 10 Mar 2016
10 Mar 2016Defect
An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.
Build window
Built 25 Jan 2016 – 15 Feb 2016
~17 vehicles affected
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THE WELD PLATES OF THE TAILGATE STRUT MOUNTING PLATES MAY NOT CONFORM
R/2014/037 · 8 Apr 2014
8 Apr 2014Defect
The weld securing the tailgate struts may not be strong enough to support the tailgate in the long term and may detach. If this happens the tailgate may not remain in the open position.
Remedy
In the event of the weld not meeting conformity the tailgate must be replaced.
Build window
Built 28 Nov 2013 – 10 Dec 2013
~209 vehicles affected
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FUEL MAY LEAK AND CREATE FIRE RISK
R/2014/025 · 26 Feb 2014
26 Feb 2014Defect
It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.
Remedy
Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.
Build window
Built 7 Jan 2014 – 15 Jan 2014
~279 vehicles affected
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ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2012/076 · 9 Jul 2012
9 Jul 2012Defect
The battery earth cable dimensions are incorrect and may cause the cable to break. This will then cause the engine to cut out.
Remedy
Replace the battery negative cable with a new dimension cable. (length and terminal)
Build window
Built 21 Oct 2010 – 19 May 2011
~123 vehicles affected
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ABS/ESP MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
R/2012/074 · 6 Jul 2012
6 Jul 2012Defect
The ABS block may not conform to manufacturer specification. This could affect the operation of the ABS/ESP systems on the rare occasions that they are activated.
Remedy
The hydraulic ABS/ESP block will be checked and if necessary replaced.
Build window
Built 7 Jun 2011 – 27 Jan 2012
~963 vehicles affected
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ENGINE MAY CUT OUT
R/2011/120 · 2 Sep 2011
2 Sep 2011Defect
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.
Build window
Built 7 Jan 2011 – 23 May 2011
~9,175 vehicles affected
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PASSENGER MAY INFLUENCE BRAKE OPERATION
R/2011/061 · 17 Jun 2011
17 Jun 2011Defect
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.
Build window
Built 29 Jul 2008 – 31 May 2011
~24,213 vehicles affected
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WINDSCREEN TRIM MAY DETACH
R/2010/118 · 24 Aug 2010
24 Aug 2010Defect
The security of the windscreen trim may deteriorate over a period of time. This could ultimately result in detachment of the trim.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles check security of trim and if required replace trim.
Build window
Affected build dates not specified
~13,234 vehicles affected
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FUEL PIPES MAY LEAK
R/2010/054 · 20 Jun 2010
20 Jun 2010Defect
The fuel supply lines may not be correctly routed under the vehicle and may contact the heat shield. Should this occur it can result in chaffing of the fuel pipe which can cause a leak.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and fit additional securing fixings.
Build window
Built 21 Jan 2010 – 2 Mar 2010
~611 vehicles affected
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Last indexed: 2026-04-26.
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