Citroen

C3

69 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

If your C3 is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Citroen dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

Citroen C3 · DVSA register

All recall notices.

Alarm triggered randomly - BCM software

R/2026/122 · 30 Mar 2026

30 Mar 2026

Defect

On affected vehicles due to a Body Control Module (BCM) software weakness an alarm siren may randomly trigger when the vehicle is locked.

Remedy

Update the BCM software.

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Built 15 Jan 2025 – 9 Feb 2026

~4,457 vehicles affected
Alternator protection

R/2026/073 · 9 Mar 2026

9 Mar 2026

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.

Remedy

Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required.

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Built 22 Nov 2024 – 22 Dec 2025

~1,694 vehicles affected
Citroen C3 v5 Autonomous telematics box cannot connect to server

R/2025/487 · 19 Dec 2025

19 Dec 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles there may be a software bug in the Body Control Module (BCM) which prevents a connection to the server and affects the speed limit indication system.

Remedy

Update the BCM software.

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Built 4 Jun 2024 – 7 May 2025

~1,572 vehicles affected
Citroen C3 C3 Aircross Brake Pedal Bracket Connection.

R/2025/514 · 21 Nov 2025

21 Nov 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles there may be an insufficient brake pedal bracket connection due to a missing or incorrectly assembled pin. If the pin falls out the brake pedal will potentially disengage.

Remedy

Check the brake pedal connection confirm proper assembly and rework it if necessary.

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Built 15 May 2025 – 1 Nov 2025

~962 vehicles affected
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics

R/2025/346 · 18 Aug 2025

18 Aug 2025

Defect

Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.

Remedy

Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

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Built 12 Sep 2017 – 28 Nov 2020

~50 vehicles affected
Citroen Fuel Pipe

R/2025/283 · 18 Jul 2025

18 Jul 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.

Remedy

Retighten the affected connections.

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Built 23 Mar 2024 – 23 Apr 2025

~1,002 vehicles affected
Citroen C3 Front seat pretentioner wires inverted.

R/2025/142 · 9 Apr 2025

9 Apr 2025

Defect

Affected vehicles may face a front seat belt pretensioner malfunction in the event of a crash due to the inversion of command wires in the Airbag ECU connector.

Remedy

Replace the affected PINS in the airbag ECU connector.

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Built 16 Nov 2024 – 25 Feb 2025

~531 vehicles affected
Citroen C3 DS3 Driver and Passenger Airbag (Takata)

R/2025/021 · 7 Mar 2025

7 Mar 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles the chemicals in the Takata airbags may deteriorate over time which may cause the inflator to rupture and lead to serious injury.

Remedy

Owners of affected vehicles should immediately cease using their vehicle when safe to do so until the recall action has been completed. Affected vehicles will have the airbag modules replaced.

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Built 24 Sep 2008 – 21 Feb 2017

~55,166 vehicles affected
Citroen C3 Jet cooling nozzle failure

R/2025/074 · 19 Feb 2025

19 Feb 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles the engine is at risk of becoming damaged because of an inadequate oil supply from an oil jet cooling nozzle.

Remedy

Replace the engine oil and filter.

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Built 7 Oct 2022 – 20 Jun 2024

~10,574 vehicles affected
Citroen C3 DS3 Driver and Passenger Airbag (Takata)

R/2025/022 · 10 Dec 2024

10 Dec 2024

Defect

On affected vehicles the chemicals in the Takata airbags may deteriorate over time which may cause the inflator to rupture and lead to serious injury.

Remedy

Exchange affected airbag modules as a precautionary measure.

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Built 24 Sep 2008 – 21 Feb 2017

~21 vehicles affected
Cross carline Engine software

R/2024/136 · 13 Mar 2024

13 Mar 2024

Defect

On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

Remedy

Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

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Built 3 Jan 2022 – 9 Oct 2022

~569 vehicles affected
On affected vehicles the fuel tank is not to specification due to a deviation in the manufacturing process which could lead to a potential risk of fuel seepage.

R/2023/335 · 23 Nov 2023

23 Nov 2023

Defect

On affected vehicles the fuel tank is not to specification due to a deviation in the manufacturing process which could lead to a potential risk of fuel seepage.

Remedy

Replace fuel tank.

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Built 24 Oct 2023 – 30 Oct 2023

~17 vehicles affected
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.

R/2023/220 · 21 Jul 2023

21 Jul 2023

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.

Remedy

Check and replace the rear axle crossmember if necessary.

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Built 24 May 2022 – 15 Jun 2022

~372 vehicles affected
FRONT AIR BAG IGNITERS MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY

R/2019/339 · 17 Sep 2020

17 Sep 2020

Defect

Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly.

Remedy

Check and if necessary replace the affected front airbags.

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Built 2 Sep 2009 – 12 Apr 2017

~1,080 vehicles affected
THE STEERING GEOMETRY COULD BE INCORRECTLY SET

R/2020/165 · 26 May 2020

26 May 2020

Defect

The steering geometry could be incorrectly set due to an incorrectly calibrated setting rig in the manufacturing plant.

Remedy

Check the steering alignment and adjusting if set incorrectly. If the front tyres are worn these will also be replaced.

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Built 12 Sep 2019 – 18 Mar 2020

~10 vehicles affected
THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REGULATORY LIMITS

R/2019/353 · 18 Oct 2019

18 Oct 2019

Defect

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Remedy

Update the engine management software.

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Built 1 Feb 2017 – 12 Apr 2019

~16,144 vehicles affected
THE STEERING COLUMN UNIVERSAL JOINT CLAMP MAY BE INCORRECTLY FITTED TO THE STEERING COLUMN

R/2019/009 · 14 Jan 2019

14 Jan 2019

Defect

The universal clamp fixing bolt is not correctly fitted in the recess at the end of the steering column.

Remedy

Check and if necessary refit the steering column universal joint fixing.

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Built 4 Jul 2018 – 12 Jul 2018

~78 vehicles affected
STEERING COLUMN BEARING POSSIBLY CRIMPED TO THE INCORRECT SPECIFICATION.

R/2018/197 · 26 Jul 2018

26 Jul 2018

Defect

On the affected vehicles the crimping preventing lateral movement of the steering column bearing may not be correct to specification. This may result in noise and play in the steering. Ultimately it could lead to steering malfunction.

Remedy

The remedy involves checking the crimping on the steering column and replacing the steering column if necessary.

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Built 11 Jan 2018 – 22 Jan 2018

~392 vehicles affected
ENGINE COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION

R/2017/339 · 15 Dec 2017

15 Dec 2017

Defect

An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.

Remedy

On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.

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Built 1 Oct 2017 – 30 Nov 2017

~75 vehicles affected
LEFT HAND CURTAIN AIRBAG MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION

R/2017/180 · 30 Jun 2017

30 Jun 2017

Defect

A component within the left-hand curtain airbag may not conform to specification and the air bag may not deploy correctly.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the left hand curtain air bag.

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Built 4 Jan 2017 – 22 Feb 2017

~8 vehicles affected
RIGHT HAND CURTAIN AIRBAG MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION

R/2017/181 · 30 Jun 2017

30 Jun 2017

Defect

A component within the right-hand curtain airbag may not conform to specification and the air bag may not deploy correctly.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the right hand curtain air bag.

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Built 4 Jan 2017 – 22 Feb 2017

~5 vehicles affected
STARTER MOTOR MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

R/2017/139 · 24 Apr 2017

24 Apr 2017

Defect

A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.

Remedy

On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.

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Built 15 Jun 2016 – 11 Oct 2016

~3,607 vehicles affected
FRONT AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY

R/2017/089 · 7 Mar 2017

7 Mar 2017

Defect

The ignition module which triggers the front seat airbag may not deploy in the event of an impact. There is no indication to the driver the unit is faulty.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seat airbag unit.

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Built 8 Sep 2016 – 14 Oct 2016

~65 vehicles affected
LOSS OF CONTROL

R/2016/229 · 17 Oct 2016

17 Oct 2016

Defect

In the event of emergency braking or during an ESP regulation phase (e.g. avoiding manoeuvre) the hydraulic block may not prevent the locking of a wheel which could affect control of the vehicle.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the braking system hydraulic block

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Built 1 Apr 2016 – 21 Apr 2016

~787 vehicles affected
OIL LEAK MAY DAMAGE ENGINE

R/2016/042 · 10 Mar 2016

10 Mar 2016

Defect

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.

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Built 25 Jan 2016 – 15 Feb 2016

~17 vehicles affected
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED

R/2015/061 · 13 Mar 2015

13 Mar 2015

Defect

It is possible that the front subframe and suspension wishbones mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This could result in the mounting bolt working loose and falling from the vehicle plus the possibility of the insecurity of the subframe or the front suspension wishbone. This can cause an issue with the handling or even loss of control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to check and retorque the front subframe and suspension wishbone mounting bolts.

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Built 3 Dec 2014

~24 vehicles affected
VEHICLE CONTROL MAY BE LOST

R/2014/083 · 24 Jul 2014

24 Jul 2014

Defect

Front subframes on affected vehicles may show signs of damage to the left hand mounting point caused during the manufacturing process. Over time this may affect durability and cause the mounting to fail. This can affect security of components attached to the subframe and may affect control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Prior to failure the driver should notice excessive noise from this area. As a safety measure affected vehicles should be checked and where necessary the subframe replaced.

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Built 4 Jun 2014 – 16 Jun 2014

~28 vehicles affected
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE COMPROMISED

R/2014/047 · 14 May 2014

14 May 2014

Defect

The front suspension wishbone mounting bolts might not have been manufactured to the correct specification potentially causing a risk of these parts breaking. Broken mounting bolts can be noticed by the driver through noises and poor directional control.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front suspension wishbone mounting bolts.

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Built 10 Oct 2013 – 19 Nov 2013

~3,092 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK AND CREATE FIRE RISK

R/2014/025 · 26 Feb 2014

26 Feb 2014

Defect

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.

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Built 7 Jan 2014 – 15 Jan 2014

~279 vehicles affected
REAR SCREEN MAY DETACH

R/2013/068 · 7 Jun 2013

7 Jun 2013

Defect

It has been identified that it is possible that the rear screen seal may not be to specification. This could lead to water ingress into the boot area which in extreme cases could cause the rear screen to become insecure in its housing.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace the rear screen seal.

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Built 25 Mar 2013 – 26 Mar 2013

~19 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY FAIL

R/2012/129 · 14 Nov 2012

14 Nov 2012

Defect

It has been established that the con-rod (big end) shell bearings may not have been manufactured to specification. This could lead to premature deterioration of the shells and if not identified it could result in engine failure.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace con-rod shell bearings.

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Built 26 May 2010 – 26 Aug 2010

~1,169 vehicles affected
BRAKE EFFICIENCY COULD BE REDUCED

R/2012/126 · 2 Nov 2012

2 Nov 2012

Defect

The nearside front brake hose may not be properly secured and could chafe. If not noticed the chafing could cause loss of brake fluid and the warning lamp to illuminate. Additionally it is possible the braking efficiency could be adversely affected.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correctly secure the nearside front brake hose or replace the hose.

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Built 12 Jul 2012

~49 vehicles affected
WHEEL BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE

R/2012/123 · 24 Oct 2012

24 Oct 2012

Defect

It is possible that the left hand wheel bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This could lead to noise or vibration from the wheels and if not rectified it could result in wheel detachment and loss of control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles to check and if necessary re-torque the wheel bolts.

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Built 9 Jul 2012 – 28 Aug 2012

~129 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2012/076 · 9 Jul 2012

9 Jul 2012

Defect

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)

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Built 21 Oct 2010 – 19 May 2011

~123 vehicles affected
ABS/ESP MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

R/2012/074 · 6 Jul 2012

6 Jul 2012

Defect

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.

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Built 7 Jun 2011 – 27 Jan 2012

~963 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2012/062 · 1 May 2012

1 May 2012

Defect

The engine may cut out as a dimensional nonconformity of the earth cable could lead to it breaking.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the battery earth cable.

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Built 8 Nov 2010 – 29 Apr 2011

~981 vehicles affected
THE AMOUNT OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY VARY

R/2012/033 · 19 Mar 2012

19 Mar 2012

Defect

There is a possibility that a component internal to the steering mechanism may not be manufactured to the correct specification which over time can cause the steering to become either stiff or easier to operate.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering mechanism.

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Built 4 Feb 2010 – 5 Feb 2010

~2 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2012/022 · 7 Mar 2012

7 Mar 2012

Defect

The battery earth return cable is not to the correct specification which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail. This could result in the engine cutting out.

Remedy

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

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Built 29 Oct 2010 – 22 Feb 2011

~2,712 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2012/005 · 25 Jan 2012

25 Jan 2012

Defect

The battery earth return cable is not to the correct specification which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail. This could result in the engine cutting out.

Remedy

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

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Built 2 Nov 2010 – 9 Nov 2010

~1,276 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION FIXINGS MAY LOOSEN

R/2011/165 · 9 Dec 2011

9 Dec 2011

Defect

The front suspension lower swivel joint may not be tightened correctly. If the bolt slackens the joint may separate. This could adversely affect the directional control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correct the tightening torque of the lower swivel joint clamp bolt.

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Built 22 Jun 2011 – 13 Sep 2011

~7 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2011/156 · 24 Nov 2011

24 Nov 2011

Defect

The earth cable for the battery may be too short and could break. If this happens the vehicle electrical circuit will fail. This could cause the engine to cut out.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace the battery earth cable.

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Built 7 Apr 2010 – 21 May 2010

~589 vehicles affected
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY

R/2011/137 · 11 Oct 2011

11 Oct 2011

Defect

On affected vehicles the drivers airbag nay not be of conformity. This non-conformity could lead to poor deployment of the airbag in the event of a collision.

Remedy

Replace drivers airbag

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Built 19 Jul 2011

~25 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY CUT OUT

R/2011/120 · 2 Sep 2011

2 Sep 2011

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.

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Built 7 Jan 2011 – 23 May 2011

~9,175 vehicles affected
TAILGATE MAY NOT SECURE CORRECTLY

R/2011/113 · 30 Aug 2011

30 Aug 2011

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.

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Built 12 Apr 2011 – 14 Apr 2011

~34 vehicles affected
MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO DRIVE BELTS

R/2011/104 · 11 Aug 2011

11 Aug 2011

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

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Built 6 Jan 2010 – 3 Jul 2010

~1,057 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT APPLY FULLY

R/2011/087 · 14 Jul 2011

14 Jul 2011

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.

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Built 11 Jan 2010 – 1 Jul 2010

~3,773 vehicles affected
BRAKE SERVO MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION

R/2011/062 · 20 May 2011

20 May 2011

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).

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Built 5 Jan 2011 – 2 Feb 2011

~22 vehicles affected
REAR SEAT SECURITY MAY FAIL IN AN IMPACT

R/2011/003 · 17 Jan 2011

17 Jan 2011

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.

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Built 20 Jul 2010 – 21 Jul 2010

~38 vehicles affected
ENGINE MAY FAIL

R/2010/192 · 5 Nov 2010

5 Nov 2010

Defect

Due to incorrect machining it is possible that the crankshaft is not to the correct specification which can lead to insufficient lubrication of the crankshaft and subsequent engine failure.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace the engine.

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Built 10 May 2010 – 17 Oct 2010

~72 vehicles affected
LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING

R/2010/155 · 5 Oct 2010

5 Oct 2010

Defect

It has been identified that the position of the exterior lighting control ring may not be detected by the lighting management system and the lights may switch off without warning.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.

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Built 4 Jul 2007 – 27 Mar 2008

~12,950 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2010/146 · 22 Sep 2010

22 Sep 2010

Defect

The fuel tank mounting bolts may have been incorrectly torqued this may cause the mountings to become loose which can lead to stress on the fuel pipes and subsequently a fuel leak.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles to check and if necessary retorque of the mounting bolts.

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Built 4 Jan 2010 – 16 Jun 2010

~44 vehicles affected
BONNET MAY BE INSECURE

R/2010/136 · 16 Sep 2010

16 Sep 2010

Defect

The bonnet lock fixing bolts may not be fully secure which can result in noise and vibration and in rare cases insecure holding by the bonnet catch and lock.

Remedy

On recalled vehicles the tightness of the bonnet lock fixing bolts will be checked and where necessary tightened to specification.

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Built 23 Dec 2009 – 23 Jun 2010

~67 vehicles affected
INCORRECT SUBFRAME BOLT TORQUE MAY AFFECT VEHICLE HANDLING

R/2010/132 · 9 Sep 2010

9 Sep 2010

Defect

The bolts securing the engine cradle to the chassis may not be fully secure. There is a possibility that the bolts may loosen which will result in noise vibration and in rare cases an alteration in vehicle handling.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace all the securing bolts and tighten them to the correct specification.

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Built 4 Feb 2010 – 11 Feb 2010

~16 vehicles affected
LOSS OF BRAKING EFFICIENCY

R/2010/086 · 7 Jul 2010

7 Jul 2010

Defect

It has been established that on some C3's the rigid section of the front brake hose may be deformed or twisted. This could result in a deterioration of the braking efficiency.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles and inspect the brake hose for distortion and replace if required.

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Built 11 Sep 2008 – 15 Jan 2010

~7,760 vehicles affected
FRONT AXLE MAY DETACH

R/2010/076 · 7 Jul 2010

7 Jul 2010

Defect

The front axle fixings may not have been tightened sufficiently. This may result in the front axle becoming insecure which may in rare cases if not corrected cause directional control to become impaired.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the front axle fixings and where necessary tighten them to specification.

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Built 5 Jan 2010 – 2 Jun 2010

~36 vehicles affected
LOSS OF DRIVE

R/2010/043 · 19 Apr 2010

19 Apr 2010

Defect

The front right hand drive-shaft may fail.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles to check and if necessary replace the right hand drive-shaft

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Affected build dates not specified

~114 vehicles affected
LIGHTS MAY SWITCH OFF UNEXPECTEDLY

R/2009/113 · 19 Oct 2009

19 Oct 2009

Defect

It has been identified that due to incorrect positioning of the exterior lighting control ring by the lighting management system the lights may switch off unexpectedly.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated

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Built 21 Dec 2006 – 27 Mar 2008

~37,086 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL

R/2009/096 · 14 Oct 2009

14 Oct 2009

Defect

The parking brake may fail due to the cable not being manufactured to specification.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the parking brakes cables.

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Built 20 Jan 2009 – 17 Feb 2009

~754 vehicles affected
WIPERS / LIGHTS/ BATTERY CHARGING MAY BE AFFECTED.

R/2008/199 · 24 Dec 2008

24 Dec 2008

Defect

An incorrect engine relay unit may have been fitted. This ECU could deteriorate and cause operating faults and perhaps failure of certain equipment

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles check Engine Relay Unit and replace if not correct specification.

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Built 1 Feb 2008 – 14 Jun 2008

~6,031 vehicles affected
FRONT SUSPENSION WISHBONE COULD BECOME LOOSE

R/2008/150 · 20 Oct 2008

20 Oct 2008

Defect

The tightening torque for the front suspension wishbone mounting bolts has proved insufficient. This can lead to loosening represented by abnormal noise

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and retorque front suspension wishbone bolts

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Built 14 Jan 2008 – 18 Mar 2008

~4,652 vehicles affected
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY REDUCE

R/2006/225 · 19 Dec 2006

19 Dec 2006

Defect

If the battery voltage is abnormally low the antilock braking system electronic control unit may not perform to specification which in rare cases may cause a reduction in braking efficiency.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the Electronic Control Unit.

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Built 21 Jun 2006 – 31 Aug 2006

~4,032 vehicles affected
ACCELERATOR PEDAL RETURNS TOO SLOWLY

R/2006/051 · 28 Mar 2006

28 Mar 2006

Defect

It has been identified that the accelerator pedal can return too slowly. This can have an effect on the driving of the vehicle

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the accelerator pedal replaced.

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Built 18 Oct 2005 – 17 Dec 2005

~9,868 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE LOSS OF BRAKING EFFICIENCY

R/2005/185 · 15 Dec 2005

15 Dec 2005

Defect

This concern relates to right hand drive vehicles only. There may cases of the brake linkage lever being defectively assembled which may result in a loss of braking efficiency.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected check and where necessary reposition the brake pedal relay linkage lever.

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Built 1 Sep 2005 – 22 Nov 2005

~6,772 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION SPRINGS MAY BREAK

R/2005/147 · 26 Oct 2005

26 Oct 2005

Defect

In the exceptional event of a spring breaking there could be a risk of the spring making contact with the vehicle tyre.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a suspension cup to each side of the front suspension.

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Built 1 Nov 2001 – 30 Nov 2003

~56,604 vehicles affected
THE SECURING NUTS OF THE SUNROOF MAY FAIL

R/2005/020 · 8 Feb 2005

8 Feb 2005

Defect

The C3 vehicles concerned are fitted with a panoramic sunroof in respect of which the mobile glass has securing nuts that do not meet the manufacturer's quality requirements.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace the sunroof securing nuts.

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Built 1 Oct 2004

~64 vehicles affected
ROOF BARS MAY SLIP

R/2004/022 · 22 Mar 2004

22 Mar 2004

Defect

Possibility that roof bars may slip when bulky objects are placed on them

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace roof bars with modified type.

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Built 1 Oct 2001 – 1 Jan 2004

~381 vehicles affected
WATER INGRESS MAY CAUSE ANTI LOCK BRAKE CONTROL UNIT TO MALFUNCTION

R/2003/016 · 21 Jan 2003

21 Jan 2003

Defect

Water ingress to the ABS ECU connector may cause a malfunction of the anti lock braking system. In the worst case water contamination could cause a short circuit and fire in the ABS control unit.

Remedy

Protect the ABS connector from water ingress. Replace the ABS ECU if found necessary.

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Built 1 Sep 2002 – 30 Nov 2002

~5,032 vehicles affected
PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT COMPLETELY DEPLOY

R/2002/174 · 13 Dec 2002

13 Dec 2002

Defect

The front passenger air bag may not fully deploy in an impact.

Remedy

Fit a replacement air bag.

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Built 1 Jul 2002 – 31 Jul 2002

~361 vehicles affected
FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT CONCERN

R/2002/121 · 13 Sep 2002

13 Sep 2002

Defect

The front suspension lower ball joint pinch bolts may not have been fully tightened. In the worst case separation of the ball joint from the suspension arm would affect directional control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Check the ball joint pinch bolts for correct torque and tighten where necessary.

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Built 1 Jan 2002 – 31 Aug 2002

~2,828 vehicles affected

Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Citroen dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.

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