Citroën C5 recalls

24 official safety recalls for the Citroën C5 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Engine may overheat

    Reported February 13, 2018Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2018/049EU Safety Gate A12/0492/188,392 vehicles affected

    The engine cooling control strategy and temperature alert threshold could allow the engine to overheat, triggering a warning light and message. Engine management software will be updated to improve temperature control.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY OVERHEAT
    Defect
    The engine electronic cooling management control strategy and the maximum temperature alert threshold could cause the engine to overheat. This could result in a warning light and a message being displayed on the instrument panel.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles download a new engine management software in order to modify the cooling management parameters to improve the control of the engine operating temperature.

  2. Starter supply terminal may short circuit

    Reported July 6, 2017Model years 2013–2017DVSA recall R/2017/208EU Safety Gate A12/0997/178,056 vehicles affected

    The starter motor supply terminal may touch a nearby component and cause a short circuit. The terminal will be checked and repositioned if needed; damaged components will be replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    STARTER SUPPLY WIRE MAY CHAFE
    Defect
    The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.

  3. Driver airbag may deploy incorrectly

    Reported July 20, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/171EU Safety Gate A12/1011/162,901 vehicles affected

    The driver's airbag inflation device may not meet specification and may deploy incorrectly in an impact. The driver's airbag module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG MAY INCORRECTLY DEPLOY
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the driver's air bag inflation device may not conform to specification. As a result may not deploy correctly during an impact.
    Remedy
    Replace the driver's air bag module on affected vehicles

  4. Fuel heater cover may distort and leak

    Reported December 8, 2015Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2015/243EU Safety Gate A12/1484/1566,381 vehicles affected

    A defective fuel filter heater may distort its cover, allowing air in and fuel out. This could cause poor starting and illuminate a warning light. The cover will be replaced and the connector checked and replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    The fuel filter's integrated heater may be defective and could cause the cover to distort. This could cause air ingress and fuel egress. Either could cause poor starting and a warning light should illuminate
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace fuel heater cover. Check and if necessary replace connector.

  5. Fuel return pipe may leak onto the engine

    Reported September 27, 2013Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2013/10830 vehicles affected

    A leak at an injector connection may let fuel pool on the cylinder head or reach hot engine parts, creating a skid risk on the road or a risk of an under-bonnet fire. Connections will be checked; injectors and fuel return pipes will be replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK ONTO ENGINE
    Defect
    It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the sealing of the fuel return pipe connection on each injector and if necessary replace the injectors as well as the fuel return pipes.

  6. Engine may stall during harsh, prolonged braking

    Reported July 5, 2011Model years 2009–2011DVSA recall R/2011/080157 vehicles affected

    Incorrect oil level readings during harsh, prolonged braking may cause the engine to stall. The engine control unit software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    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.

  7. Driver's wiper motor may fail

    Reported March 31, 2011Model years 2009DVSA recall R/2011/0324,271 vehicles affected

    A defect inside the driver's side windscreen wiper motor may eventually cause the wiper mechanism to fail. The remedy is to replace the motor.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    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.

  8. Brake vacuum pump valve may reduce assistance

    Reported December 17, 2010Model years 2006–2009DVSA recall R/2010/22360,267 vehicles affected

    In very rare circumstances, the vacuum pump one-way valve may not work correctly and could reduce braking assistance. The valve will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    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.

  9. Parking brake may lose efficiency

    Reported November 5, 2010Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2010/189957 vehicles affected

    A nonconforming adjustment system in the handbrake mechanism may reduce parking brake efficiency. The handbrake lever mechanism will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL
    Defect
    It has been identified that due to the Non-Conformity of the handbrake adjustment system in the handbrake mechanism it is possible that there can be a reduction in the efficiency of the parking brake.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the handbrake lever mechanism.

  10. Rear screen may not stay open

    Reported December 1, 2009Model years 2009DVSA recall R/2009/1381,012 vehicles affected

    The rear screen support strut ball mountings may dislocate, so the screen may not remain open. The mountings will be checked for security and tightness, and any damaged ones replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR SCREEN MAY NOT REMAIN IN OPEN POSITION.
    Defect
    The ball mountings for the rear screen support struts may dislocate and the screen will not remain in open position
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles check security/tightness of strut mounting balls and replace any that are damaged.

  11. Windscreen side trim may detach

    Reported November 13, 2009Model years 2008–2009DVSA recall R/2009/1295,142 vehicles affected

    A non-compliant windscreen side trim may move and, in rare cases, detach. The trim will be checked and replaced if it does not comply.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WINDSCREEN TRIM MAY DETACH
    Defect
    It has been identified that one of the windscreen side trims is not compliant. This may lead to the side trim moving position and in rare cases detaching.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will be checked for windscreen trim compliance. Should a non-compliance be identified the side trims will be replaced.

  12. Fuel injector pump may leak fuel

    Reported February 25, 2009DVSA recall R/2009/02127 vehicles affected

    Defective pump cover material may cause fissures and fuel leakage over time. The fuel injector pump will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    It has been identified that a batch of fuel injector pumps supplied as spare parts may have covers manufactured from a defective material. This could cause the pump covers to develop fissures which over time may lead to fuel leakage.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the fuel injector pump replaced.

  13. Engine relay unit may cause equipment faults

    Reported December 24, 2008Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2008/19942,217 vehicles affected

    An incorrect engine relay unit may deteriorate and cause operating faults or failure of some equipment. The unit will be checked and replaced if it is not to the correct specification.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WIPERS / LIGHTS/ BATTERY CHARGING MAY BE AFFECTED.
    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.

  14. Diesel return pipe may abrade and leak

    Reported July 28, 2008Model years 2006–2008DVSA recall R/2008/1156,444 vehicles affected

    The diesel return pipe may wear through and leak fuel. The pipe will be inspected; if damaged, it will be replaced, and if undamaged, reinforcement will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE LEAKAGE FROM THE DIESEL RETURN PIPE FIXED TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
    Defect
    It has been identified that the diesel fuel return pipe which is fixed to the inlet manifold may be abraded to the extent that if left undetected will leak.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles as a preventative measure will have the pipe inspected for damage. If any is found the pipe will be replaced. In cases where the pipe remains undamaged it will be fitted with reinforcement.

  15. Engine may stall under firm braking

    Reported May 15, 2008Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2008/0732,854 vehicles affected

    The engine may stall under very firm braking. Upgrade the engine ECU software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY STALL
    Defect
    It has been identified that there is a risk of the engine stalling under very firm braking conditions.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.

  16. Brake pedal may become stiff and reduce assistance

    Reported May 6, 2008Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2008/0515,114 vehicles affected

    A vacuum pump defect may make the brake pedal stiff and increase braking distances. The vacuum pump valve will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BRAKE PEDAL COULD BECOME STIFF THEREBY REDUCING BRAKING ASSISTANCE
    Defect
    The brake pedal might feel stiff and the braking distances extended as a result of a defect in the vacuum pump.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the valve in the vacuum pump.

  17. Vacuum pump may reduce braking assistance

    Reported February 5, 2008Model years 2005DVSA recall R/2008/0171,040 vehicles affected

    An out-of-specification vacuum pump may reduce braking assistance. The vacuum pump will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE
    Defect
    It has been identified that vehicles fitted with 2I HDI engines may have been fitted a vacuum pump which may not be to specification. This could lead to a decrease in braking assistance.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the vacuum pump replaced.

  18. Fuel may leak into engine after shutdown

    Reported February 23, 2006Model years 2004–2005DVSA recall R/2006/030257 vehicles affected

    An engine management fault may cause fuel to leak through the injectors after shutdown, preventing the engine from restarting because of excess fuel in the inlet manifold or cylinders. The engine management software will be upgraded.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL LEAKING INTO ENGINE
    Defect
    It has been identified that a potential fault in the engine management system could cause an internal fuel leak via one or more of the fuel injectors after switching off. This would result in a failure to restart because of excess fuel present in the inlet manifold or cylinders.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the engine management unit software upgraded.

  19. Diesel fuel return pipe may leak

    Reported April 25, 2005Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2005/0572,572 vehicles affected

    The fuel return pipe may seep fuel over time because of a manufacturing defect. It will be replaced with a quality-assured pipe.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    DIESEL FUEL RETURN PIPE MAY LEAK
    Defect
    The diesel fuel return pipe of the injection system for 1.6 HDI ( DV6) engines carries the risk that over time seeping of fuel may occur due to nonconformity in manufacture.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the return pipe replaced with a quality assured item.

  20. Engine may enter backup mode and reduce brake assistance

    Reported June 7, 2004Model years 2003–2004DVSA recall R/2004/0963,562 vehicles affected

    Excessive vibration of the injection butterfly may cause its upper stop to fail, putting the engine into backup mode and reducing brake assistance. New engine control unit software will be installed and the unit initialised.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY REVERT TO BACK UP MODE.BRAKE ASSISTANCE MAY REDUCE
    Defect
    The original ECU software could generate an excessive vibration of the injection butterfly. In very rare cases the butterfly upper stop may fail causing the engine to go to back up mode which may result in a drop of brake assistance efficiency
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and download new engine ECU software and initialisation of the ECU.

  21. Alloy wheels may crack around fixing holes

    Reported October 3, 2003Model years 2001–2003DVSA recall R/2003/15114,110 vehicles affected

    Under severe operating conditions and high mileage, the wheels may crack around the fixing holes and eventually detach. The wheels will be replaced with a modified type.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE CRACKING OF ROAD WHEEL
    Defect
    Under severe operating conditions and high mileage the pressed aluminium road wheels may crack around the wheel fixing holes. This could ultimately result in the detachment of a wheel.
    Remedy
    Replace the wheels with a modified type.

  22. ABS control unit may overheat

    Reported August 16, 2002Model years 2001–2002DVSA recall R/2002/090878 vehicles affected

    The ABS control unit may overheat, causing the brakes to switch to non-ABS mode. The unit’s identification number will be checked and the unit replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ABS CONTROL UNIT MAY OVERHEAT
    Defect
    The anti lock brake control unit may overheat and cause the footbrake to revert to none anti lock mode.
    Remedy
    Check the ABS control unit identification number and replace the control unit where found necessary.

  23. Handbrake may not hold the vehicle

    Reported August 16, 2002DVSA recall R/2002/08416,061 vehicles affected

    If the handbrake is not fully applied, it may fail to hold the vehicle stationary. A modified handbrake lever will be fitted to ensure effective brake application.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REPLACEMENT OF HANDBRAKE LEVER
    Defect
    There is a possibility that the handbrake will not hold the vehicle stationary if it is not fully applied.
    Remedy
    Fit a modified handbrake lever designed to ensure that an effective brake application is always made

  24. ABS ring defect may cause system malfunction

    Reported January 23, 2002Model years 2000DVSA recall R/2002/0092,373 vehicles affected

    A defect in the front wheel bearing ABS ring may cause the anti-lock braking system to malfunction. Replace the front wheel bearings.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CONCERN
    Defect
    A defect in the ABS (Antilock Brake) ring on the front wheel bearings may cause a malfunction of the Antilock Brake System.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and fit new front wheel bearings.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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