Citroen DS4 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 19 safety recalls naming the Citroen DS4, launched from 2012 to 2023. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Citroen DS4 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 19
- 2012 to 2023
- Latest recall
- 27 January 2023
- R/2023/032
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Citroen DS4 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.
R/2023/032, launched 27 January 2023, 262 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.
Remedy: Check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.
On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
R/2023/036, launched 13 December 2022, 13,740 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4 Cactus, C4 Picasso, DS3
Defect: On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
Remedy: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).
THE RIVET USED TO RETAIN THE CURTAIN AIR BAG COULD BE INCORRECTLY FITTED
R/2022/144, launched 12 May 2022, 38 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rivet used to retain the curtain airbag in some vehicles could be incorrectly fitted.
Remedy: Check if the curtain airbag is correctly retained by the rivet and if necessary refit the curtain airbag correctly.
THE OPERATION OF THE BRAKE VACUMN PUMP MAY BE AFFECTED DUE TO MATERIAL DETACHING FROM THE TIMING BELT
R/2021/238, launched 23 June 2021, 3,101 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C3 Picasso, C4, DS3
Defect: 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.
THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY BE AFFECTED BY MATERIAL DETACHING FROM THE TIMING BELT
R/2020/327, launched 20 January 2021, 21,226 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C4, C4 Cactus, C4 Picasso, DS3
Defect: The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.
Remedy: Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.
FRONT AIR BAG IGNITERS MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
R/2019/339, launched 17 September 2020, 1,080 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C3, C4, DS3, DS5
Defect: Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly.
Remedy: Check and if necessary replace the affected front airbags.
DUE TO THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE NOX EMISSIONS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS
R/2019/329, launched 26 September 2019, 5,290 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C3 Picasso, C4, C4 Picasso, DS3, DS5
Defect: 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
ENGINE COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
R/2017/339, launched 15 December 2017, 75 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4 Picasso, DS3, DS5
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.
STARTER SUPPLY WIRE MAY CHAFE
R/2017/208, launched 6 July 2017, 2,014 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4, C5, DS5
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.
BONNET MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY
R/2016/241, launched 1 December 2016, 41,893 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: It has been identified that the bonnet striker support may corrode. If this corrosion is not treated there is a possibility the bonnet striker support may fail which will allow the bonnet to open whilst the vehicle is in motion. Early warning signs or symptoms of corrosion can be seen by the driver around the bonnet striker support and on the leading edge of the bonnet also the bonnet may not lock correctly.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to inspect the area around the bonnet striker support and take preventive action to protect the area from corrosion which may include the replacement of the bonnet if required.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2016/159, launched 14 July 2016, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure in the injector supply rail which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.
OIL LEAK MAY DAMAGE ENGINE
R/2016/042, launched 10 March 2016, 17 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C3, C3 Picasso, C4, C4 Picasso, DS3
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.
SEATBELT MAY FAIL
R/2016/030, launched 29 February 2016, 30 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: The tightening torque for the front and rear right hand seat belt lower mountings may not be correct to specification. This could lead to the mountings detaching and in a collision additional injury to the driver.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and rectify the tightening torques for the front and rear right hand seat belt lower mountings.
FUEL MAY LEAK
R/2015/243, launched 8 December 2015, 9,483 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4, C4 Picasso, C5, C8, DS5, Dispatch
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.
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE LOST
R/2012/134, launched 7 November 2012, 8 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: The torque settings of the fixings of the front suspension fuel tank fuel cooler and the rear wheels have been set incorrectly. Consequences of the incorrect torque settings include abnormal noise and poor operation of the vehicle.
Remedy: Retighten to the correct torque value the front suspension fixings fuel tank fixings fuel cooler fixing and rear wheel bolts.
SUSPENSION BOLT TORQUE MAY BE INCORRECT
R/2012/061, launched 1 May 2012, 6 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: The front suspension lower arms may not be fully secure as the mounting bolts may not have been tightened correctly. The driver will initially be alerted to there being a concern because of the abnormal noise that will develop. If the noise is ignored over a long period it is possible the suspension lower arms may detach.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the suspension bolts and tighten them to the correct torque.
VEHICLE MAY CUT OUT
R/2012/048, launched 23 April 2012, 78 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: The supply terminal to the engine relay unit may have been over tightened and over time this could damage the component and cause the engine to cut out. In addition this could cause the diagnostic warning lamp to illuminate in error and it may make it more difficult to start the engine.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the engine relay unit.
SEAT BELT FIXING BOLTS MAY LOOSEN
R/2012/026, launched 8 March 2012, 88 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C4, C4 Picasso
Defect: The fixing bolts of the front LH and RH seat belt return rail may loosen and in cases of extreme force break.
Remedy: The bolts on the left and right- hand sides will be replaced.
BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY DECREASE
R/2012/011, launched 30 January 2012, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4
Defect: The stroke of the brake pedal which could affect the slowing down of the vehicle may be in excess of manufacturer's recommendations due to the brake bleeding operation not being fully performed.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to ensure the brakes have been fully bled and that brake travel is within manufacturer's recommendation.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Citroen DS4, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Citroen dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.