Citroen Relay recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 34 safety recalls naming the Citroen Relay, launched from 2001 to 2026. 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 Relay recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 34
- 2001 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 15 October 2026
- R/2026/401
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Citroen Relay 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.
Relay – Fuel Pipe Leak.
R/2026/401, launched 15 October 2026, 158 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience a diesel fuel leak from the fuel pressure damper.
Remedy: Replace the lower section of the fuel pipe including the damper.
Relay software – turn signal detection.
R/2026/287, launched 3 July 2026, 2,193 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Body Control Module is not correctly configured to detect a failure in the indicator lamps. As a result if a turn indicator bulb fails it's not detected and the indicator warning does not activate.
Remedy: Update the vehicle configuration and the Secure Gateway Electronic Control Unit.
Relay Smart Tachograph.
R/2026/249, launched 29 May 2026, 18 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles have a smart tachograph fitted that may not comply with regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Replace the Tachograph Sensor Antenna(s) and adding Wiring Harnesses if necessary.
Citroen Relay Fuel Pipe Leak
R/2026/051, launched 30 January 2026, 557 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with fuel return pipes not according to specification which can lead to a fuel leak.
Remedy: Check the fuel return pipes and replace if necessary.
Citroen Relay Wrong Proxy Configuration.
R/2025/397, launched 16 September 2025, 13 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect speed limitation value displayed on the instrument cluster due to a wrong configuration.
Remedy: Update the configuration in the body control module.
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
R/2025/346, launched 18 August 2025. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4 Picasso, C5 Aircross, Dispatch, SpaceTourer
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.
Front Camera Software.
R/2025/340, launched 18 August 2025, 797 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) function may remain deactivated in a specific use case.
Remedy: Update the Front Camera software to ensure correct activation / deactivation of the AEB system.
Instrument Panel Cluster Software
R/2025/183, launched 13 May 2025, 11 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles a low AdBlue level message may not be displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster. This could lead to the possibility of not being able to start the vehicle due to an empty AdBlue tank.
Remedy: Update the Instrument Panel Cluster software.
Citroen Relay Traffic Sign Recognition software via OTA update.
R/2025/020, launched 16 January 2025, 8 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the traffic sign recognition function does not meet regulatory requirements. After de-activation it will remain de-activated even after vehicle restart.
Remedy: Update the radio software via over-the-Air.
Citroen Relay (X250) Rear view camera.
R/2024/384, launched 4 October 2024, 7 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles an incorrect radio may be fitted that does not provide rear view camera functionality to comply with regulatory requirements.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the radio will be replaced
Citroen Relay (X250) Wrong weight values on manufacturer plate
R/2024/373, launched 25 September 2024, 11 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a metal Manufacturer plate located in the engine compartment that shows the wrong weight values. This can lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Check and replace the metal Manufacturer plate.
On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.
R/2023/305, launched 10 October 2023, 2,219 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.
Remedy: Check and replace power steering hose if necessary.
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED EARTHING CONNECTION ON THE PROTECTIVE COVER OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTION BOX
R/2022/207, launched 13 July 2022, 12 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Some vehicles have been produced without the required earthing connection on the protective cover of the high voltage connection box.
Remedy: Check the affected vehicles and add the missing earthing connection wire between the box and the body if necessary.
THE SEAT FASTENING TO THE ANCHOR PLATE IS NOT CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION.
R/2021/355, launched 26 October 2021, 11 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The seat fastening to the anchor plate is not correct to specification.
Remedy: Replace’the swivel plates onto which the front seats are anchored.
AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE NOT FULLY COMPLIANT TO EUROPEAN REGULATION (165/2014+ EU799/2016) COVERING THE SMART TACHOGRAPH REQUIREMENTS
R/2021/012, launched 22 January 2021, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles are not fully compliant to European regulation (165/2014 + EU 799/2016) covering the ‘Smart Tachograph’ requirements.
Remedy: Replacing the tachograph gearbox and on certain vehicles the windscreen depending on the specification of the vehicle.
THE FRONT HUB ASSEMBLY FIXING ON TO THE FRONT SUSPENSION DAMPER MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2020/312, launched 28 October 2020, 1,955 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front hub assembly fixing on to the front suspension damper may not be correct to specification.
Remedy: Check the front hub assembly and replace if required.
THE BRAKE PIPE FIXINGS MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/381, launched 8 November 2019, 16,144 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The brake pipe fixings may not conform to specification
Remedy: Checking and repairing these fixings and replacing any damaged pipes as necessary
Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened
R/2018/187, launched 19 July 2018, 37 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4, DS5, DS7, Dispatch, SpaceTourer
Defect: On the affected vehicles the tightening of a sealing plug on the engine oil gallery may not be correct to specification.This could lead over time to an oil leak which in rare cases could result in oil leaking on to the road.
Remedy: The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque.
INSTRUMENT DISPLAY MAY TURN OFF INTERMITTENTLY
R/2016/003, launched 13 January 2016, 5,641 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The electrical switch of the steering lock may not conform to specification. This could cause the intermittent unwanted switching off of information displays on the instrument panel.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ignition switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2015/055, launched 9 March 2015, 1,145 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An internal component of the injector may not be to specification which could reduce the fuel pressure in the injection system. The concern can prevent the engine starting and/or cause the engine to stall.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the identification number of the engine injectors. Where necessary replace the injectors.
HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
R/2012/089, launched 30 August 2012, 7 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The fixture of the handbrake cable stop support may not have been produced to the correct specification. If not rectified this could cause a reduction in hand brake efficiency.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and install strengthening for the handbrake cable stop support under the vehicle.
SPARE WHEEL MAY DETACH
R/2011/093, launched 21 July 2011, 13,095 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
VACUUM BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY REDUCE.
R/2008/111, launched 16 July 2008, 307 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C4 Picasso, C8
Defect: It has been identified that the check valve within the brake assistance vacuum pump may suffer from a non-conformity which in time may reduce the braking assistance.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles as a preventative measure will have the subject valve replaced. At the same time certain vehicles will also have the air dosing unit replaced.
INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
R/2008/086, launched 10 June 2008, 67 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the relevant operating software upgraded.
STEERING MAY BECOME STIFF
R/2008/037, launched 20 March 2008, 2,779 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that a problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the steering mechanism checked and lubricated. The mechanism will be replaced if found to be damaged. At the same time certain vehicles will have key components reinforced against the ingress of water. Thus preventing operating faults in the long term.
BRAKES MAY FAIL
R/2008/025, launched 18 February 2008, 456 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Braking maybe impaired due to some brake pipes not being manufactured to conformity.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the serial numbers of the brake pipes and to replace the brake pipes where necessary.
BRAKING MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2006/072, launched 26 April 2006, 18,387 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Braking assistance could be adversely by freezing of moisture that may accumulate in the vacuum circuit.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that may be affected and fit a separate air vent complete with filter to each electro valve fitted to the vacuum circuit.
THE BRAKE HOSE MAY CHAFE AND LEAK
R/2004/169, launched 21 September 2004, 9,945 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The brake hoses may chafe on the wheel aches and in extreme cases cause a brake fluid leak. The driver will be informed of the defect by the illumination of a warning lamp on the dashboard. If ignored then this will result in longer than expected stopping distances.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and visually inspect the front brake hoses reinforcement and protection. The brake hoses if worn will be replaced.
ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY STICK OPEN.
R/2003/191, launched 19 April 2004, 10,473 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The accelerator pedal can become jammed in the fully open position.
Remedy: Replace the accelerator pedal stop with a modified version.
HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY
R/2003/174, launched 26 November 2003, 4,448 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The handbrake adjustment system may be unreliable which will reduce its efficiency under certain conditions.
Remedy: Check adjust and/or replace the brake shoe mechanisms.
POSSIBLE FIRE RISK IN HEATER BLOWER WIRING HARNESS
R/2003/114, launched 26 July 2003, 3,083 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Inadequate protection of the heater blower wiring harness may result in chafing damage leading to a short circuit and risk of fire.
Remedy: Check for correct routing of the blower wiring harness and fit a protective sleeve.
REAR SUSPENSION CROSS MEMBER MAY HAVE BEEN CUT
R/2002/163, launched 4 December 2002, 42 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear suspension cross member may have been cut in production. This could eventually result in failure of the cross member and cause loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy: Replace any rear suspension cross member found to be cut.
PARKING BRAKE CABLE MAY BREAK
R/2002/040, launched 17 April 2002, 171 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the parking brake cable may not be to the correct specification and could break at the rear section resulting in loss of parking brake.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace parking brake cable.
FUEL TANK MOUNTINGS
R/2000/141, launched 12 February 2001, 2,313 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Fuel tank rear mountings may not adequately secure the tank with a risk of possible disengagement.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit additional bolts or reinforcement plates to rear tank mountings depending on original build configuration.
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 Relay, 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.