Citroen C5 recalls

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.

Fix: 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.

2,098 vehicles · built 1 Dec 2014 to 8 Apr 2015

The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.

Fix: On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.

2,014 vehicles · built 15 May 2013 to 2 Apr 2017

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.

Fix: Replace the driver's air bag module on affected vehicles

967 vehicles · built 26 Apr 2016 to 2 May 2016

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

Fix: On affected vehicles replace fuel heater cover. Check and if necessary replace connector.

9,483 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2012 to 2 Jan 2014

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.

Fix: 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.

30 vehicles · built 13 Jun 2012 to 22 May 2013

It is possible for the engine to stall due to incorrect reading of oil levels during harsh and prolonged braking.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download new software to the engine ECU.

157 vehicles · built 22 Apr 2009 to 5 Apr 2011

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.

Fix: Replacement of drivers side windscreen wiper motor.

4,271 vehicles · built 10 Mar 2009 to 19 Jun 2009

In very rare circumstances the vacuum pump one way valve may not function correctly which could affect the level of braking assistance.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the brake vacuum pump one way valve.

20,089 vehicles · built 21 Dec 2006 to 27 Mar 2009

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.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the handbrake lever mechanism.

957 vehicles · built 18 Dec 2009 to 17 Mar 2010

The ball mountings for the rear screen support struts may dislocate and the screen will not remain in open position

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check security/tightness of strut mounting balls and replace any that are damaged.

1,012 vehicles · built 3 Jun 2009 to 12 Oct 2009

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be checked for windscreen trim compliance. Should a non-compliance be identified the side trims will be replaced.

5,142 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2008 to 30 Jun 2009

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the fuel injector pump replaced.

27 vehicles

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

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

6,031 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2008 to 14 Jun 2008

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.

Fix: 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.

1,611 vehicles · built 2 Mar 2006 to 30 Jan 2008

It has been identified that there is a risk of the engine stalling under very firm braking conditions.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.

1,427 vehicles · built 13 Feb 2007 to 28 Jan 2008

The brake pedal might feel stiff and the braking distances extended as a result of a defect in the vacuum pump.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the valve in the vacuum pump.

2,557 vehicles · built 31 Mar 2006 to 3 Jan 2007

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the vacuum pump replaced.

520 vehicles · built 6 Jul 2005 to 7 Jul 2005

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the engine management unit software upgraded.

257 vehicles · built 27 Jul 2004 to 25 Feb 2005

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the return pipe replaced with a quality assured item.

1,286 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2004 to 30 Oct 2004

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

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and download new engine ECU software and initialisation of the ECU.

3,562 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2003 to 31 Mar 2004

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.

Fix: Replace the wheels with a modified type.

14,110 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2001 to 31 May 2003

The anti lock brake control unit may overheat and cause the footbrake to revert to none anti lock mode.

Fix: Check the ABS control unit identification number and replace the control unit where found necessary.

878 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2001 to 4 Jul 2002

There is a possibility that the handbrake will not hold the vehicle stationary if it is not fully applied.

Fix: Fit a modified handbrake lever designed to ensure that an effective brake application is always made

16,061 vehicles

A defect in the ABS (Antilock Brake) ring on the front wheel bearings may cause a malfunction of the Antilock Brake System.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit new front wheel bearings.

2,373 vehicles · built 1 Jan 2000 to 28 Feb 2000