Citroen DS4 recalls

Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.

Fix: Check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.

262 vehicles · built 22 Jul 2022 to 30 Nov 2022

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.

Fix: 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).

13,740 vehicles · built 3 Apr 2017 to 30 Jul 2018

The rivet used to retain the curtain airbag in some vehicles could be incorrectly fitted.

Fix: Check if the curtain airbag is correctly retained by the rivet and if necessary refit the curtain airbag correctly.

38 vehicles · built 1 Mar 2022 to 6 Apr 2022

The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected due to material detaching from the timing belt.

Fix: 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.

3,101 vehicles · built 1 Jul 2014 to 8 Mar 2017

The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.

Fix: Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.

21,226 vehicles · built 20 Mar 2013 to 1 Apr 2017

Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the affected front airbags.

1,080 vehicles · built 2 Sep 2009 to 12 Apr 2017

The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.

Fix: Download new engine management software

5,290 vehicles · built 25 Sep 2013 to 15 May 2016

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.

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

75 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2017 to 30 Nov 2017

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

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.

Fix: 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.

41,893 vehicles · built 5 May 2016 to 27 May 2016

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.

3 vehicles · built 15 May 2014 to 23 May 2014

An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.

17 vehicles · built 25 Jan 2016 to 15 Feb 2016

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.

Fix: 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.

30 vehicles · built 13 Jul 2015 to 14 Jul 2015

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

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.

Fix: Retighten to the correct torque value the front suspension fixings fuel tank fixings fuel cooler fixing and rear wheel bolts.

8 vehicles · built 26 Jul 2012 to 26 Jul 2012

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the suspension bolts and tighten them to the correct torque.

6 vehicles · built 6 Feb 2012 to 8 Feb 2012

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the engine relay unit.

78 vehicles · built 13 Oct 2011 to 15 Nov 2011

The fixing bolts of the front LH and RH seat belt return rail may loosen and in cases of extreme force break.

Fix: The bolts on the left and right- hand sides will be replaced.

88 vehicles · built 22 Nov 2011 to 22 Nov 2011

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.

Fix: 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.

15 vehicles · built 27 Oct 2011 to 27 Oct 2011