CITROEN C3 PICASSO UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2021/238 (3101)

Manufacturer Reference

HLT

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/329 (5290)

Manufacturer Reference

GUM

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/042 (17)

Manufacturer Reference

NRC

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/037 (209)

Manufacturer Reference

NAT

Defect

The weld securing the tailgate struts may not be strong enough to support the tailgate in the long term and may detach. If this happens the tailgate may not remain in the open position.

Remedy

In the event of the weld not meeting conformity the tailgate must be replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/025 (279)

Manufacturer Reference

NAZ

Defect

It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.

Remedy

Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2012/076 (123)

Manufacturer Reference

MQV

Defect

The battery earth cable dimensions are incorrect and may cause the cable to break. This will then cause the engine to cut out.

Remedy

Replace the battery negative cable with a new dimension cable. (length and terminal)

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2012/074 (963)

Manufacturer Reference

MQC

Defect

The ABS block may not conform to manufacturer specification. This could affect the operation of the ABS/ESP systems on the rare occasions that they are activated.

Remedy

The hydraulic ABS/ESP block will be checked and if necessary replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2011/120 (9175)

Manufacturer Reference

MLY

Defect

The battery earth return cable maybe too short which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail at its gearbox mounting point. This could result in the engine cutting out.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicle and replace the battery earth return cable.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2011/061 (24213)

Manufacturer Reference

MLT

Defect

The brakes could be inadvertently applied by the passenger.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a cover over the cross shaft lobe on the passenger side.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2010/118 (13234)

Manufacturer Reference

MFM

Defect

The security of the windscreen trim may deteriorate over a period of time. This could ultimately result in detachment of the trim.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles check security of trim and if required replace trim.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2010/054 (611)

Manufacturer Reference

MEX

Defect

The fuel supply lines may not be correctly routed under the vehicle and may contact the heat shield. Should this occur it can result in chaffing of the fuel pipe which can cause a leak.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicles and fit additional securing fixings.