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Citroen C1 Recalls

There are currently 13 safety recalls out on the Citroen C1. To find out whether your car is affected, you'll need to find your car's VIN number.

How to find your VIN

The VIN can often be found on the lower-left corner of the dashboard, in front of the steering wheel.

You can read the number by looking through the windshield. The VIN may also appear in a number of other locations:

  • Front of the engine block. This should be easy to spot by opening the bonnet, and looking at the front of the engine.
  • Front of the car frame, near the container that holds windshield washer fluid.
  • Rear wheel well. Try looking up, directly above the tyre.
  • Inside the driver-side doorjamb. Open the door, and look underneath where the side-view mirror would be located if the door was shut.
  • Driver-side doorpost. Open the door, and look near the spot where the door latches, not too far from the seatbelt return.
  • Underneath the spare tyre.
VIN Location Diagram

If you still can't locate the VIN, try consulting your vehicle manual. Or, call a dealership or the manufacturer and request guidance.

Step 2 - See if your car is affected
  • Announcement date:
    02/12/2020
    Recalls number:
    R/2020/355
    VIN start:
    VF7******LR554259
    VIN end:
    VF7******LR557199
    Car Build Date:
    27/08/2020 - 30/09/2020
    Concern:
    The Stitching Pattern Used On The Rear Seat Belt Material Is Not To Correct Specification
    Defect:
    On affected vehicles some rear seat belts may have incorrect stitching on the belt material to connect the buckle to the anchor plate.
    Remedy:
    Check seat belts and relace if necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    12/12/2018
    Recalls number:
    R/2018/359
    VIN start:
    VF7******89002046
    VIN end:
    VF7******89740156
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2005 - 21/11/2013
    Concern:
    The Bonding Of The Rear Door Window Glass To The Hinge Assemblies May Not Conform To Specification
    Defect:
    On the affected vehicles the bonding of the rear door window glass to the hinge assemblies may not conform to specification.
    Remedy:
    Check and if necessary replace the rear window or re- bond the rear window glass hinges.
  • Announcement date:
    27/06/2016
    Recalls number:
    R/2016/136
    VIN start:
    VF7******ER516105
    VIN end:
    VF7******ER523367
    Car Build Date:
    09/09/2014 - 15/10/2014
    Concern:
    Steering Column May Fail Unexpectedly
    Defect:
    A component of the steering column may not be to specification and could fail. If this occurs there would be a loss of directional control.
    Remedy:
    The manufacturer will contact keepers of affected vehicles and advise not to use the vehicle. Examine vehicles and on those with the affected component replace the steering column.
  • Announcement date:
    30/01/2015
    Recalls number:
    R/2015/024
    VIN start:
    VF7******ER528938
    VIN end:
    VF7******ER529151
    Car Build Date:
    13/11/2014 - 14/11/2014
    Concern:
    Bumper May Not Perform As Designed In A Collision
    Defect:
    Affected vehicles may have a small defect in the front bumper frame. This may affect its impact absorption in the even of a collision.
    Remedy:
    If required replace front bumper frame.
  • Announcement date:
    19/12/2014
    Recalls number:
    R/2014/173
    VIN start:
    VF7******DR562813
    VIN end:
    VF7******DR570792
    Car Build Date:
    20/06/2013 - 27/08/2013
    Concern:
    Loss Of Control
    Defect:
    The front shock absorber rod may have an internal fault which could cause it to brake. This could have an adverse affect on the front suspension and the driver's ability to control the vehicle.
    Remedy:
    On affected vehicles replace both front shock absorbers.
  • Announcement date:
    25/02/2014
    Recalls number:
    R/2014/028
    VIN start:
    VF7******DR568286
    VIN end:
    VF7******DR569631
    Car Build Date:
    25/07/2013 - 31/07/2013
    Concern:
    Rear Cross-member May Fail And Cause Driver To Lose Control
    Defect:
    On subject vehicles a weld on the rear cross member might be non-compliant and eventually cause the weld between the cross member and the vehicle body to break. This may lead to a partial detachment of the axle and cause the driver to lose control.
    Remedy:
    Contact keepers using DVLA and manufacturer's records. Check the compliance of the weld on the O/S/R and if necessary replace the cross member.
  • Announcement date:
    14/11/2012
    Recalls number:
    R/2012/129
    VIN start:
    VF7******89739125
    VIN end:
    VF7******AA643052
    Car Build Date:
    26/05/2010 - 26/08/2010
    Concern:
    Engine May Fail
    Defect:
    It has been established that the con-rod (big end) shell bearings may not have been manufactured to specification. This could lead to premature deterioration of the shells and if not identified it could result in engine failure.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles and replace con-rod shell bearings.
  • Announcement date:
    20/06/2011
    Recalls number:
    R/2011/070
    VIN start:
    VF7******89527466
    VIN end:
    VFY******89527504
    Car Build Date:
    15/02/2011 - 15/02/2011
    Concern:
    Suspension May Fail
    Defect:
    The left hand side front chassis may have a nonconformity which may lead to a risk of poor securing of the suspension arm.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the left hand side front chassis member.
  • Announcement date:
    05/11/2010
    Recalls number:
    R/2010/192
    VIN start:
    VF7******AA591443
    VIN end:
    VF7******89739019
    Car Build Date:
    10/05/2010 - 17/10/2010
    Concern:
    Engine May Fail
    Defect:
    Due to incorrect machining it is possible that the crankshaft is not to the correct specification which can lead to insufficient lubrication of the crankshaft and subsequent engine failure.
    Remedy:
    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the engine.
  • Announcement date:
    04/06/2010
    Recalls number:
    R/2010/060
    VIN start:
    VF7******9J324087
    VIN end:
    VF7******9J346065
    Car Build Date:
    02/12/2009 - 03/12/2009
    Concern:
    Front Seat Belt May Not Lock Correctly
    Defect:
    The front seat belts may not lock in the buckles correctly which will have the affect of the front passengers not being sufficiently restrained in the case of a violent impact.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary repair the seat belt locking mechanism.
  • Announcement date:
    19/02/2010
    Recalls number:
    R/2010/012
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
    Concern:
    Accelerator Pedal May Fail To Return To Idle
    Defect:
    It has been identified that within the mechanism of the accelerator pedal there is a friction lever which interacts with a sliding surface. Over time and under certain conditions the contact surfaces may generated excessive friction and latterly the movement of the accelerator pedal. This over time and under certain conditions will result in the accelerator pedal becoming intermittently more difficult to push; or slower to return. In rare instances the accelerator pedal can remain in the partially depressed position.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have a reinforcing plate fitted within the accelerator pedal mechanism which will ensure continued correct functionality.
  • Announcement date:
    28/07/2009
    Recalls number:
    R/2009/075
    VIN start:
    VF7******89348196
    VIN end:
    VF7******89351002
    Car Build Date:
    01/05/2009 - 31/05/2009
    Concern:
    Wheel Studs May Become Loose
    Defect:
    A possible substandard tapping of one or more of the wheel stud holes may result in a reduction of the wheel stud to hub torque setting.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles and replace hubs.
  • Announcement date:
    07/11/2007
    Recalls number:
    R/2007/165
    VIN start:
    VF7******89146681
    VIN end:
    VFY******89149153
    Car Build Date:
    16/05/2007 - 25/05/2007
    Concern:
    Possibility Of Fuel Leak
    Defect:
    It has been identified that during the fuel tank production process the joint between the tank and the fuel supply pipe assembly may not have been produced to the correct standard. Should this indeed be the case leakage from the supply pipe area of the fuel tank might occur.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the fuel tank inspected and replaced as necessary.
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