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Citroen C5 Recalls

There are currently 24 safety recalls out on the Citroen C5. 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:
    13/02/2018
    Recalls number:
    R/2018/049
    VIN start:
    VF7******EJ800942
    VIN end:
    VF7******FY529667
    Car Build Date:
    01/12/2014 - 08/04/2015
    Concern:
    Engine May Overheat
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    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.
  • Announcement date:
    06/07/2017
    Recalls number:
    R/2017/208
    VIN start:
    VF7******FS512279
    VIN end:
    VF7******FL510640
    Car Build Date:
    15/05/2013 - 02/04/2017
    Concern:
    Starter Supply Wire May Chafe
    Defect:
    The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.
    Remedy:
    On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    20/07/2016
    Recalls number:
    R/2016/171
    VIN start:
    VF3******GZ023603
    VIN end:
    VF3******GJ676851
    Car Build Date:
    26/04/2016 - 02/05/2016
    Concern:
    Airbag May Incorrectly Deploy
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Replace the driver's air bag module on affected vehicles
  • Announcement date:
    08/12/2015
    Recalls number:
    R/2015/243
    VIN start:
    VF7******CS519265
    VIN end:
    VF7******EZ059357
    Car Build Date:
    01/09/2012 - 02/01/2014
    Concern:
    Fuel May Leak
    Defect:
    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
    Remedy:
    On affected vehicles replace fuel heater cover. Check and if necessary replace connector.
  • Announcement date:
    27/09/2013
    Recalls number:
    R/2013/108
    VIN start:
    VF7******CL522066
    VIN end:
    VF7******DL511294
    Car Build Date:
    13/06/2012 - 22/05/2013
    Concern:
    Fuel May Leak Onto Engine
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    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.
  • Announcement date:
    05/07/2011
    Recalls number:
    R/2011/080
    VIN start:
    VF7******9l526351
    VIN end:
    VF7******BL519350
    Car Build Date:
    22/04/2009 - 05/04/2011
    Concern:
    Engine May Stall
    Defect:
    It is possible for the engine to stall due to incorrect reading of oil levels during harsh and prolonged braking.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download new software to the engine ECU.
  • Announcement date:
    31/03/2011
    Recalls number:
    R/2011/032
    VIN start:
    VF7******9L518753
    VIN end:
    VF7******9L541864
    Car Build Date:
    10/03/2009 - 19/06/2009
    Concern:
    Windscreen Wiper Motor May Fail
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Replacement of drivers side windscreen wiper motor.
  • Announcement date:
    17/12/2010
    Recalls number:
    R/2010/223
    VIN start:
    VF7******13319991
    VIN end:
    VF7******9Z012710
    Car Build Date:
    21/12/2006 - 27/03/2009
    Concern:
    Braking Assistance May Not Perform Correctly
    Defect:
    In very rare circumstances the vacuum pump one way valve may not function correctly which could affect the level of braking assistance.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the brake vacuum pump one way valve.
  • Announcement date:
    05/11/2010
    Recalls number:
    R/2010/189
    VIN start:
    VF7******9L584065
    VIN end:
    VF7******AL524193
    Car Build Date:
    18/12/2009 - 17/03/2010
    Concern:
    Parking Brake May Fail
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the handbrake lever mechanism.
  • Announcement date:
    01/12/2009
    Recalls number:
    R/2009/138
    VIN start:
    VF7******9L540623
    VIN end:
    VF7******9L560655
    Car Build Date:
    03/06/2009 - 12/10/2009
    Concern:
    Rear Screen May Not Remain In Open Position.
    Defect:
    The ball mountings for the rear screen support struts may dislocate and the screen will not remain in open position
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles check security/tightness of strut mounting balls and replace any that are damaged.
  • Announcement date:
    13/11/2009
    Recalls number:
    R/2009/129
    VIN start:
    VF7*****540021659
    VIN end:
    VF7******9L533135
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/2008 - 30/06/2009
    Concern:
    Windscreen Trim May Detach
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will be checked for windscreen trim compliance. Should a non-compliance be identified the side trims will be replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    25/02/2009
    Recalls number:
    R/2009/021
    VIN start:
    VF7******76061437
    VIN end:
    VF7******76347350
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
    Concern:
    Fuel May Leak
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the fuel injector pump replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    24/12/2008
    Recalls number:
    R/2008/199
    VIN start:
    VF7******67002101
    VIN end:
    VF7******45299702
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2008 - 14/06/2008
    Concern:
    Wipers / Lights/ Battery Charging May Be Affected.
    Defect:
    An incorrect engine relay unit may have been fitted. This ECU could deteriorate and cause operating faults and perhaps failure of certain equipment
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles check Engine Relay Unit and replace if not correct specification.
  • Announcement date:
    28/07/2008
    Recalls number:
    R/2008/115
    VIN start:
    VF7******76602845
    VIN end:
    VF7******8U961521
    Car Build Date:
    02/03/2006 - 30/01/2008
    Concern:
    Possible Leakage From The Diesel Return Pipe Fixed To The Intake Manifold.
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    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.
  • Announcement date:
    15/05/2008
    Recalls number:
    R/2008/073
    VIN start:
    VF7******76603118
    VIN end:
    VF7******8U961396
    Car Build Date:
    13/02/2007 - 28/01/2008
    Concern:
    Engine May Stall
    Defect:
    It has been identified that there is a risk of the engine stalling under very firm braking conditions.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.
  • Announcement date:
    06/05/2008
    Recalls number:
    R/2008/051
    VIN start:
    VF7******74459011
    VIN end:
    VF7******76796753
    Car Build Date:
    31/03/2006 - 03/01/2007
    Concern:
    The Brake Pedal Could Become Stiff Thereby Reducing Braking Assistance
    Defect:
    The brake pedal might feel stiff and the braking distances extended as a result of a defect in the vacuum pump.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the valve in the vacuum pump.
  • Announcement date:
    05/02/2008
    Recalls number:
    R/2008/017
    VIN start:
    VF7******76602542
    VIN end:
    VF7******76701556
    Car Build Date:
    06/07/2005 - 07/07/2005
    Concern:
    Possibility Of Reduced Braking Performance
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the vacuum pump replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    23/02/2006
    Recalls number:
    R/2006/030
    VIN start:
    VF7******76600913
    VIN end:
    VF7******76666298
    Car Build Date:
    27/07/2004 - 25/02/2005
    Concern:
    Fuel Leaking Into Engine
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the engine management unit software upgraded.
  • Announcement date:
    25/04/2005
    Recalls number:
    R/2005/057
    Car Build Date:
    01/07/2004 - 30/10/2004
    Concern:
    Diesel Fuel Return Pipe May Leak
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the return pipe replaced with a quality assured item.
  • Announcement date:
    07/06/2004
    Recalls number:
    R/2004/096
    VIN start:
    VF7******76332962
    VIN end:
    VF7******76506174
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2003 - 31/03/2004
    Concern:
    Engine May Revert To Back Up Mode.brake Assistance May Reduce
    Defect:
    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
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles and download new engine ECU software and initialisation of the ECU.
  • Announcement date:
    03/10/2003
    Recalls number:
    R/2003/151
    VIN start:
    VF7D*****76003512
    VIN end:
    VF7D*****76436342
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/2001 - 31/05/2003
    Concern:
    Possible Cracking Of Road Wheel
    Defect:
    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.
    Remedy:
    Replace the wheels with a modified type.
  • Announcement date:
    16/08/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/090
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/2001 - 04/07/2002
    Concern:
    Abs Control Unit May Overheat
    Defect:
    The anti lock brake control unit may overheat and cause the footbrake to revert to none anti lock mode.
    Remedy:
    Check the ABS control unit identification number and replace the control unit where found necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    16/08/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/084
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 30/11/2001
    Concern:
    Replacement Of Handbrake Lever
    Defect:
    There is a possibility that the handbrake will not hold the vehicle stationary if it is not fully applied.
    Remedy:
    Fit a modified handbrake lever designed to ensure that an effective brake application is always made
  • Announcement date:
    23/01/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/009
    VIN start:
    VF7DC****76001698 to VF7DC****76038118
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/2000 - 28/02/2000
    Concern:
    Antilock Brake System Concern
    Defect:
    A defect in the ABS (Antilock Brake) ring on the front wheel bearings may cause a malfunction of the Antilock Brake System.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles and fit new front wheel bearings.
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