Citroen recall: Starter motor may not operate correctly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.
- What to do
- Contact a Citroen dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.
The fix
On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-elysee | 15 Jun 2016 | 11 Oct 2016 | 3,607 |
| C4 PICASSO | 15 Jun 2016 | 11 Oct 2016 | 3,607 |
| Dispatch Iv | 15 Jun 2016 | 11 Oct 2016 | 3,607 |
| C3 | 15 Jun 2016 | 11 Oct 2016 | 3,607 |
| Spacetourer | 15 Jun 2016 | 11 Oct 2016 | 3,607 |
| C4 CACTUS | 15 Jun 2016 | 11 Oct 2016 | 3,607 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 24 April 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.