Citroen Berlingo reliability

Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.

Fix: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 1,030 vehicles

Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing information on the tyre pressure label.

Fix: Replace the tyre pressure label.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 590 vehicles

Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.

Fix: Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 32,360 vehicles

Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Fix: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 946 vehicles

Affected vehicles may experience an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) that cannot connect to the remote server.

Fix: Change the ATB.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 6 vehicles

Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.

Fix: Change the ATB.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 1 vehicles

On affected vehicles the front brake discs may not be to the required specification and may become noisy and in exceptional cases the brake disc may fail

Fix: On the affected vehicles the front brake discs and pads will be replaced

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 6 vehicles

Affected vehicles may suffer a loss of Hydraulic Brake Compensation (HBC). In a worst-case scenario this can lead to reduced brake performance.

Fix: Update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 70 vehicles

Affected vehicles may have a tyre load index reported on the vehicle�s CoC lower than the rear axle capacity declared on the VIN label.

Fix: Replace the VIN label and provide an Addendum to the CoC (Certificate of Conformity).

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 210 vehicles

On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.

Fix: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 6,867 vehicles

There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.

Fix: Update the software of the traction battery control unit.

Recalled models: BERLINGO ELECTRIC · 1,254 vehicles

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).

Recalled models: BERLINGO V3 · 13,740 vehicles

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). The timing belt will be checked and if needed replaced with other components of the braking assistance system and the vacuum pump.

Recalled models: BERLINGO V3 · 652 vehicles

The possibility that the lower metal engine protection guard could trap material between it and the underside of the engine exhaust system.

Fix: Replace the metal under engine protection guard with a different design to prevent the collection of material.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 630 vehicles

Tyres may have been damaged in the manufacturing plant.

Fix: Visually check the affected tyres and replace them if necessary.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 3 vehicles

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.

Recalled models: BERLINGO V3 · 21,226 vehicles

The inner tie rods connecting the steering rack to the track rod end are not correct to specification

Fix: Replace the steering rack inner tie rods (on both sides)

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 428 vehicles

The urea injector may temporarily block

Fix: Update the engine management software

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 1 vehicles

Steering columns were produced not according to specification

Fix: Replacement of the steering column.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 111 vehicles

The passenger outer seat belts may not be correct to specification

Fix: Replace the front outer passenger seat belt.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 12,796 vehicles

A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain circumstances damage the diesel particle filter.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 148 vehicles

The handbrake mechanism may not be correct to specification.

Fix: Check the handbrake mechanism and if necessary replace the hand brake lever.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 744 vehicles

On the affected vehicles an internal component within the airbag triggering ECU may have been damaged which could lead to non deployment. There are no early warning signs or symptoms for the customer to indicate if the ECU is incorrect.

Fix: The manufacturer has no simple method to check the internal component. Therefore all ECU's in affected vehicles to be changed as a precaution.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 110 vehicles

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.

Recalled models: BERLINGO VU (89) · 75 vehicles

A component in the gearbox actuator may not be to the correct specification which may affect gear selection.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the gearbox actuator

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 16 vehicles

The bonnet may not close correctly over time because a possible non-conformity with the fixing of the bonnet catch. The driver may notice in certain cases difficulty in opening or closing the bonnet easily or vibrations or slight movement of the bonnet when driving. The risk is incorrect closing of the bonnet which could lead without any warning to unwanted opening when driving.

Fix: Recall the the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the front bumper support. Where necessary the front bumper support will be replaced.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 767 vehicles

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.

Fix: Replace the driver's air bag module on affected vehicles

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 967 vehicles

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.

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

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 279 vehicles

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.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 88 vehicles

The roof panel rear flap hinge may have a defect which will eventually allow the roof panel to detach.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to either reinforce the retention of the hinges or changing the roof panel rear flap.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 16 vehicles

The passenger airbag wiring harness connector may not be to specification which can cause the illumination of the warning light on the dashboard or if involved in a impact the incorrect deployment of the airbag.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the passenger airbag wiring harness.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 336 vehicles

It has been identified that the possibility exists that the mounting ball on both tailgate support struts may rotate when the tailgate is opened or closed. Should one of the support struts dislocate the tailgate may not remain in the open position.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the mounting ball joints on the tailgate support struts replaced.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 157 vehicles

The rear dampers lower fixing bolts may become loose.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to check conformity of damper lower fixing bolt and replace if necessary

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 54 vehicles

The heat shield protecting the spare wheel and carrier may detach because of the vibrations it is subjected to.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to modify the heat shield or where necessary replace the spare wheel carrier which incorporates the heat shield.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 4,440 vehicles

It has been identified that the fixing for the left hand seat belt inertia reel may not have tightened to the specified torque. As a result in the event of an impact the seat belt may not function as designed.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the fixing checked to ensure that it is at the correct torque tightening same as necessary.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 6 vehicles

The left hand rear seat may not be fully secure because the right hand seat fixing may have been welded incorrectly. If the weld is incorrect the seat may detach during an accident.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary repair the seat fixing.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 10 vehicles

An incorrect engine relay unit may have been fitted. This ECU could deteriorate and cause operating faults and perhaps failure of certain equipment

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check Engine Relay Unit and replace if not correct specification.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 6,031 vehicles

It has been identified that one component of the computer that controls the operation of the wipers lighting and battery charging is not to specification. This can result in erratic operation or failure of one or all of the specified functions.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject computer replaced.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 45 vehicles

In the exceptional event of a spring breaking there could be a risk of the spring making contact with the vehicle tyre.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a suspension cup to each side of the front suspension.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 163,446 vehicles

In the exceptional event of a spring breaking there could be a risk of the spring making contact with the vehicle tyre.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a suspension cup to each side of the front suspension.

Recalled models: BERLINGO ELECTRIC · 50,357 vehicles

The air bag control unit may be underestimating the significance of an impact for the purposes of deploying the airbags.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the airbag control unit replaced.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 13,624 vehicles

There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 1,070 vehicles

There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.

Recalled models: BERLINGO · 9,088 vehicles