Citroen C-Crosser reliability
The Citroen C-Crosser fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 44.5% of 2,031 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.
11 DVSA recalls for the Citroen C-Crosser
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Ancillaries belt tensioner mounting may not be correct to specification
Ancillaries drive belt tensioner mounting may not be correct to specification.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace the ancillaries drive belt tensioner.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 9 vehicles
Adhesive used to fix sunroof glass assembly to outer frame may not be to correct specification
There is a possibility that the sunroof glass assembly could detach itself from the outer frame
Fix: Replace the sunroof assembly.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 15 vehicles
Water ingress may cause windscreen wiper motor to fail
On the affected vehicles the windscreen wiper motor breather system may not be To the correct specification. This could in some cases result in water ingress leading to jamming of the motor due to corrosion. This could cause the wipers to cease operation or not start which in turn could result in restricted visibility for the driver.
Fix: Replace the windscren wiper motor and one of the windscreen wiper mechanism rods.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 3,211 vehicles
Malfunction causing instrument panel functions to become inoperable
An electronic component within the Built-in Systems Interface (BSI) may not be to the correct specification. This could cause the audio-navigation system the wipers and exterior lighting to malfunction and the warning light on the instrument panel may illuminate.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the BSI unit. Where the production date of the BSI unit is in the affected range the unit will be replaced.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 733 vehicles
Brake light may not illuminate
Brake light switch contacts may become contaminated and the switch may not operate the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed.
Fix: Replace brake light switch and clean switch harness on affected vehicles .
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 2,474 vehicles
Brake lights may not operate and drive belt may not perform correctly
Brake light switch contacts may become contaminated and the switch may not operate the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed. Ancillary drive belt may fail affecting steering assistance battery charging and air conditioning operation.
Fix: On affected vehicles; replace brake light switch and clean switch harness; Replace drive belt and if necessary belt tensioner rollers
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 8 vehicles
Loss of power steering assistance
Due to the type of material used for the engine drive belt the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. With continued use under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.
Fix: Replace engine drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s).
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 2 vehicles
Short circuit may occur
On affected vehicles connectors intended to supply the electric front seats fitted to some versions are not used and are located under the rear footwell carpets. If these connectors come into contact with water of melted snow and de-icing agents they may corrode over a period of time and cause localised electrical overheating.
Fix: The operation involves repositioning these electrical supply wires for the two front seats to move them higher up on the seat frame.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 45 vehicles
Braking assistance may be affected
It has been identified that due to incorrect operation of the brake servo valve the effectiveness of the assistance provided could be reduced. It should be noted that the brake function remains in operation.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve replaced.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 7 vehicles
Possible leakage from the diesel return pipe fixed to the intake manifold.
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.
Fix: 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.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 1,611 vehicles
Engine may stall
It has been identified that there is a risk of the engine stalling under very firm braking conditions.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the engine ECU software upgraded.
Recalled models: C-CROSSER · 1,427 vehicles
Checking a Citroen C-Crosser before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.