Citroen Ds4 reliability
The Citroen Ds4 fails its MOT more often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 41.4% of 7,111 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
19 DVSA recalls for the Citroen Ds4
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.
Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.
Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.
Fix: Check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.
Recalled models: DS4 · 262 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.
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: DS4 · 13,740 vehicles
The rivet used to retain the curtain air bag could be incorrectly fitted
The rivet used to retain the curtain airbag in some vehicles could be incorrectly fitted.
Fix: Check if the curtain airbag is correctly retained by the rivet and if necessary refit the curtain airbag correctly.
Recalled models: DS4 · 38 vehicles
The operation of the brake vacumn pump may be affected due to material detaching from the timing belt
The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected due to material detaching from the timing belt.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace the timing belt and other components of the braking assistance system including the vacuum pump. Additionally alter servicing schedules depending on usage.
Recalled models: DS4 · 3,101 vehicles
The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt
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: DS4 · 21,226 vehicles
Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly
Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace the affected front airbags.
Recalled models: DS4 · 1,080 vehicles
Due to the calibration of the engine management software nox emissions may not comply with regulatory limits
The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.
Fix: Download new engine management software
Recalled models: DS4 · 5,290 vehicles
Engine component may not be to specification
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: DS4 · 75 vehicles
Starter supply wire may chafe
The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.
Fix: On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.
Recalled models: DS4 · 2,014 vehicles
Bonnet may open unexpectedly
It has been identified that the bonnet striker support may corrode. If this corrosion is not treated there is a possibility the bonnet striker support may fail which will allow the bonnet to open whilst the vehicle is in motion. Early warning signs or symptoms of corrosion can be seen by the driver around the bonnet striker support and on the leading edge of the bonnet also the bonnet may not lock correctly.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles to inspect the area around the bonnet striker support and take preventive action to protect the area from corrosion which may include the replacement of the bonnet if required.
Recalled models: DS4 · 41,893 vehicles
Fuel may leak
The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure in the injector supply rail which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.
Recalled models: DS4 · 3 vehicles
Oil leak may damage engine
An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.
Recalled models: DS4 · 17 vehicles
Seatbelt may fail
The tightening torque for the front and rear right hand seat belt lower mountings may not be correct to specification. This could lead to the mountings detaching and in a collision additional injury to the driver.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and rectify the tightening torques for the front and rear right hand seat belt lower mountings.
Recalled models: DS4 · 30 vehicles
Fuel may leak
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
Fix: On affected vehicles replace fuel heater cover. Check and if necessary replace connector.
Recalled models: DS4 · 9,483 vehicles
Directional control may be lost
The torque settings of the fixings of the front suspension fuel tank fuel cooler and the rear wheels have been set incorrectly. Consequences of the incorrect torque settings include abnormal noise and poor operation of the vehicle.
Fix: Retighten to the correct torque value the front suspension fixings fuel tank fixings fuel cooler fixing and rear wheel bolts.
Recalled models: DS4 · 8 vehicles
Suspension bolt torque may be incorrect
The front suspension lower arms may not be fully secure as the mounting bolts may not have been tightened correctly. The driver will initially be alerted to there being a concern because of the abnormal noise that will develop. If the noise is ignored over a long period it is possible the suspension lower arms may detach.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the suspension bolts and tighten them to the correct torque.
Recalled models: DS4 · 6 vehicles
Vehicle may cut out
The supply terminal to the engine relay unit may have been over tightened and over time this could damage the component and cause the engine to cut out. In addition this could cause the diagnostic warning lamp to illuminate in error and it may make it more difficult to start the engine.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the engine relay unit.
Recalled models: DS4 · 78 vehicles
Seat belt fixing bolts may loosen
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: DS4 · 88 vehicles
Braking performance may decrease
The stroke of the brake pedal which could affect the slowing down of the vehicle may be in excess of manufacturer's recommendations due to the brake bleeding operation not being fully performed.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to ensure the brakes have been fully bled and that brake travel is within manufacturer's recommendation.
Recalled models: DS4 · 15 vehicles
Checking a Citroen Ds4 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.