Citroen Spacetourer reliability
The Citroen Spacetourer fails its MOT more often than most cars up to 5 years old: 22.2% of 2,123 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
49 DVSA recalls for the Citroen Spacetourer
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.
Speed Limitation – BCM software
Affected vehicles may have the incorrect speed limit displayed.
Fix: Update the Body Control Module Software.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 6 vehicles
Citroen Spacetourer (K0) Berlingo (K9) IVI software via OTA update.
Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.
Fix: Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER
Citroen Dispatch/Spacetourer Low In-use Performance ratio ECM s/w.
On affected vehicles there is an issue with the Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration which may lead to non-compliance with regulatory emission requirements.
Fix: Update the ECM calibration.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 396 vehicles
Citroën Spacetourer/Dispatch(K0) Rear Brake Discs
Affected vehicles may have been equipped with rear brake discs out of specification. These brake discs have insufficient contact with the wheel hub resulting in abnormal stress concentration.
Fix: Check the rear brake discs and replace them and the brake pads if necessary.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 5 vehicles
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
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: SPACETOURER · 473 vehicles
Citroen DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
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: SPACETOURER · 1,220 vehicles
Traction Battery software
Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Fix: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 82 vehicles
Citroen Spacetourer K0 TBMU software.
On affected vehicles they may have been supplied with incorrect software in the Traction Battery Management Unit (TBMU) that can lead to a non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
Fix: On the affected vehicles the TBMU software will be updated to meet regulatory requirements.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 27 vehicles
Citroen Spacetourer Dispatch K0 Seat Fixation
On affected vehicles there may be insufficient fixing on the 1st and/or 2nd row of seats that could potentially allow seat movement in the event of a collision
Fix: On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 63 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.
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: SPACETOURER · 6,867 vehicles
Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
Fix: Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 1,507 vehicles
The efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised.
On the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised
Fix: Check the rear brake caliper references and replace as necessary
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 27 vehicles
The high voltage harness fitted might not be to correct specification
The High Voltage Harness might not be to the correct specification.
Fix: Check the harness conformity and replace it if necessary.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 11 vehicles
Headrests on the front modular seat do not conform to the design specification
Affected vehicles may have been equipped with headrests on the front modular seat which do not conform to the design specification.
Fix: Check the conformity of the front headrests (presence of the catch); in cases of non-conformity the front headrests will be replaced.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 359 vehicles
Electrical harness could move from original position and weaken the harness
The rear window electrical harness could become displaced from its original position and present a potential thermal issue.
Fix: Check the routing of harness and replace the electrical harness if necessary. Add a fastening clip to ensure that the electrical harness will be maintained in its normal position.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 1 vehicles
Vehicles affected may have a single wheel bolt on both right hand side wheels which may not have been tightened correctly
A single wheel bolt on both Right-hand wheels may not be tightened to the correct tightening torque.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace wheel bolts and any other associated parts if consequential damage has occurred.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 7 vehicles
Vehicles affected may have a single wheel bolt on both left hand side wheels which may not have been tightened correctly
A single wheel bolt on both left-hand wheels may not be tightened to the correct tightening torque.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace wheel bolts and any other associated parts if consequential damage has occurred.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 12 vehicles
A rear seat longitudinal adjustment lever may not lock properly
A rear seat longitudinal adjustment lever may not lock properly.
Fix: Check affected seat frames and replacing them if necessary.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 3 vehicles
Incorrect catalytic convertor fitted to exhaust system
Affected Vehicles have been fitted with an exhaust system which is not correct to specification
Fix: Install correct exhaust system catalytic convertor.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 14 vehicles
One or more fixations of the seatbelts lower bolts may not be tightened correctly
The tightening and positioning of the seat belt lower bolts may be incorrect.
Fix: This campaign consists of checking and if necessary correcting both the position of the bolt and the tightening torque of all of the lower fixings of the seat belts.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 3,111 vehicles
Fuel tubes under body may become damaged over time
The fuel pipes under the body may have been damaged over time due to a relative movement between these pipes and their surroundings
Fix: Check the condition of the fuel pipes and replacing them if necessary. New protection will be fitted on all vehicles to prevent this damage in the future.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 21,087 vehicles
The rear brake hoses may have been damaged due to movement between these hoses and a clip
The rear brake hoses may have been damaged over time due to inappropriate movement between these hoses and a clip.
Fix: Check the condition of the rear left-hand and right-hand brake hoses and replacing them if necessary. A new retaining clip is fitted on all vehicles to prevent this relative movement.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 22,882 vehicles
One or more fixations of the seatbelts and one ground cable may not be tightened correctly
The tightening of the seat belt fixings and of certain earth cables may not conform to specification.
Fix: Tightening of the seat belt fixings and of certain earth cables
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 85 vehicles
Non-conformity of the rear brake callipers
A non-conformity of the rear brake callipers could reduce the efficiency of the parking brake
Fix: Check and if necessary replace the callipers.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 84 vehicles
Possible non conformity of seals in front wheel arches could lead to water ingress into certain electronic units
Possible non-conformity of certain seals in the front wheel arches could lead to water ingress into the passenger compartment.
Fix: Resealing these areas checking for the presence of water in the passenger compartment and replacing certain components in the interior if required
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 84 vehicles
The tightening of the rear suspension fixings may not be to specification
The tightening of some rear suspension fixings may not be correct to specification
Fix: Correcting some tightening torques and replacing some nuts and bolts.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 4 vehicles
Certain seals in the front wheel arches may not be correct to specification
Certain seals in the front wheel arches may not be correct to specification and may cause water ingress into the passenger compartment
Fix: Resealing these areas checking for the presence of water in the passenger compartment and replacing certain components in the interior if required.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 15 vehicles
If the front centre passenger seating position is occupied the front outer passenger seat belt could release
There is a risk of inadvertent release to the front outer passenger seat belt.
Fix: Modifying the central seat buckle with foam and heat-shrinkable protective tubing.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 16,122 vehicles
Front suspension may not be to correct specification
Possible slackening of the front wishbone ball joint.
Fix: Increasing the tightening torque of the ball joint and adding thread lock if the ball joint threads are found to be rusty or loose the ball joint will be replaced.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 11,023 vehicles
Rear suspension wishbone mounting bolts nay not be correct to specification
The rear suspension wishbone mountings bolts may not be correct to specification.
Fix: Replacement of the rear suspension wishbone bolts.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 313 vehicles
The fixing bolt of the front suspension wishbone may not be correct to specification
The fixing bolt of the front Suspension wishbone may not be correct to specification.
Fix: Replace the fixing bolts and nuts of the front suspension wishbones.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 47 vehicles
The steering rack assembly may not be correct to specification
The steering rack assembly may not be correct to specification.
Fix: Replace the steering rack assembly and the fixings.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 10 vehicles
Under certain driving conditions the air conditioning compressor pulley could break
The air conditioning compressor pulley could break and damage other components.
Fix: Replace the air conditioning compressor pulley and if necessary the protective cover.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 2,310 vehicles
Excessive loading of the front suspension could result in the loosening of the front wishbone lower ball joints
Excessive loading of the front suspension could result in the loosening of the front wishbone lower ball joints.
Fix: Increasing the tightening torque of the ball joint and adding thread lock to the ball joint threads if the ball joint threads are found to be rusty the ball joint will be replaced.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 2,633 vehicles
Tow ball support bracket durability inadequate
The tow ball bracket could not withstand mechanical constraints when subjected to the highest stress levels which can occur during the vehicle's lifetime.
Fix: The manufacturer�s remedy involves the replacement of the tow ball support bracket with a redesigned version.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 103 vehicles
Cooling system strategy could overheat the engine.
The cooling system strategy and the maximum temperature alert could cause the engine to overheat this may cause an oil leak from the sump drain cap. Due to the incorrect operation of the warning system there is no driver alert.
Fix: The remedy involves downloading new engine management software.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 660 vehicles
Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened
On the affected vehicles the tightening of a sealing plug on the engine oil gallery may not be correct to specification.This could lead over time to an oil leak which in rare cases could result in oil leaking on to the road.
Fix: The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 37 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: SPACETOURER · 198 vehicles
Starter motor supply wiring harness may become damaged
The positioning of the starter supply terminal may be incorrect. This may allow it to foul other components and cause a short circuit.
Fix: On affected vehicles check the positioning of the terminal and correct it if necessary.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 12 vehicles
Starter relay may overheat
Possible non-compliance of an internal component of the starter control relay could cause damage by overheating. This could cause unintended operation of the starter motor and in extreme instances; there is a risk of fire.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace the Electrical relay
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 151 vehicles
Air conditioning compressor support mountings may not be to specification
The tightness of one of the air conditioning compressor support mountings may not be correct to specification. This will result in an abnormal noise and possibility of the compressor becoming insecure
Fix: On affected vehicles check the tightness of the support; where necessary the support will be replaced.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 2,077 vehicles
Starter motor may not operate correctly
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.
Fix: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 3,607 vehicles
Unexpected airbag deployment
It has been identified that due to a possible non-conformity of certain seals on the vehicle�s body there is the possibility that water can enter the passenger compartment of the vehicle. The occupants should experience either wet carpets and or a possible damp smell. However the ingress of water into the cabin could affect the electrical operation of the airbag module which could lead to an unexpected deployment of the airbag.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to add additional sealant to the body interfaces and if required to replace any interior components damaged by the water ingress.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 141 vehicles
Brake servo may be insecure
The tightening torque of one of the nuts of the connection between the brake servo unit and the brake pedal may be not correct to specification. This may allow air to enter the servo
Fix: Check servo security and where necessary replace the brake servo unit
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 2 vehicles
Unexpected airbag deployment
On the affected vehicles a possible nonconformity of certain seals on the vehicle�s body could lead to water ingress in the passenger compartment. This may affect the operation of the passenger air bag. Unintended deployment is possible.
Fix: On affected vehicles add extra sealant and replace wet or water damaged components.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 1,653 vehicles
Wheel may detach
It has been identified that the wheel bolts may not have been tightened to the correct specification. The driver may experience a vibration through the steering wheel. However if not rectified there is a risk that the wheels may become damaged over time or the wheel could in extreme cases detach from the vehicle whilst driving. This could cause loss of control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the tightness of the road wheel bolts and rectify as necessary. In certain cases the replacement of the bolt(s) and wheel(s) may be necessary.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 83 vehicles
Malfunctions in electrical systems
It has been identified that some ground connections of the cabin wiring harness and the fixings of the airbag control unit may not be to specification. This issue or non-compliance could cause erratic malfunctions of certain electrical equipment even in very rare cases causing the engine to cut-off or airbags malfunction.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check tightness of the ground connections and airbag control unit fixings. If required these will need rectification.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 8 vehicles
Fuel may leak
On the affected vehicles a possible non-conformity in the positioning of the fuel filler neck seal near the filler cap could cause a fuel leak when completely filling up the tank.
Fix: Checking and if necessary refit seal.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 54 vehicles
Steering bolts may not be tightened correctly
Incorrect assembly of the steering rack which could cause the loss of the mechanical link between the steering pinion valve and the steering rack during parking manoeuvres at full lock.
Fix: Check affected vehicles and where necessary replace the steering rack.
Recalled models: SPACETOURER · 2 vehicles
Checking a Citroen Spacetourer 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.