Citroën Picasso Recall R/2006/095: Engine May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 8 Jun 2006
- Launched
- 127
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2006/095
- DVSA reference
Citroën recalled Picasso vehicles built between 27 February 2004 and 3 May 2004. The engine may have been fitted with a cylinder head where the lubrication circuit is not in conformity. The dealer will check the marking on the camshaft carrier and if found to be within the effected range the engine will be replaced. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The engine may have been fitted with a cylinder head where the lubrication circuit is not in conformity. This could result in failure of the engine.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY FAIL Defect: It has been identified that on a small number of vehicles the engine may have been fitted with a cylinder head where the lubrication circuit is not in conformity. This could result in failure of the engine. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the marking on the camshaft carrier checked and if found to be within the effected range the engine will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in failure of the engine.
The Fix
The dealer will check the marking on the camshaft carrier and if found to be within the effected range the engine will be replaced.
Are You Affected?
Picasso built between 27 February 2004 and 3 May 2004 may be included. Citroën estimates 127 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Citroën, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Citroën.
- Book with any franchised Citroën dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2006/095. See how to get a Citroën recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlingo, Picasso, XsaraRear damper may become insecure | Book soon | R/2009/099 | |
| Berlingo, Berlingo Multispace, PicassoSuspension springs may break | Book soon | R/2005/095 | |
| C4, C5, PicassoDiesel fuel return pipe may leak | Urgent | R/2005/057 | |
| PicassoAbnormal wear on the dashboard harness | Urgent | R/2005/016 | |
| PicassoPossible loss of acceleration | Low | R/2003/168 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2006/080 on 6 May 2006, for seatbelt may not operate as designed. The one launched after it was R/2006/214 on 11 Dec 2006, for possibility of fuel leak. You can also see every Citroën recall and all recalls launched in 2006.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/095, launched 8 June 2006. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.