Citroën Relay Recall R/2008/037: Steering May Become Stiff, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Mar 2008
- Launched
- 2,779
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2008/037
- DVSA reference
Citroën recalled Relay vehicles built between 18 July 2006 and 8 March 2007. A problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring. The dealer will check the steering mechanism and lubricated. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING MAY BECOME STIFF Defect: It has been identified that a problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the steering mechanism checked and lubricated. The mechanism will be replaced if found to be damaged. At the same time certain vehicles will have key components reinforced against the ingress of water. Thus preventing operating faults in the long term.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in hardness whilst manoeuvring.
The Fix
The dealer will check the steering mechanism and lubricated.
Are You Affected?
Relay built between 18 July 2006 and 8 March 2007 may be included. Citroën estimates 2,779 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/2008/037. 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?.
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| RelayFront camera software | Urgent | R/2025/340 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2008/021 on 20 Feb 2008, for braking assistance may be lost. The one launched after it was R/2008/051 on 6 May 2008, for the brake pedal could become stiff thereby reducing braking assistance. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/037, launched 20 March 2008. 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.