Citroën C1, C3, Nemo Recall R/2010/192: Engine May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 5 Nov 2010
- Launched
- 72
- vehicles in the UK
- MHB
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C1, C3, Nemo vehicles built between 10 May 2010 and 17 October 2010. Due to incorrect machining it is possible that the crankshaft is not to the correct specification which can lead to insufficient lubrication of the crankshaft and subsequent engine failure. The dealer will replace the engine. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to incorrect machining it is possible that the crankshaft is not to the correct specification which can lead to insufficient lubrication of the crankshaft and subsequent engine failure.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY FAIL Defect: Due to incorrect machining it is possible that the crankshaft is not to the correct specification which can lead to insufficient lubrication of the crankshaft and subsequent engine failure. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the engine.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to insufficient lubrication of the crankshaft and subsequent engine failure.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the engine.
Are You Affected?
C1, C3, Nemo built between 10 May 2010 and 17 October 2010 may be included. Citroën estimates 72 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 campaign code MHB or the DVSA reference R/2010/192. 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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This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2010/189 on 5 Nov 2010, for parking brake may fail. The one launched after it was R/2010/223 on 17 Dec 2010, for braking assistance may not perform correctly. You can also see every Citroën recall and all recalls launched in 2010.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/192, launched 5 November 2010. 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.