Citroën C1 Recall R/2011/070: Suspension May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 20 Jun 2011
- Launched
- 6
- vehicles in the UK
- MLN
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C1 vehicles built between 15 February 2011 and 15 February 2011. The left hand side front chassis may have a nonconformity which may lead to a risk of poor securing of the suspension arm. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the left hand side front chassis member. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The left hand side front chassis may have a nonconformity which may lead to a risk of poor securing of the suspension arm.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SUSPENSION MAY FAIL Defect: The left hand side front chassis may have a nonconformity which may lead to a risk of poor securing of the suspension arm. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the left hand side front chassis member.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a risk of poor securing of the suspension arm.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the left hand side front chassis member.
Are You Affected?
C1 built between 15 February 2011 and 15 February 2011 may be included. Citroën estimates 6 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 MLN or the DVSA reference R/2011/070. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C1The stitching pattern used on the rear seat belt material is not to correct specification | Urgent | R/2020/355 | |
| C1The bonding of the rear door window glass to the hinge assemblies may not conform to specification | Book soon | R/2018/359 | |
| C1Steering column may fail unexpectedly | Urgent | R/2016/136 | |
| C1Bumper may not perform as designed in a collision | Low | R/2015/024 | |
| C1Loss of control | Urgent | R/2014/173 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2011/061 on 17 Jun 2011, for passenger may influence brake operation. The one launched after it was R/2011/080 on 5 Jul 2011, for engine may stall. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2011 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/070, launched 20 June 2011. 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.