Citroën Dispatch III Recall R/2011/114: Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 31 Aug 2011
- Launched
- 2
- vehicles in the UK
- MMH
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled Dispatch III vehicles built between 5 May 2011 and 5 May 2011. The engine cylinder head may not comply with manufacturing specification this may lead to an oil leak which if not rectified could result in fire if the oil contacts hot engine components. The dealer will check the cylinder head and replace if required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The engine cylinder head may not comply with manufacturing specification this may lead to an oil leak which if not rectified could result in fire if the oil contacts hot engine components.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: It has been identified that the engine cylinder head may not comply with manufacturing specification this may lead to an oil leak which if not rectified could result in fire if the oil contacts hot engine components. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicle check the cylinder head and replace if required.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to an oil leak which if not rectified could result in fire if the oil contacts hot engine components.
The Fix
The dealer will check the cylinder head and replace if required.
Are You Affected?
Dispatch III built between 5 May 2011 and 5 May 2011 may be included. Citroën estimates 2 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 MMH or the DVSA reference R/2011/114. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dispatch IIIOn the affected vehicles it is possible that a crack could develop over time on the counterweight supports located under the rear floor | Low | R/2019/296 | |
| C4, C4 Picasso, C5, C8 and 3 moreFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2015/243 | |
| Dispatch IIIFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2014/164 | |
| Dispatch IIIWiper motor may fail | Book soon | R/2014/001 | |
| Dispatch IIIBraking efficiency may be affected | Urgent | R/2014/004 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2011/113 on 30 Aug 2011, for tailgate may not secure correctly. The one launched after it was R/2011/120 on 2 Sep 2011, for engine may cut out. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2011 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/114, launched 31 August 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.