Citroën C4, DS4 Recall R/2016/159: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 14 Jul 2016
- Launched
- 3
- vehicles in the UK
- NSN
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C4, DS4 vehicles built between 15 May 2014 and 23 May 2014. The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure in the injector supply rail which can affect the operation of the stop start system. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure in the injector supply rail which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure in the injector supply rail which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a drop in fuel pressure in the injector supply rail which can affect the operation of the stop start system.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.
Are You Affected?
C4, DS4 built between 15 May 2014 and 23 May 2014 may be included. Citroën estimates 3 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.
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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 NSN or the DVSA reference R/2016/159. 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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|---|---|---|---|
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| Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and 5 moreOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/346 | |
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| C3, C4, C4X, C5 Aircross and 1 moreCitroen fuel pipe | Urgent | R/2025/283 | |
| Berlingo, C3 Aircross, C3 V4, C4 and 2 moreCitroen DV5R engines camshaft chain | Low | R/2025/247 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2016/136 on 27 Jun 2016, for steering column may fail unexpectedly. The one launched after it was R/2016/171 on 20 Jul 2016, for airbag may incorrectly deploy. You can also see every Citroën recall, the Citroën C4 recall history, all recalls launched in 2016 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/159, launched 14 July 2016. 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.