Citroën C4 Recall R/2018/178: Engine Could Overheat Leading To Failure, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 17 Jul 2018
- Launched
- 138
- vehicles in the UK
- GKA
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C4 vehicles built between 3 March 2016 and 8 March 2018. Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases. The recall notice describes the fix as: download new engine management software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Engine could overheat leading to failure Defect: Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases Remedy: Download new engine management software
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to failure in extreme cases.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: download new engine management software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
C4 built between 3 March 2016 and 8 March 2018 may be included. Citroën estimates 138 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 GKA or the DVSA reference R/2018/178. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4XAlternator protection | Urgent | R/2026/073 | |
| Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and 5 moreOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/346 | |
| C4, DS5Citroen C4 citroen DS5 driver airbag (Takata) | Stop driving | R/2025/300 | |
| 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/2018/128 on 10 May 2018, for airbags may not be triggered in the event of a collision. The one launched after it was R/2018/187 on 19 Jul 2018, for engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened. You can also see every Citroën recall, the Citroën C4 recall history, all recalls launched in 2018 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/178, launched 17 July 2018. 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.