Citroën Berlingo, C4, C4X And 2 More Recall R/2023/141: On Affected Vehicles The AC Compressor Stator Wiring Could Develop A Fault Leading To…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 May 2023
- Launched
- 6,867
- vehicles in the UK
- JTF/221078CO
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled Berlingo, C4, C4X and 2 more vehicles built between 20 February 2020 and 5 December 2022. The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. Defect: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. Remedy: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Berlingo, C4, C4X and 2 more built between 20 February 2020 and 5 December 2022 may be included. Citroën estimates 6,867 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 JTF/221078CO or the DVSA reference R/2023/141. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BerlingoBCM software update: Black screen | Low | R/2026/337 | |
| BerlingoBCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable | Low | R/2026/184 | |
| SpacetourerBCM software | Low | R/2026/156 | |
| Berlingo, DispatchWater pump pulley | Low | R/2026/110 | |
| C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4XAlternator protection | Urgent | R/2026/073 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2023/100 on 6 Apr 2023, for affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing…. The one launched after it was R/2023/220 on 21 Jul 2023, for affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not…. You can also see every Citroën recall, the Citroën Berlingo recall history, all recalls launched in 2023 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/141, launched 9 May 2023. 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.