Engine problems prompt Citroën to recall four of its models

If you thought that owning a car in 2025 meant forgetting the glorious times of spectacular engine malfunctions worthy of a bad action movie, think again. Citroën just gave a little gift to its thrill-seeking fans by announcing a massive recall involving four of its recent models. Yes, while competitors like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, or even Audi are perfecting their technological steeds, Citroën has found a way to recall thousands of its vehicles for a software defect that could turn you into a pedestrian on the highway, engine dead. You could almost see this as a tradition: every year, Citroën adds a new outrageous chapter to its manual of mechanical surprises.

Engine Problem at Citroën: A Mandatory Recall to Avoid the Farce

In the “What a great idea” family, Citroën has chosen four models – the Berlingo, the C4 III, the C4X, and the Spacetourer – primarily produced between 2022 and 2023, just to refresh the stock of potential victims. The issue? A clunky software intended to prevent the car from stopping abruptly while driving does exactly the opposite. Instead of acting as a safeguard, it behaves like a bad accomplice, causing a sudden engine cut-off, a loss of acceleration, and sometimes even the unavailability of the “Ready” mode right after turning the key. One might believe this technological gem also acts as a spy, transmitting dubious data to customer service, just to make you feel like someone is watching over you... but from a distance and especially without warning.

The Practical Consequences: Not Just a Little Mechanical Glitch

Imagine yourself calmly driving a Spacetourer on the highway, dreaming of your destination, when suddenly, poof, nothing. The engine shuts off without warning, turning your vehicle into a mere block of inert metal worthy of a modern art exhibition. Not only does it ruin your day, but it also poses a real risk of accidents and injuries. But don’t be fooled, it’s not just Citroën navigating these troubled waters. Renault, Volkswagen, Ford, Toyota, and even Nissan have had their share of little inconveniences in recent years. The supposedly cutting-edge automotive world sometimes feels like an old black-and-white film worthy of the whimsical inventions of a mad scientist.

How This Recall Fits into the Dark Series of Automotive Troubles

This isn’t the first time Citroën vehicles have taken center stage in recalls in 2025. According to Rappel Conso, this is already the fifth time this year that the French brand has to issue calls to dealers for various malfunctions, proving, if proof were needed, that French robustness has certainly changed its name. This time, it's the engine causing trouble, following previous incidents often linked to electronic whims or emission issues, in this fine world where Peugeot, often praised for its relative reliability, occasionally shares the limelight. Meanwhile, rivals like BMW and Mercedes-Benz are fine-tuning their models, promising technical excellence, leaving Citroën owners in the role of impatient test subjects.

A Customer Experience at the Height of Mechanical Irony

You think you'll leave your dealer’s happy after the famed software update? Think again. The journey to serenity is not a given. Every time Stellantis (the parent company of Citroën) announces a massive recall, the lines at the workshops grow longer while the brand tries to contain the discontent of a clientele now largely cautiously skeptical. Meanwhile, at the other end of the spectrum, Toyota and Ford continue to guarantee their vehicles as “untouched lotuses,” making you almost regret choosing sweet France instead of eyeing Germany or Japan.

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