Electric power steering column (Dualdrive)
usually 80,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Heavy steering, EPS warning
Fix: Repair or replace the column / sensor
€200–700
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Citroën Nemo
2008–2017
3
engines covered
14
known faults
13,298
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
5
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Citroën Nemo was built from 2008 to 2017.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 14 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Clutch actuator / hydraulic unit: it usually appears at 80,000–160,000 km and costs €500–1,500 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: suspension (20.7 %), lights, wipers and visibility (19.3 %), tyres and wheels (9.8 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: suspension, tyres and wheels. It fails less often than average on: brakes.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi | Diesel | Chain | 5W-30 / 5W-40 · Fiat 9.55535-S1 / dexos2 · ~3.2–3.9 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4) | Diesel | Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo | 5W-30 / 5W-40 · PSA B71 2290 / B71 2296 · ~3.75 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE | Petrol | Belt · 90,000 km / every 60 mo | 5W-40 · Fiat 9.55535-S2 / ACEA A3 · ~2.8 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Front suspension (top mounts, drop links)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Knocks over bumps
Fix: Replace parts
€80–250
Faults by engine
1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi
Timing chain stretch
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle
Fix: Replace chain
€500–1,000
EGR / DPF
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€250–1,200
1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4)
Injectors / high-pressure pump (Siemens)
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Hard start, smoke
Fix: Test and replace
€400–1,200
Turbo oil feed / seals
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Smoke, oil use
Fix: Service the turbo
€400–900
EGR valve
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rough idle
Fix: Clean
€100–300
1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE
Ignition coil / leads
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Misfire
Fix: Replace
€50–150
Throttle body / idle (drive-by-wire)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Unstable idle, stalling
Fix: Clean and adapt the throttle body
€60–250
Head gasket after overheating
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Coolant loss, white smoke
Fix: Replace head gasket
€350–800
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dual-mass flywheel
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
€700–1,400
ETG / EGS / BMP / SensoDrive (automated)
Clutch actuator / hydraulic unit
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator; clutch re-learn
€500–1,500
Clutch wear (automated)
usually 80,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, harsh engagement
Fix: Replace clutch + re-learn
€500–1,000
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 13,298 tests.
| thousand km | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 3.4 % | 5.2 % | 6.6 % | 7.6 % | 8.4 % |
| Suspension | 18.9 % | 20.7 % | 22.1 % | 22.9 % | 21.8 % |
| Steering | 1.9 % | 2.3 % | 3.0 % | 4.0 % | 5.6 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 8.5 % | 9.8 % | 9.2 % | 10.9 % | 10.1 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 13.2 % | 19.3 % | 24.8 % | 28.5 % | 31.0 % |
| Body and corrosion | 2.2 % | 3.9 % | 5.6 % | 7.1 % | 10.2 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 3.2 % | 4.4 % | 6.6 % | 7.5 % | 9.3 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 29,992, of which 12 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi1.2 (1,248 cm³) · 55 kW (75 hp) · Diesel | 43.1 % | 2011–2016 | — | — |
| 1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4)1.4 (1,399 cm³) · Diesel | 26.7 % | 2010–2011 | — | — |
| 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE1.4 (1,360 cm³) · 54 kW (73 hp) · Petrol | 9.0 % | 2011–2014 | — | — |
| 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi1.2 (1,248 cm³) · Diesel | 9.0 % | 2010–2017 | 118 g/km | — |
| 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE1.4 (1,360 cm³) · Petrol | 6.3 % | 2010–2013 | — | — |
| 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi1.2 (1,248 cm³) · 59 kW (80 hp) · Diesel | 4.6 % | 2015–2017 | 118 g/km | — |
| 1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4)1.4 (1,399 cm³) · 50 kW (68 hp) · Diesel | 1.1 % | 2011–2011 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (5). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Lights Inability to change gear01/10/2013 · R/2013/106
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Braking assistance may be reduced15/01/2013 · R/2013/002
- Engine / loss of power Engine may fail14/11/2012 · R/2012/129
- Steering Rear cross member may crack22/10/2012 · R/2012/099
- Engine / loss of power Engine may fail05/11/2010 · R/2010/192
Common questions
Does the Citroën Nemo have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi: chain; 1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4): belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo; 1.1 / 1.2 / 1.4 8v & 16v FIRE: belt · 90,000 km / every 60 mo.
What are the known problems with the Citroën Nemo?
The faults with the highest risk: clutch actuator / hydraulic unit (80,000–160,000 km, €500–1,500); dual-mass flywheel (150,000–220,000 km, €700–1,400); EGR / DPF (100,000–180,000 km, €250–1,200); injectors / high-pressure pump (Siemens) (150,000–250,000 km, €400–1,200). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the Citroën Nemo most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: suspension (20.7 %), lights, wipers and visibility (19.3 %), tyres and wheels (9.8 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: suspension, tyres and wheels. It fails less often than average on: brakes.
What should you check when buying a used Citroën Nemo?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (5 have been published for this model). If the engine has a timing belt, ask for the invoice for its replacement: with no proof, assume it has not been done. On the test drive, watch for these signs: won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts; rattle at idle, vibration pulling away. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Fiat 500 2007–Toyota Aygo I 2005–2014Fiat Grande Punto / Punto 2005–2018Fiat Punto II 1999–2010Ford Ka II 2008–2016Fiat Panda II 2003–2012Fiat Panda III 2012–Suzuki Swift IV 2010–2017
Other Citroën models
Citroën Berlingo II 2008–2018Citroën C5 III 2008–2017Citroën C3 II 2009–2016Citroën C3 Picasso 2009–2017Citroën Jumpy II 2007–2016Citroën C4 II 2010–2018Citroën C4 Picasso I 2006–2013Citroën Jumper III 2006–2014Citroën C1 2005–2022Citroën C-Elysée 2012–2020
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026