Citroën Berlingo: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 12,733 Citroën Berlingo cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1997 and 2025.
In a sample of 399 cars, 76.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (31.6% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 2% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.8% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 31.6% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 29.6% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 16.8% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 14.3% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 12.5% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 12.3% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 11.8% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 9% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 7.8% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 6.8% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 20.6% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 6.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 2.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 12,733 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 2% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.8% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1997 to 2025 |
All Citroën Berlingo passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | electrical system | – | 5,423 |
| 2026-04-30 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 0 |
| 2026-04-16 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 5 |
| 2026-03-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 31 |
| 2026-02-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 13 |
| 2026-01-26 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 8 |
| 2025-11-14 | electrical system | – | 807 |
| 2025-11-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 23,904 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-06-06 | electrical system | – | 80 |
| 2025-04-24 | electrical system | – | 3,557 |
| 2024-11-28 | electrical system | – | 27 |
| 2024-04-09 | other | – | 21 |
| 2023-12-01 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,889 |
| 2023-07-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 5,891 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Citroën Berlingo fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 76.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Citroën Berlingo?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (31.6%), tyre tread depth insufficient (29.6%), position light not working (properly) (16.8%).
Does the Citroën Berlingo have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 2% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.