Citroën Jumpy: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 2,730 Citroën Jumpy cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1997 and 2026.
In a sample of 397 cars, 80.6% 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 (31.2% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 20.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.2% 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 | 31.2% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 16.9% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 16.1% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 15.1% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 14.6% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 10.8% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 10.1% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 7.8% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 7.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 7.6% |
Share of 397 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 | 11.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 6.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 2.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 2,730 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 20.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.2% |
| Used as a taxi | 61.4% |
| First registered | 1997 to 2026 |
All Citroën Jumpy passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-10 | electrical system | serious | 24 |
| 2026-03-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 31 |
| 2026-02-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 13 |
| 2025-11-14 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 4,322 |
| 2025-11-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 19 |
| 2025-10-16 | brakes | serious | 2 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-09-12 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 12,382 |
| 2025-06-06 | electrical system | – | 80 |
| 2025-04-24 | electrical system | – | 3,557 |
| 2025-04-23 | suspension | serious | 7 |
| 2025-01-27 | seats | – | 1,006 |
| 2024-11-15 | electrical system | – | 3,426 |
| 2024-10-03 | suspension | – | 127 |
| 2024-08-12 | electrical system | serious | 5 |
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 Jumpy fail the APK?
In a sample of 397 cars first registered 2012–2021, 80.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Citroën Jumpy?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (31.2%), tyre pressure incorrect (16.9%), drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing (16.1%).
Does the Citroën Jumpy have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 20.3% 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.