ElectricalHigh
Digital instrument panel glitching or blacking out
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Start the car and watch the digital dash for flickers or blank sections
2013–2018 Citroen C4 Picasso · common problems & known faults
A practical family MPV with digital dashboard tech that ages badly, so electrical checks are as important as the usual diesel wear points.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team · last reviewed August 2026
Quick answer
The most commonly reported faults on the 2013–2018 Citroen C4 Picasso are Digital instrument panel glitching or blacking out, 1.6 BlueHDi diesel particulate filter blocking on short journeys and Front suspension strut and top mount wear. 2 of the documented issues are rated high severity · inspect these first. Full inspection points, onset mileage and what to check are listed below.
Reliability snapshot
Based on the documented faults on this page for the Citroen C4 Picasso.
6.5/ 10
- Critical
- 0
- High
- 2
- Medium
- 2
- Low
- 1
Guidance only · reflects reported patterns, not a specific car's condition.
Known faults to check
EngineHigh
1.6 BlueHDi diesel particulate filter blocking on short journeys
- Typically appears
- 60,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Check for a DPF warning light and force a regen on a test drive
SuspensionMedium
Front suspension strut and top mount wear
- Typically appears
- 70,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Listen for knocking over speed bumps and check for uneven tyre wear
TransmissionMedium
EGS6 automated manual gearbox jerky changes
- Typically appears
- 60,000+ miles
- What to inspect
- Drive through low speed gear changes and feel for hesitation
BodyworkLow
Panoramic windscreen stone chips and sunblind mechanism wear
- Typically appears
- Age-related
- What to inspect
- Check windscreen edges and test the sliding sunblind operation
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Check this exact carFrequently asked questions
Is the digital dashboard reliable?
It can be temperamental with age; test thoroughly before buying as replacement is costly.
Which engine is best avoided?
Early BlueHDi units on cars used mainly for short trips suffer DPF issues.
Is the EGS6 gearbox worth avoiding?
A conventional manual is smoother, but the EGS6 is fine if driven smoothly and serviced.
Sources & further reading
Faults are compiled from documented recalls, technical bulletins, owner reports and mechanic sources, then reviewed for accuracy. This is guidance only · not a substitute for a professional inspection.