Ds3 Crossback

All recall notices.

1. Alternator protection

   R/2026/102 · 9 Mar 2026

   9 Mar 2026

   Defect

   Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.

   Remedy

   Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required.

   Build window

   Built 1 Feb 2024 – 13 Jan 2026

   ~132 vehicles affected

2. DS Automobiles DS3 Crossback ESC software

   R/2025/454 · 22 Oct 2025

   22 Oct 2025

   Defect

   Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages displayed in the instrument cluster due to a software deviation.

   Remedy

   Update the Electric Stability Control calibration to ensure the correct tyre pressure warning messages are displayed

   Build window

   Built 23 Jan 2025 – 3 Jul 2025

   ~3 vehicles affected

3. Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics

   R/2025/347 · 18 Aug 2025

   18 Aug 2025

   Defect

   Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.

   Remedy

   Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

   Build window

   Built 26 Jun 2018 – 15 Dec 2020

   ~8 vehicles affected

4. DS Automobiles Fuel Pipe

   R/2025/284 · 18 Jul 2025

   18 Jul 2025

   Defect

   On affected vehicles there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.

   Remedy

   Retighten the affected connections.

   Build window

   Built 8 Nov 2022 – 17 Apr 2025

   ~217 vehicles affected

5. DS Automobiles DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain

   R/2025/248 · 3 Jul 2025

   3 Jul 2025

   Defect

   Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.

   Remedy

   Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.

   Build window

   Built 26 Jun 2018 – 31 Jan 2023

   ~514 vehicles affected

6. Traction Battery software

   R/2025/123 · 24 Mar 2025

   24 Mar 2025

   Defect

   Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

   Remedy

   Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

   Build window

   Built 7 Jun 2022 – 5 Dec 2022

   ~107 vehicles affected

7. DS Automobiles DS3 Crossback eVCU update

   R/2025/047 · 7 Feb 2025

   7 Feb 2025

   Defect

   Affected vehicles may not comply with test requirements in the matter of emissions test execution by competent authorities and energy consumption may be too high.

   Remedy

   Update the electrical Vehicle Control Unit (eVCU) software.

   Build window

   Built 21 Jul 2023 – 16 Feb 2024

   ~18 vehicles affected

8. DS Automobiles DS3 DS7 Radio software via OTA update

   R/2024/487 · 6 Dec 2024

   6 Dec 2024

   Defect

   On affected vehicles the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) functionality may not meet regulatory requirements and the Active Emergency Brake (AEB) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) can inadvertently be deactivated by a long press of the ADAS button on the radio.

   Remedy

   On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.

   Build window

   Built 9 Jun 2023 – 18 May 2024

   ~15 vehicles affected

9. DS3 Crossback Steering Gear Pinion

   R/2024/363 · 19 Sep 2024

   19 Sep 2024

   Defect

   On affected vehicles the steering rack fitted may not conform to specification and result in an increased force to rotate the steering wheel.

   Remedy

   On the affected vehicles the steering rack will be replaced.

   Build window

   Built 9 Apr 2024 – 17 May 2024

   ~6 vehicles affected

10. Cross carline Engine software

    R/2024/137 · 13 Mar 2024

    13 Mar 2024

    Defect

    On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

    Remedy

    Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

    Build window

    Built 4 Jan 2022 – 20 Dec 2022

    ~74 vehicles affected

11. A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.

    R/2023/166 · 7 Jun 2023

    7 Jun 2023

    Defect

    A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.

    Remedy

    Check and replace the fuel pipe if necessary.

    Build window

    Built 23 Sep 2022 – 22 Mar 2023

    ~15 vehicles affected

12. On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.

    R/2023/142 · 9 May 2023

    9 May 2023

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.�

    Remedy

    Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

    Build window

    Built 13 Jun 2019 – 21 Dec 2022

    ~2,127 vehicles affected