DS Automobiles DS 3 Crossback recalls
21 official safety recalls for the DS Automobiles DS 3 Crossback from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate
If the front camera is blocked, the Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate in the instrument cluster. The Body Control Module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Lane Keep Assist tell-tale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster.
- Remedy
- Update the Body Control Module software.
Alternator protection cap may contact filter pipe
Contact between the gasoline particulate filter pipe and the 48V belt starter generator protection cap may allow water in and cause an electrical arc, potentially triggering a thermal event. The cap will be replaced, and the pipe checked and repositioned or replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Alternator protection
- 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 reâposition or replace the pipe if required.
Tyre pressure warnings may be incorrect or missing
A software deviation may cause incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages in the instrument cluster. The electric stability control calibration will be updated to correct the warnings.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DS Automobiles DS3 Crossback ESC software
- 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
Emissions warning light may not illuminate
On-board diagnostics for the selective catalytic reduction system or diesel particle filter may not work correctly, so the malfunction indicator light may not illuminate when there is a fault. Engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Emission recall â On Board Diagnostics
- 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.
High-pressure fuel pipe connections may leak
Loose connections between the high-pressure fuel pipe and engine fuel rail may cause a fuel leak and fire risk. The affected connections will be retightened.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DS Automobiles Fuel Pipe
- 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.
High-pressure fuel hose may leak
Loose nuts may cause a fuel leak from the high-pressure hose between the pump and rail, which may cause a vehicle fire. The recall asks end users to return the product.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Fire
- Defect
- The vehicle may have a fuel leak in the high-pressure hose, between the high-pressure pump and the rail, because of loose nuts. This may cause a fire in the vehicle. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Camshaft chain may wear or break
Premature camshaft chain wear may cause abnormal noise or, in the worst case, chain breakage. Software will be updated and the engine checked; the chain will be replaced if needed. If no problem is found, the oil will be changed to a higher-viscosity type with anti-wear additives.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DS Automobiles DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain
- 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.
Brake valve block may leak internally
Incomplete casting around the valves may let brake fluid leak inside the valve block, lowering fluid levels and disabling stability control. Fluid may also damage the circuit board and disable control functions, including ABS and electronic brake force distribution. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The aluminium of the EBS valve block may not fully cast around the valves. This can lead to an internal leak of brake fluid (from one or more of the 12 valve seats) resulting in a reduction of the fluid level and the deactivation of stability control due to damage to the pressure sensor. The brake fluid could come into contact with the printed circuit board and result in the deactivation of all control functions (including the anti-lock system and electronic brake force distribution). The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Battery monitoring unit software may have an error
The battery monitoring unit software may have an error. The remedy text repeats the issue and does not specify a repair.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Traction Battery software
- 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.
eVCU software may cause excess energy use
The vehicle may not meet emissions test requirements, and energy consumption may be too high. Update the electrical vehicle control unit software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DS Automobiles DS3 Crossback eVCU update
- 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.
Tyres may be damaged during brake inspection
Tyres damaged during the final brake inspection may lose road contact or fail, causing sudden pressure loss or a burst tyre and increasing accident and injury risk. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- Tyres may have been damaged during the final inspection of the brakes. This can reduce the area of the tyre in contact with the road or cause a tyre failure when in use. This can lead to a sudden loss of tyre pressure and/or a burst tyre, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Radio software may deactivate safety assists
A long press of the radio's ADAS button may deactivate Active Emergency Brake and Lane Keep Assist. The radio software will be updated over the air and the installation checked remotely.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DS Automobiles DS3 DS7 Radio software via OTA update
- 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.
Steering rack may make steering harder
A steering rack that does not meet specifications may increase the force needed to turn the steering wheel. The steering rack will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DS3 Crossback Steering Gear Pinion
- 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.
Engine emissions may not meet requirements
Under certain conditions, engine emissions on vehicles below 12500 miles may not meet regulatory requirements. Check the mileage and update the engine control unit calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Cross carline Engine software
- 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.
Engine warning light may not indicate urea injector failure
An engine control unit software error may prevent the malfunction indicator light from coming on if the urea injector stops working, leading to higher emissions. The product is recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Environment
- Defect
- A software error in the engine control unit prevents the malfunction indicator light (MIL) from switching on if the urea injector stops working. This can lead to higher emissions and poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Fuel pipe may leak and pose a fire risk
A fuel pipe in the engine compartment could develop a leak, posing a risk of vehicle fire. The pipe will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.
- 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.
Air conditioning compressor fault may shut down powertrain
A fault in the air conditioning compressor stator wiring may cause current loss in the compressor and shut down the powertrain while driving. Updated software will be installed in the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- 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.
- 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.
Front suspension springs may break
Poorly positioned front suspension springs may suffer paint damage, wear and corrosion, then break and reduce steering control. The product is being recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The springs of the front suspension may have been poorly positioned, causing damage to paintwork, premature wear and corrosion. This may lead to breakage of the front suspension springs and to a loss of steering capacity of the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
High-voltage circuit may cut power unexpectedly
An over-sensitive open-circuit detection system may cut current, causing loss of power while driving and increasing accident risk. The vehicle may also be unable to restart or move for several minutes. The product is being recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The open circuit detecting system on the high voltage circuit may be over-sensitive and could unnecessarily cut off the current. As a result, the vehicle may lose power during driving, increasing the risk of an accident. Moreover, it could be impossible to restart or move the vehicle for several minutes. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Wishbone screw may not be properly tightened
A loose wishbone screw on the cradle could reduce stability and cause loss of vehicle control. The remedy is a recall of the product from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Injuries
- Defect
- The wishbone screw on the cradle may not be properly tightened. This could cause loss of stability, resulting in loss of control over the vehicle. The product does not meet the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Fuel tank layers may fail to adhere
Poor adhesion between the fuel tank’s plastic layers may allow fuel to leak onto the road, posing a risk to following traffic and increasing the risk of fire. The product is being recalled from end users.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Fire, Injuries
- Defect
- The plastic layers of the fuel tank do not adhere to each other correctly. As a result, fuel may leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic and increasing the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.