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DS DS3 Crossback recalls

DVSA has published 13 safety recalls that name the DS DS3 Crossback since 2023, 13 of them since 2020. Between them they cover at least 3,312 UK vehicles of this model.

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All DS DS3 Crossback recalls, newest first

  1. DS3 CROSSBACK · bcm software missing telltale if lka unavailable

    27 Apr 2026 · R/2026/185

    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.

    Fix: Update the Body Control Module software.

    76 vehicles · built 13 Mar 2024 to 4 Apr 2025

  2. DS3 CROSSBACK · alternator protection

    9 Mar 2026 · R/2026/102

    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.

    Fix: 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.

    132 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2024 to 13 Jan 2026

  3. DS3 CROSSBACK · ds automobiles ds3 crossback esc software

    22 Oct 2025 · R/2025/454

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

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

    3 vehicles · built 23 Jan 2025 to 3 Jul 2025

  4. DS3 CROSSBACK, DS7 CROSSBACK · emission recall – on board diagnostics

    18 Aug 2025 · R/2025/347

    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.

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

    8 vehicles · built 26 Jun 2018 to 15 Dec 2020

  5. DS3 CROSSBACK, DS4 · ds automobiles fuel pipe

    18 Jul 2025 · R/2025/284

    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.

    Fix: Retighten the affected connections.

    217 vehicles · built 8 Nov 2022 to 17 Apr 2025

  6. DS3 CROSSBACK, DS7 CROSSBACK · ds automobiles dv5r engines camshaft chain

    3 Jul 2025 · R/2025/248

    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.

    Fix: 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.

    514 vehicles · built 26 Jun 2018 to 31 Jan 2023

  7. DS3 CROSSBACK · traction battery software

    24 Mar 2025 · R/2025/123

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

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

    107 vehicles · built 7 Jun 2022 to 5 Dec 2022

  8. DS3 CROSSBACK · ds automobiles ds3 crossback evcu update

    7 Feb 2025 · R/2025/047

    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.

    Fix: Update the electrical Vehicle Control Unit (eVCU) software.

    18 vehicles · built 21 Jul 2023 to 16 Feb 2024

  9. DS3 CROSSBACK, DS7 CROSSBACK · ds automobiles ds3 ds7 radio software via ota update

    6 Dec 2024 · R/2024/487

    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.

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

    15 vehicles · built 9 Jun 2023 to 18 May 2024

  10. DS3 CROSSBACK · ds3 crossback steering gear pinion

    19 Sep 2024 · R/2024/363

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

    Fix: On the affected vehicles the steering rack will be replaced.

    6 vehicles · built 9 Apr 2024 to 17 May 2024

  11. DS3 CROSSBACK · cross carline engine software

    13 Mar 2024 · R/2024/137

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

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

    74 vehicles · built 4 Jan 2022 to 20 Dec 2022

  12. DS3 CROSSBACK · a fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.

    7 Jun 2023 · R/2023/166

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

    Fix: Check and replace the fuel pipe if necessary.

    15 vehicles · built 23 Sep 2022 to 22 Mar 2023

  13. DS3 CROSSBACK · 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.

    9 May 2023 · R/2023/142

    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.�

    Fix: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

    2,127 vehicles · built 13 Jun 2019 to 21 Dec 2022

Other DS models

Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall is listed here when DVSA names this model in it; the build dates on each recall say which cars it covers, and a registration check confirms your own.