Citroen Ds4: Bonnet May Open Unexpectedly
Recall Summary Citroën is recalling 83,786 DS4 and C4 vehicles because the bonnet striker support can corrode and potentially fail, which could cause the bonnet to open while driving. Drivers may notice corrosion around the bonnet striker support or leading edge, or experience the bonnet not locking properly. Affected vehicles will be inspected and treated to prevent corrosion, with bonnet replacement if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- CITROEN
- Product
- Vehicles: CITROEN DS4, CITROEN C4. Units affected: 83,786
- Reason
- It has been identified that the bonnet striker support may corrode. If this corrosion is not treated there is a possibility the bonnet striker support may fail which will allow the bonnet to open whilst the vehicle is in motion. Early warning signs or symptoms of corrosion can be seen by the driver around the bonnet striker support and on the leading edge of the bonnet also the bonnet may not lock correctly. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to inspect the area around the bonnet striker support and take preventive action to protect the area from corrosion which may include the replacement...
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-12-01
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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