C3 Aircross V3, C5 Aircross V2
Recall Summary Citroën is recalling certain C3 Aircross V3 and C5 Aircross V2 vehicles with electrified dual-clutch transmissions due to metal soldering residues that may be present in the engine control unit. These residues can cause internal electrical short circuits leading to overheating and potential fire. This recall affects vehicles distributed in France with specific VIN ranges.
- Recalling firm
- CITROEN
- Product
- Passenger car. VIN: VR7KAHPY8TL023431 - VR7KAHPY8TL023896, VR7CGHPY5TT083038 - VR7CGHPY6TT083646. C3 Aircross V3, C5 Aircross V2
- Reason
- Due to a defect in the engine control unit (inverter) in vehicles equipped with electrified dual-clutch transmission (e-DCT), metal soldering residues may pass into the unit. This can cause internal electric short circuits which, can lead to continuous power supply and overheating due to a blocked relay, and cause a fire. 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.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-05-08
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- FR
- Distribution
- France
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
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