Recall work is done by the manufacturer, and GOV.UK says you will not usually have to pay for it. These are the 51 DVSA recalls for the C3, newest first. They do not tell you whether this particular car has had the work: for that, put the registration into the free GOV.UK MOT history check, which shows a recall status where the manufacturer shares it, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
🏛️ March 2026Cars built January 2025 to February 2026
Alarm triggered randomly - BCM software
On affected vehicles due to a Body Control Module (BCM) software weakness an alarm siren may randomly trigger when the vehicle is locked.
Put right by: Update the BCM software.
DVSA R/2026/1224,457 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2026Cars built February 2025 to May 2025
Power Steering Wiring Harness.
Affected vehicles may have a power steering harness routed between two screws where minor vibrations could cause harness damage resulting in a possible short circuit. This could lead to a loss of power-steering assistance and in worst case a fire.
Put right by: Ensure new routing and protection of the harness by replacing the existing clip with a new one and add a cap on the bolt thread.
DVSA R/2026/068676 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2026Cars built November 2024 to December 2025
Alternator protection
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.
Put right by: 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.
DVSA R/2026/0731,694 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2026Cars built April 2024 to May 2025
Citroen C3 Front Camera Software versions update.
Affected vehicles equipped with a multifunctional front camera module may face a non-compliance to regulatory requirements due to incorrect front camera module calibration.
Put right by: Update the front camera module software and the vehicle software configuration.
DVSA R/2026/0581,180 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2025Cars built June 2024 to May 2025
Citroen C3 v5 Autonomous telematics box cannot connect to server
On affected vehicles there may be a software bug in the Body Control Module (BCM) which prevents a connection to the server and affects the speed limit indication system.
Put right by: Update the BCM software.
DVSA R/2025/4871,572 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2025Cars built May 2025 to November 2025
Citroen C3 C3 Aircross Brake Pedal Bracket Connection.
On affected vehicles there may be an insufficient brake pedal bracket connection due to a missing or incorrectly assembled pin. If the pin falls out the brake pedal will potentially disengage.
Put right by: Check the brake pedal connection confirm proper assembly and rework it if necessary.
DVSA R/2025/514962 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2025Cars built September 2017 to November 2020
Emission recall - On Board Diagnostics
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.
Put right by: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.
DVSA R/2025/34650 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2025Cars built March 2024 to April 2025
Citroen Fuel Pipe
On affected vehicles there 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.
Put right by: Retighten the affected connections.
DVSA R/2025/2831,002 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2025Cars built October 2017 to January 2023
Citroen DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
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.
Put right by: 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.
DVSA R/2025/247852 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2025Cars built November 2024 to February 2025
Citroen C3 Front seat pretentioner wires inverted.
Affected vehicles may face a front seat belt pretensioner malfunction in the event of a crash due to the inversion of command wires in the Airbag ECU connector.
Put right by: Replace the affected PINS in the airbag ECU connector.
DVSA R/2025/142531 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2025Cars built September 2008 to February 2017
Citroen C3 DS3 Driver and Passenger Airbag (Takata)
On affected vehicles the chemicals in the Takata airbags may deteriorate over time which may cause the inflator to rupture and lead to serious injury.
Put right by: Owners of affected vehicles should immediately cease using their vehicle when safe to do so until the recall action has been completed. Affected vehicles will have the airbag modules replaced.
DVSA R/2025/02155,166 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2025Cars built October 2022 to June 2024
Citroen C3 Jet cooling nozzle failure
On affected vehicles the engine is at risk of becoming damaged because of an inadequate oil supply from an oil jet cooling nozzle.
Put right by: Replace the engine oil and filter.
DVSA R/2025/07410,574 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2024Cars built September 2008 to February 2017
Citroen C3 DS3 Driver and Passenger Airbag (Takata)
On affected vehicles the chemicals in the Takata airbags may deteriorate over time which may cause the inflator to rupture and lead to serious injury.
Put right by: Exchange affected airbag modules as a precautionary measure.
DVSA R/2025/02221 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2024Cars built January 2022 to October 2022
Cross carline Engine software
On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.
Put right by: Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.
DVSA R/2024/136569 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2023Cars built October 2023 to October 2023
On affected vehicles the fuel tank is not to specification due to a deviation in the manufacturing process which could lead to a potential risk of fuel seepage.
On affected vehicles the fuel tank is not to specification due to a deviation in the manufacturing process which could lead to a potential risk of fuel seepage.
Put right by: Replace fuel tank.
DVSA R/2023/33517 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2023Cars built May 2022 to June 2022
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.
Put right by: Check and replace the rear axle crossmember if necessary.
DVSA R/2023/220372 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2022Cars built April 2017 to July 2020
On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
Put right by: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).
DVSA R/2023/03613,740 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2022Cars built January 2017 to April 2017
On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
Put right by: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). The timing belt will be checked and if needed replaced with other components of the braking assistance system and the vacuum pump.
DVSA R/2023/046652 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2022Cars built December 2021 to December 2021
Vehicles may have an incorrect tightening torque on several rear axle component fixings
Vehicles may have an incorrect tightening torque on several rear axle component fixings.
Put right by: Check and retighten all fixings to the correct torque settings.
DVSA R/2022/0421 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2021Cars built April 2021 to April 2021
The right-hand side drive shaft outer joint may break
The right-hand side drive shaft outer joint may break due to incorrect hardening of the joint pinion during manufacturing.
Put right by: Check and if necessary replace the right-hand side driveshaft depending on the production time stamp.
DVSA R/2021/41819 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2021Cars built January 2020 to March 2021
The front lower ball joint locating bolt and fixing nut might have been incorrectly tightened or not fitted correctly
The front lower ball-joint locating bolt and fixing nut might have been incorrectly tightened or not fitted correctly.
Put right by: Replace the bolts and fixing nuts that attach both of the front lower ball joints to the front hub assemblies.
DVSA R/2021/2148 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2021Cars built March 2013 to April 2017
The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt
The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.
Put right by: Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.
DVSA R/2020/32742,452 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ September 2020Cars built September 2009 to April 2017
Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly
Front air bag igniters may not deploy correctly.
Put right by: Check and if necessary replace the affected front airbags.
DVSA R/2019/3391,080 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ May 2020Cars built September 2019 to March 2020
The steering geometry could be incorrectly set
The steering geometry could be incorrectly set due to an incorrectly calibrated setting rig in the manufacturing plant.
Put right by: Check the steering alignment and adjusting if set incorrectly. If the front tyres are worn these will also be replaced.
DVSA R/2020/16510 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2019Cars built February 2017 to April 2019
THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REGULATORY LIMITS
Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.
Put right by: Update the engine management software.
DVSA R/2019/35316,144 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2019Cars built July 2018 to July 2018
The steering column universal joint clamp may be incorrectly fitted to the steering column
The universal clamp fixing bolt is not correctly fitted in the recess at the end of the steering column.
Put right by: Check and if necessary refit the steering column universal joint fixing.
DVSA R/2019/00978 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2018Cars built January 2018 to January 2018
Steering column bearing possibly crimped to the incorrect specification.
On the affected vehicles the crimping preventing lateral movement of the steering column bearing may not be correct to specification. This may result in noise and play in the steering. Ultimately it could lead to steering malfunction.
Put right by: The remedy involves checking the crimping on the steering column and replacing the steering column if necessary.
DVSA R/2018/197392 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2017Cars built October 2017 to November 2017
Engine component may not be to specification
An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.
Put right by: On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.
DVSA R/2017/33975 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2017Cars built January 2017 to February 2017
Left hand curtain airbag may not be to specification
A component within the left-hand curtain airbag may not conform to specification and the air bag may not deploy correctly.
Put right by: On affected vehicles replace the left hand curtain air bag.
DVSA R/2017/1808 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2017Cars built January 2017 to February 2017
Right hand curtain airbag may not conform to specification
A component within the right-hand curtain airbag may not conform to specification and the air bag may not deploy correctly.
Put right by: On affected vehicles replace the right hand curtain air bag.
DVSA R/2017/1815 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2017Cars built June 2016 to October 2016
Starter motor may not operate correctly
A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.
Put right by: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.
DVSA R/2017/1393,607 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2017Cars built September 2016 to October 2016
Front airbag may not deploy
The ignition module which triggers the front seat airbag may not deploy in the event of an impact. There is no indication to the driver the unit is faulty.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seat airbag unit.
DVSA R/2017/08965 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2016Cars built April 2016 to April 2016
Loss of control
In the event of emergency braking or during an ESP regulation phase (e.g. avoiding manoeuvre) the hydraulic block may not prevent the locking of a wheel which could affect control of the vehicle.
Put right by: On affected vehicles replace the braking system hydraulic block
DVSA R/2016/229787 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2016Cars built January 2016 to February 2016
Oil leak may damage engine
An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.
Put right by: On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.
DVSA R/2016/04217 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2015Cars built December 2014 to December 2014
Directional control may be affected
It is possible that the front subframe and suspension wishbones mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This could result in the mounting bolt working loose and falling from the vehicle plus the possibility of the insecurity of the subframe or the front suspension wishbone. This can cause an issue with the handling or even loss of control of the vehicle.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicles to check and retorque the front subframe and suspension wishbone mounting bolts.
DVSA R/2015/06124 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2014Cars built June 2014 to June 2014
Vehicle control may be lost
Front subframes on affected vehicles may show signs of damage to the left hand mounting point caused during the manufacturing process. Over time this may affect durability and cause the mounting to fail. This can affect security of components attached to the subframe and may affect control of the vehicle.
Put right by: Prior to failure the driver should notice excessive noise from this area. As a safety measure affected vehicles should be checked and where necessary the subframe replaced.
DVSA R/2014/08328 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ May 2014Cars built October 2013 to November 2013
Directional control may be compromised
The front suspension wishbone mounting bolts might not have been manufactured to the correct specification potentially causing a risk of these parts breaking. Broken mounting bolts can be noticed by the driver through noises and poor directional control.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front suspension wishbone mounting bolts.
DVSA R/2014/0473,092 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2014Cars built January 2014 to January 2014
Fuel may leak and create fire risk
It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.
Put right by: Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.
DVSA R/2014/025279 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2013Cars built March 2013 to March 2013
Rear screen may detach
It has been identified that it is possible that the rear screen seal may not be to specification. This could lead to water ingress into the boot area which in extreme cases could cause the rear screen to become insecure in its housing.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the rear screen seal.
DVSA R/2013/06819 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2012Cars built May 2010 to August 2010
Engine may fail
It has been established that the con-rod (big end) shell bearings may not have been manufactured to specification. This could lead to premature deterioration of the shells and if not identified it could result in engine failure.
Put right by: Recall affected vehicles and replace con-rod shell bearings.
DVSA R/2012/1291,169 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2012Cars built July 2012 to July 2012
Brake efficiency could be reduced
The nearside front brake hose may not be properly secured and could chafe. If not noticed the chafing could cause loss of brake fluid and the warning lamp to illuminate. Additionally it is possible the braking efficiency could be adversely affected.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correctly secure the nearside front brake hose or replace the hose.
DVSA R/2012/12649 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2012Cars built July 2012 to August 2012
Wheel bolts may become loose
It is possible that the left hand wheel bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This could lead to noise or vibration from the wheels and if not rectified it could result in wheel detachment and loss of control of the vehicle.
Put right by: Recall affected vehicles to check and if necessary re-torque the wheel bolts.
DVSA R/2012/123129 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2012Cars built October 2010 to May 2011
Engine may cut out
The battery earth cable dimensions are incorrect and may cause the cable to break. This will then cause the engine to cut out.
Put right by: Replace the battery negative cable with a new dimension cable. (length and terminal)
DVSA R/2012/076123 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2012Cars built June 2011 to January 2012
Abs/esp may not operate correctly
The ABS block may not conform to manufacturer specification. This could affect the operation of the ABS/ESP systems on the rare occasions that they are activated.
Put right by: The hydraulic ABS/ESP block will be checked and if necessary replaced.
DVSA R/2012/074963 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ May 2012Cars built November 2010 to April 2011
Engine may cut out
The engine may cut out as a dimensional nonconformity of the earth cable could lead to it breaking.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the battery earth cable.
DVSA R/2012/062981 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2012Cars built February 2010 to February 2010
The amount of power steering assistance may vary
There is a possibility that a component internal to the steering mechanism may not be manufactured to the correct specification which over time can cause the steering to become either stiff or easier to operate.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering mechanism.
DVSA R/2012/0332 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2012Cars built October 2010 to February 2011
Engine may cut out
The battery earth return cable is not to the correct specification which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail. This could result in the engine cutting out.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicle and replace the battery earth return cable.
DVSA R/2012/0222,712 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2012Cars built November 2010 to November 2010
Engine may cut out
The battery earth return cable is not to the correct specification which during vehicle operation may cause it to fail. This could result in the engine cutting out.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicle and replace the battery earth return cable.
DVSA R/2012/0051,276 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2011Cars built June 2011 to September 2011
Suspension fixings may loosen
The front suspension lower swivel joint may not be tightened correctly. If the bolt slackens the joint may separate. This could adversely affect the directional control of the vehicle.
Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary correct the tightening torque of the lower swivel joint clamp bolt.
DVSA R/2011/1657 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2011Cars built April 2010 to May 2010
Engine may cut out
The earth cable for the battery may be too short and could break. If this happens the vehicle electrical circuit will fail. This could cause the engine to cut out.
Put right by: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the battery earth cable.
DVSA R/2011/156589 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2011Cars built July 2011 to July 2011
Airbag may not deploy correctly
On affected vehicles the drivers airbag nay not be of conformity. This non-conformity could lead to poor deployment of the airbag in the event of a collision.
Put right by: Replace drivers airbag
DVSA R/2011/13725 vehicles affected in the UK
Recall data published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency under the Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall listed here may not apply to every car of this model: the build dates and the registration check are what decide it.