Citroen C3 Aircross recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 17 safety recalls naming the Citroen C3 Aircross, launched from 2017 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Citroen C3 Aircross recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 17
- 2017 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 30 March 2026
- R/2026/122
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Citroen C3 Aircross recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Alarm triggered randomly - BCM software
R/2026/122, launched 30 March 2026. Also covers the C3
Defect: On affected vehicles due to a Body Control Module (BCM) software weakness an alarm siren may randomly trigger when the vehicle is locked.
Remedy: Update the BCM software.
Alternator protection
R/2026/073, launched 9 March 2026. Also covers the C3, C4, C4X
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 re‑position or replace the pipe if required.
Citroen C3 C3 Aircross Brake Pedal Bracket Connection.
R/2025/514, launched 21 November 2025. Also covers the C3
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Check the brake pedal connection confirm proper assembly and rework it if necessary.
Citroen C3 C3 Aircross Risk of Brake Bar Welding Breakage.
R/2025/363, launched 2 September 2025
Defect: On affected vehicles there is a risk of the brake bar welding breaking leading to a complete loss of braking.
Remedy: Currently there is no determined remedy. You are advised not to drive the vehicle. The repairer will arrange a replacement mobility solution.
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
R/2025/346, launched 18 August 2025. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C4, C4 Picasso, C5 Aircross, Dispatch, Relay, SpaceTourer
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.
Citroen DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
R/2025/247, launched 3 July 2025. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C4, C5 Aircross, SpaceTourer
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.
Citroen C3 C4 C4X Selective Catalytic Reduction diagnosis issues.
R/2025/012, launched 9 January 2025. Also covers the C4, C4X
Defect: On affected vehicles the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software is not according to specification.
Remedy: Upload modified software to the ECU.
Cross carline Engine software
R/2024/136, launched 13 March 2024. Also covers the C3, C4, C4 Picasso, C5 Aircross
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.
Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.
R/2023/220, launched 21 July 2023, 372 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C3
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.
Remedy: Check and replace the rear axle crossmember if necessary.
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.
R/2023/046, launched 13 December 2022, 652 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C4, C4 Cactus, C4 Picasso, DS3
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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.
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.
R/2023/036, launched 13 December 2022, 13,740 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C4, C4 Cactus, C4 Picasso, DS3, DS4
Defect: 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.
Remedy: 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 CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REGULATORY LIMITS
R/2019/353, launched 18 October 2019, 16,144 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the C-Elysee, C3
Defect: Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.
Remedy: Update the engine management software.
THE BONNET HOOK MAY NOT BE SECURED CORRECTLY
R/2019/275, launched 19 August 2019, 10 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that the bonnet hook may not be secured correctly with securing nuts.
Remedy: Check and if necessary fit new nuts or replace the bonnet assembly.
THE WIRES IN ONE OF THE CONNECTORS OF THE SEATS POSITION SENSOR MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/053, launched 12 February 2019, 12,649 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The wires in one of the connectors of the seats position sensor may not be correct
Remedy: Correcting the wires in the connector of the seats position sensor.
ANTI THEFT WHEEL BOLTS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION.
R/2018/219, launched 13 August 2018, 4,595 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the affected vehicles the tightening torques of the anti-theft wheel bolts may not be to the correct to specification.
Remedy: The remedy involves correcting the anti-theft wheel bolts tightening torques.
REAR WHEEL HUB BEARINGS MAY NOT BE TO CORRECT SPECIFICATION
R/2018/109, launched 12 April 2018, 5 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the locking nut of the rear wheel hub bearings may not be correct to specification. In extreme cases this may affect control of the vehicle.
Remedy: The recall consists of checking the hub nut and if the locking of the nut does not conform to specification replacing the stub axle and the hub.
ENGINE COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
R/2017/339, launched 15 December 2017, 75 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Berlingo, C3, C4, C4 Picasso, DS3, DS4, DS5
Defect: 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.
Remedy: On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Citroen C3 Aircross, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Citroen dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.