DS DS 7 Crossback recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 16 safety recalls naming the DS DS 7 Crossback, launched from 2019 to 2025. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
DS DS 7 Crossback recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 16
- 2019 to 2025
- Latest recall
- 29 September 2025
- R/2025/418
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every DS DS 7 Crossback 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.
DS DS7 Crossback BCM software Stop/Start system
R/2025/418, launched 29 September 2025, 548 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the engine will run all the time and will not shut off in start/stop mode due to incorrect Body Control Module coding.
Remedy: Update the Body Control Module software.
DS DS7 Crossback Traction Battery
R/2025/383, launched 8 September 2025, 169 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have a fault in the High Voltage Battery which could potentially lead to it overheating and in the worst case a battery or vehicle fire. Customers are advised to stop any plug-in charging and eSave charging until the vehicle is reworked.
Remedy: Update the battery management software or replace the High Voltage Battery if necessary.
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
R/2025/347, launched 18 August 2025. Also covers the DS3 Crossback
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.
DS Automobiles DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain
R/2025/248, launched 3 July 2025. Also covers the DS3 Crossback
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.
DS Automobiles DS7 Selective Catalytic Reduction diagnosis issues.
R/2025/013, launched 9 January 2025, 377 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software is not according to specification.
Remedy: Upload modified software to the ECU.
DS Automobiles DS7 Crossback Rear Axle Adjustment Rod.
R/2024/488, launched 6 December 2024, 482 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the rear tie toe arm bushing was not crimped to specification which could allow movement of the arm on the bushing.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the rear tie toe arm will be replaced on both sides.
DS Automobiles DS3 DS7 Radio software via OTA update
R/2024/487, launched 6 December 2024. Also covers the DS3 Crossback
Defect: 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.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.
DS DS7 Crossback Steering Wheel Calibration
R/2024/422, launched 23 October 2024, 19 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the steering wheel calibration may not be correct.
Remedy: Check and re-calibrate the steering wheel.
DS DS7 Crossback PHEV Traction Battery
R/2024/274, launched 1 July 2024, 49 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles there is a fault in the High Voltage (HV) Battery which could potentially lead to a breakdown charging issue and/or overheating and in a worst-case scenario a High Voltage Battery or vehicle fire.
Remedy: Replace the High Voltage Battery.
Affected vehicles may have incorrect BEMP software which can lead to incorrect low beam correction when the vehicle is loaded. This is not compliant to regulatory requirements.
R/2023/112, launched 11 April 2023, 73 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have incorrect BEMP software which can lead to incorrect low beam correction when the vehicle is loaded. This is not compliant to regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Install updated BEMP headlamp software.
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
R/2023/147, launched 8 April 2023, 496 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Remedy: The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.
Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.
R/2023/136, launched 6 April 2023, 448 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.
Remedy: A protective wax will be applied between HV battery reinforcing plate and battery cover.
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
R/2023/137, launched 4 April 2023, 62 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Remedy: The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
R/2023/104, launched 4 April 2023, 177 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Remedy: The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.
Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
R/2023/082, launched 23 February 2023, 3 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
Remedy: Check and tighten fixings to correct torque.
A DRIVER'S AIRBAG COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO CORRECT SPECIFICATION
R/2019/063, launched 25 February 2019, 11 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A component of the driver's airbag may not be correct to specification.
Remedy: Replace the Driver’s airbag.
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 DS DS 7 Crossback, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a DS 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.