DVSA speaks out after 72,000 drivers in UK told 'stop driving' from this week
This recall affects the: second-generation Citroën C3 manufactured between 2009 and 2016 and Citroën DS 3 manufactured between 2009 and 2016 as well as the DS Automobiles DS 3 manufactured between 2016 and 2019.
Enter the vehicle identification number (VIN) and the code displayed on the Citroën website. The DVSA said: "You can MOT test the vehicle as normal. The affected vehicles will only cause a problem in the event of an airbag deployment because of an accident.
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"You should issue a 'manual advisory' with the following text: 'This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair.'"
A further 72,000 vehicles in the UK are being recalled by Stellantis as part of another Europe-wide safety campaign affecting seven of its brands, leading to the DVSA to update guidance this week.
Vehicles included in the Stellantis stop-drive recall
Second-generation Citroen C3 manufactured between 2009 and 2016
Citroen DS 3 manufactured between 2009 and 2016
DS Automobiles DS 3 manufactured between 2016 and 2019
Citroen C4 manufactured between 2010 and 2018
Citroen DS4 manufactured between 2010 and 2018
Citroen DS5 manufactured between 2010 and 2018
Stellantis advised: "Recall campaigns are related to your vehicle's safety or regulatory compliance. You should contact your authorized repairer as soon as possible. These interventions are carried out free of charge.
"Takata airbag recalls are ongoing and affect vehicles from many automotive brands and manufacturers worldwide.
"The chemicals in these Takata airbag inflators can deteriorate over time, especially when exposed to hot and humid climatic conditions. This can cause some inflators to rupture in the event of an accident, leading to airbag deployment, which may cause serious injuries or even fatalities in the worst-case scenario.
"Stellantis is recalling all affected vehicles with a phased approach to provide the fastest and most efficient customer service possible.
"We will prioritize older vehicles as they need to be addressed first due to the behavior of the chemical components over time."
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