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Citroen C3 V5 recalled over a fire risk

Vehicle fire risk

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.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • C3 V5

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 21/02/2025 – 31/05/2025
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • GW9 – 261035EE

What to do now

There is a risk of fire on affected Citroen C3 V5.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

Repairs and costs

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/068). Quoted as issued.

Summary

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.

Defect

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.

Remedy

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.

Models

C3 V5

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Citroen C3 V5 being recalled?

There is a risk of fire on affected Citroen C3 V5. Vehicle fires can start while driving or parked. Some manufacturers advise parking outside until the repair is done.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

Safety recall work is carried out by franchised dealers free of charge, whether or not you are the first owner and whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty. If a dealer will not carry out the recall work, contact the manufacturer’s customer services and, if that does not resolve it, the DVSA.

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