C3, C4, DS3, DS4, DS5
C3, C4, DS3, DS4, DS5 was recalled on 12 February 2021 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00148/21. Injuries risk reported by Germany. The gas generator of the driver and/or front-seat passenger airbag could be defective.
| Alert Number | A12/00148/21 |
| Brand | Citroen, DS |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | Types: S, N, K, e2*2007/46*0003*00 - *45; e2*2007/46*0040*02 -*29 e2*2007/46*0060*08 - *09; *15; e2*2007/46*0079*04 - *05 e2*2007/46*0092*01 - *16 e2*2007/46*0156*01 e2*KS07/46*0004*00 - *03 - *09 , e2*KS07/46*0005*00 - *01 e24*2007/46*0019*02 - *03 e24*2007/46*0027*00 e24*2007/46*0028*00 e11*2007/46*0113*06 TR*2007/46*8360*00 |
| Published | 12 February 2021 |
Risk Description
The gas generator of the driver and/or front-seat passenger airbag could be defective.This may result in uncontrolled inflation and the release of metal fragments when the airbag is activated, causing injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to C3, C4, DS3, DS4, DS5.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.