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Passenger car - C3 and DS3

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Passenger car - C3 and DS3 was recalled on 18 June 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 0917/10. Injuries risk reported by France. The products pose a risk of injuries because a fault can cause the front right transmission to fail which could potentially lead to a road accident.

Alert Number0917/10
BrandCitroën
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryFrance
Country of OriginFrance
Model NumberModel "C3" III HDI 70 FAP/Vti 120 and model "DS3" Vti 120Chassis numbers VF7 SC8HR0 AA514504 to VF7 SC8HZC AA555267Chassis numbers VF7 SC8HZC AW505691 toVF7 SA5FS0AW14688
Published18 June 2010

Risk Description

The products pose a risk of injuries because a fault can cause the front right transmission to fail which could potentially lead to a road accident.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Passenger car

⚠️ What Should You Do?

This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Passenger car - C3 and DS3.

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.

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