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🧸 Product FR May 7, 2021

citroen — c3 aircross, berlingo camionnette/véhicule utilitaire léger

la colonne de direction n’est pas fabriquée selon les spécifications. cela peut entraîner une défaillance de la direction et une perte de maîtrise du véhicule, ce qui augmente le risque d’accident.

The steering column is not made to specifications. This could cause steering failure and loss of control, increasing the risk of an accident.
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120 days in total
May 19, 2026 September 16, 2026
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What is this? This is a safety notice about some Citroën cars. The steering column may not be made correctly. This could make the steering fail.

What's happening? Citroën has found a problem with the steering column in some of these cars. If it fails, you could lose control of the car.

Does this affect me? If you own or drive one of these Citroën models, you may be at risk. Check if your car is part of this recall.

What should I do? Stop driving the car and contact a Citroën dealer or mechanic right away. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel unsure about driving.

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Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: blessures · la colonne de direction n’est pas fabriquée selon les spécifications. cela peut entraîner une défaillance de la direction et une perte de maîtrise du véhicule, ce qui augmente le risque d’accident.

First published
May 7, 2021
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/49054/rapex

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What is this product recall alert about?
citroen — c3 aircross, berlingo camionnette/véhicule utilitaire léger. The steering column is not made to specifications. This could cause steering failure and loss of control, increasing the risk of an accident.
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on May 7, 2021 by Rappel Conso (DGCCRF, France).
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to France.
How serious is this alert?
Medium risk. A medium risk means harm is possible under certain conditions. Read the notice and act on the recommended steps.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on rappel.conso.gouv.fr.

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