CITROEN — C3 Aircross V3, C3 V5
Passenger car. C3 V5: VIN : VR7CBZYA7RT176772 - VR7CCHPVXTT000267. C3 AIRCROSS V3: VIN : VR7CGHPV5RT163339 - VR7CGHPY5TT000241.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Fire, Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The electric power steering harness being routed between two screws, and slight vibrations may cause damage during steering operations. This may cause a short circuit, leading to a loss of power steering assistance and/or a fire in the passenger compartment.
- Origin
- France
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? A car maker found a problem with some Citroën C3 models. A wire near the steering may get hurt by screws and cause a fire.
What's happening? The wire can get damaged when you turn the wheel. This could make the steering stop working and start a fire.
Does this affect me? If you have a Citroën C3 Aircross V3 or C3 V5, check if your car is one of the ones that need fixing.
What should I do? Take your car to a Citroën dealer right away. Ask your dealer or a mechanic if you are not sure.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Fire, Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The electric power steering harness being routed between two screws, and slight vibrations may cause damage during steering operations. This may cause a short circuit, leading to a loss of power steering assistance and/or a fire in the passenger compartment. · Origin: France
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