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🧸 Product FR April 1, 2022

ds automobiles — ds3 crossback e-tense voiture de tourisme

le système de détection de circuit ouvert sur le circuit haute tension peut être sursensible et pourrait inutilement couper le courant. en conséquence, le véhicule peut perdre de l’énergie pendant la conduite, ce qui augmente le risque d’accident. de plus, il pourrait être imposs...

A fault in the high-voltage circuit detection system may cut power unnecessarily, causing the vehicle to lose energy while driving and increasing the risk of an accident. The vehicle may also be unable to restart or move for several minutes.
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This alert was reported 1518 days ago and has been moved from our active feed to the archive. The original safety information still applies — we have no confirmation from the issuing agency that the product is safe again. Refer to the official notice for the current status.
📈 Timeline
9 days in total
May 19, 2026 May 28, 2026
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What is this? This is a notice about some DS3 Crossback e-Tense electric cars. A small electrical part may turn off the power too soon while you drive.

What's happening? The car might suddenly lose power on the road. It could also refuse to start or move for a few minutes.

Does this affect me? If you own or drive one of these cars in France, you could be at risk.

What should I do? Take the car to a DS dealer right away. Ask your dealer or a mechanic before driving it again.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Brand(s) / product name(s)
ds automobiles
Agency-published detail

Type: automobiles et moyens de déplacement · Category: automobiles, motos, scooters · Hazard: blessures · le système de détection de circuit ouvert sur le circuit haute tension peut être sursensible et pourrait inutilement couper le courant. en conséquence, le véhicule peut perdre de l’énergie pendant la conduite, ce qui augmente le risque d’accident. de plus, il pourrait être impossible de redémarrer ou de déplacer le véhicule pendant plusieurs minutes.

First published
April 1, 2022
Last refreshed by us
1 week ago
Severity (as classified)
Medium
Official source
https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/fiche-rappel/48427/rapex

All information on this page comes from the official agency notice. We translate and summarise it; we don't add or edit facts.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

▸ What is this product recall alert about?
ds automobiles — ds3 crossback e-tense voiture de tourisme. A fault in the high-voltage circuit detection system may cut power unnecessarily, causing the vehicle to lose energy while driving and increasing the risk of an accident. The vehicle may also be unable to restart or move for several minutes.
▸ When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on April 1, 2022 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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