Citroën C3, DS3 Recall R/2013/068: Rear Screen May Detach, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 7 Jun 2013
- Launched
- 19
- vehicles in the UK
- MWH
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C3, DS3 vehicles built between 25 March 2013 and 26 March 2013. The rear screen seal may not be to specification. The dealer will replace the rear screen seal. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The rear screen seal may not be to specification. This could lead to water ingress into the boot area which in extreme cases could cause the rear screen to become insecure in its housing.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR SCREEN MAY DETACH Defect: It has been identified that it is possible that the rear screen seal may not be to specification. This could lead to water ingress into the boot area which in extreme cases could cause the rear screen to become insecure in its housing. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the rear screen seal.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to water ingress into the boot area which in extreme cases could cause the rear screen to become insecure in its housing.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the rear screen seal.
Are You Affected?
C3, DS3 built between 25 March 2013 and 26 March 2013 may be included. Citroën estimates 19 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Citroën, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Citroën.
- Book with any franchised Citroën dealer, quoting the campaign code MWH or the DVSA reference R/2013/068. See how to get a Citroën recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
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|---|---|---|---|
| C3, C3 AircrossAlarm triggered randomly: BCM software | Low | R/2026/122 | |
| C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4XAlternator protection | Urgent | R/2026/073 | |
| C3Citroen C3 v5 Autonomous telematics box cannot connect to server | Low | R/2025/487 | |
| C3, C3 AircrossCitroen C3 C3 Aircross brake pedal bracket connection | Urgent | R/2025/514 | |
| Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and 5 moreOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/346 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2013/037 on 22 Mar 2013, for possible loss of braking assistance. The one launched after it was R/2013/099 on 2 Sep 2013, for loss of steering. You can also see every Citroën recall and all recalls launched in 2013.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/068, launched 7 June 2013. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.