Citroën DS3 Crossback Recall R/2020/037: The Routing Of The Rear Brake Pipes May Not Conform To Specification, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 12 Feb 2020
- Launched
- 15
- vehicles in the UK
- HAU
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled DS3 Crossback vehicles built between 26 April 2019 and 16 October 2019. The routing of the rear brake pipes may not be correct and could cause them to fail. The dealer will check and replace affected pipes if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The routing of the rear brake pipes may not be correct and could cause them to fail.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE ROUTING OF THE REAR BRAKE PIPES MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION Defect: The routing of the rear brake pipes may not be correct and could cause them to fail. Remedy: Check and replace affected pipes if necessary
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause them to fail.
The Fix
The dealer will check and replace affected pipes if necessary.
Are You Affected?
DS3 Crossback built between 26 April 2019 and 16 October 2019 may be included. Citroën estimates 15 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 HAU or the DVSA reference R/2020/037. 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
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlingo Electric, C4 Electric, C4X Electric, DS3 CrossbackThere is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving | Urgent | R/2023/010 | |
| C4 V3, Dispatch IV, DS3 Crossback, SpacetourerThe high voltage harness fitted might not be to correct specification | Urgent | R/2022/202 | |
| DS3 CrossbackThe urea injector may block and lead to NOX emissions out of regulatory limits | Low | R/2020/359 | |
| C5XVSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera | Urgent | R/2025/543 | |
| C3, C3 AircrossCitroen C3 C3 Aircross brake pedal bracket connection | Urgent | R/2025/514 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2019/449 on 6 Feb 2020, for potential blocking of the urea injector. The one launched after it was R/2020/053 on 25 Feb 2020, for certain rear suspension fixing bolts may not conform to specification. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2020 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/037, launched 12 February 2020. 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.