Citroën DS4 Recall R/2023/032: Suspension Wishbone Bolts May Have Been Incorrectly Tightened During The Production…, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2023/032, campaign code JHJ/ 230008EE. Data updated daily from DVSA.

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How serious
27 Jan 2023
Launched
262
vehicles in the UK
JHJ/ 230008EE
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Citroën recalled DS4 vehicles built between 22 July 2022 and 30 November 2022. Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process. The dealer will check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process. Defect: Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process. Remedy: Check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.

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The Risk

The recall notice describes the concern as: suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.

The Fix

The dealer will check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.

Are You Affected?

DS4 built between 22 July 2022 and 30 November 2022 may be included. Citroën estimates 262 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.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Citroën.
  2. Book with any franchised Citroën dealer, quoting the campaign code JHJ/ 230008EE or the DVSA reference R/2023/032. See how to get a Citroën recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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Source: DVSA recall R/2023/032, launched 27 January 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

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  1. 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.