Citroën C3, C3 Aircross Recall R/2023/220: Affected Vehicles May Have Been Fitted With A Rear Axle Crossmember That Was Not…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 21 Jul 2023
- Launched
- 372
- vehicles in the UK
- JJN/ 221334EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C3, C3 Aircross vehicles built between 24 May 2022 and 15 June 2022. Some vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications. The dealer will check and replace the rear axle crossmember if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications. Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications. Remedy: Check and replace the rear axle crossmember if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: affected vehicles may have been fitted with a rear axle crossmember that was not manufactured according to specifications.
The Fix
The dealer will check and replace the rear axle crossmember if necessary.
Are You Affected?
C3, C3 Aircross built between 24 May 2022 and 15 June 2022 may be included. Citroën estimates 372 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 JJN/ 221334EE or the DVSA reference R/2023/220. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| C3 AircrossCitroen C3 C3 Aircross risk of brake bar welding breakage | Stop driving | R/2025/363 |
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Source: DVSA recall R/2023/220, launched 21 July 2023. 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.