Citroën C3 Aircross Recall R/2025/363: Citroen C3 C3 Aircross Risk Of Brake Bar Welding Breakage, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Stop driving
- How serious
- 2 Sep 2025
- Launched
- 2,022
- vehicles in the UK
- GN2 -251737EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C3 Aircross vehicles built between 28 April 2025 and 2 August 2025. There is a risk of the brake bar welding breaking leading to a complete loss of braking. The recall notice describes the fix as: currently there is no determined remedy. You are advised not to drive the vehicle. The repairer will arrange a replacement mobility solution. You won't usually pay for it.1
The manufacturer’s notice tells owners not to use it. Ask for collection or a home repair.
The manufacturer's notice tells owners not to drive until the repair is done. Ask Citroën to collect the car. See do not drive recalls.
What’s Wrong
There is a risk of the brake bar welding breaking leading to a complete loss of braking.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Citroen C3 C3 Aircross Risk of Brake Bar Welding Breakage. Defect: On affected vehicles there is a risk of the brake bar welding breaking leading to a complete loss of braking. Remedy: Currently there is no determined remedy. You are advised not to drive the vehicle. The repairer will arrange a replacement mobility solution.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a complete loss of braking.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: currently there is no determined remedy. You are advised not to drive the vehicle. The repairer will arrange a replacement mobility solution.
Are You Affected?
C3 Aircross built between 28 April 2025 and 2 August 2025 may be included. Citroën estimates 2,022 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 GN2 -251737EE or the DVSA reference R/2025/363. 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Berlingo, C3 Aircross, C3 V4, C4 and 2 moreCitroen DV5R engines camshaft chain | Low | R/2025/247 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2025/346 on 18 Aug 2025, for on board diagnostics. The one launched after it was R/2025/365 on 2 Sep 2025, for citroen c- zero passenger airbag takata. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2025 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2025/363, launched 2 September 2025. 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.