Citroën C3, C3 Aircross, C4 And 1 More Recall R/2026/073: Alternator Protection, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Mar 2026
- Launched
- 5,240
- vehicles in the UK
- GW6 - 261071EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and 1 more vehicles built between 4 October 2023 and 12 January 2026. Some vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. The dealer will replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Alternator protection Defect: Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event. Remedy: Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator.
Are You Affected?
C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and 1 more built between 4 October 2023 and 12 January 2026 may be included. Citroën estimates 5,240 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 GW6 - 261071EE or the DVSA reference R/2026/073. 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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/2026/058 on 2 Feb 2026, for citroen C3 front camera software versions update. The one launched after it was R/2026/068 on 10 Mar 2026, for power steering wiring harness. You can also see every Citroën recall, the Citroën C4 recall history, all recalls launched in 2026 and high-voltage battery recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/073, launched 9 March 2026. 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.