DS DS7 Recall R/2023/082: Affected Vehicles May Have An Incorrect Torque On Several Fixation Points Which Could…, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2023/082, campaign code JQM/ 230049EE. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Urgent
How serious
23 Feb 2023
Launched
3
vehicles in the UK
JQM/ 230049EE
Manufacturer’s campaign code

DS recalled DS7 vehicles built between 23 August 2022 and 6 January 2023. Some vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections. The dealer will check and tighten fixings to correct torque. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

Some vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections. Defect: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections. Remedy: Check and tighten fixings to correct torque.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.

The Fix

The dealer will check and tighten fixings to correct torque.

Are You Affected?

DS7 built between 23 August 2022 and 6 January 2023 may be included. DS estimates 3 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with DS, 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 DS.
  2. Book with any franchised DS dealer, quoting the campaign code JQM/ 230049EE or the DVSA reference R/2023/082. See how to get a DS 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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DS3 Crossback, DS4DS automobiles fuel pipeUrgentR/2025/284

This is one of 32 DS recalls in DVSA’s data. The DS recall launched before it was R/2019/063 on 25 Feb 2019, for a driver's airbag component may not be to correct specification. The one launched after it was R/2023/104 on 4 Apr 2023, for affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery…. You can also see every DS recall, all recalls launched in 2023 and fire risk recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2023/082, launched 23 February 2023. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  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.