DS DS3 Crossback Recall R/2023/142: On Affected Vehicles The AC Compressor Stator Wiring Could Develop A Fault Leading To…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 May 2023
- Launched
- 2,127
- vehicles in the UK
- JTF/221078CO
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
DS recalled DS3 Crossback vehicles built between 13 June 2019 and 21 December 2022. The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. Defect: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.� Remedy: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.,.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
DS3 Crossback built between 13 June 2019 and 21 December 2022 may be included. DS estimates 2,127 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.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with DS.
- Book with any franchised DS dealer, quoting the campaign code JTF/221078CO or the DVSA reference R/2023/142. See how to get a DS recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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|---|---|---|---|
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| DS3 Crossback, DS7 CrossbackOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/347 | |
| DS3 Crossback, DS4DS automobiles fuel pipe | Urgent | R/2025/284 |
This is one of 32 DS recalls in DVSA’s data. The DS recall launched before it was R/2023/112 on 11 Apr 2023, for affected vehicles may have incorrect BEMP software which can lead to incorrect low beam…. The one launched after it was R/2023/165 on 31 May 2023, for affected vehicles may have been supplied with a charging cable that was not according to…. You can also see every DS recall, all recalls launched in 2023 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/142, launched 9 May 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.