DS DS3 Crossback Recall R/2023/166: A Fuel Pipe Could Develop A Leak In The Engine Compartment Which Could Lead To A Risk Of A…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 7 Jun 2023
- Launched
- 15
- vehicles in the UK
- JSN/230286EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
DS recalled DS3 Crossback vehicles built between 23 September 2022 and 22 March 2023. A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire. The dealer will check and replace the fuel pipe if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire. Defect: A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire. Remedy: Check and replace the fuel pipe if necessary.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.
The Fix
The dealer will check and replace the fuel pipe if necessary.
Are You Affected?
DS3 Crossback built between 23 September 2022 and 22 March 2023 may be included. DS estimates 15 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 JSN/230286EE or the DVSA reference R/2023/166. 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?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| DS3 CrossbackBCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable | Low | R/2026/185 | |
| DS3 CrossbackAlternator protection | Urgent | R/2026/102 | |
| DS3 CrossbackDS automobiles DS3 Crossback ESC software | Book soon | R/2025/454 | |
| 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/2023/165 on 31 May 2023, for affected vehicles may have been supplied with a charging cable that was not according to…. The one launched after it was R/2024/137 on 13 Mar 2024, for cross carline Engine software. You can also see every DS recall, all recalls launched in 2023 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/166, launched 7 June 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.