DS DS4 Recall R/2026/230: vSM Software Interior Door Handles, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 3 Jun 2026
- Launched
- 589
- vehicles in the UK
- GX2 - 261003EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
DS recalled DS4 vehicles built between 14 December 2022 and 9 February 2026. Some vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit. The dealer will update the vehicle supervision module software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VSM software Interior door handles Defect: Affected vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit. Remedy: Update the Vehicle Supervision Module software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in occupants being unable to exit.
The Fix
The dealer will update the vehicle supervision module software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
DS4 built between 14 December 2022 and 9 February 2026 may be included. DS estimates 589 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 GX2 - 261003EE or the DVSA reference R/2026/230. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DS4Risk of wrong fuel pipe routing | Urgent | R/2026/197 | |
| DS3 Crossback, DS4DS automobiles fuel pipe | Urgent | R/2025/284 | |
| DS4DS DS4 fuel pipe leakage | Urgent | R/2025/057 | |
| DS4Affected vehicles may have been supplied with a charging cable that was not according to specification (a risk of a wrong safety calibration feature of the temperature sensor of the charging cable pins). In worst-case this could lead to a thermal incident during charging | Urgent | R/2023/165 | |
| DS3 CrossbackBCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable | Low | R/2026/185 |
This is one of 32 DS recalls in DVSA’s data. The DS recall launched before it was R/2026/197 on 3 Jun 2026, for risk of wrong fuel pipe routing. The one launched after it was R/2026/317 on 19 Aug 2026, for electrical harness protection. You can also see every DS recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/230, launched 3 June 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.