Gowan Distributors Limited, the official distributor of Citroën and DS in Ireland, has announced a voluntary recall of several Citroën and DS models due to an emissions compliance issue linked to the DV5R E6.3 engine.
The recall was issued on 9 October 2024 and affects 915 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland, manufactured between January 2022 and December 2022.
Affected Vehicles
The following models are included in the recall:
- Citroën C3 Aircross
- Citroën C3 V4
- Citroën C4 V3
- Citroën C4 Picasso
- Citroën C5 Aircross
- Citroën C-Elysee
- DS3 Crossback
Production period: January 2022 – December 2022
Number of affected vehicles in Ireland: 915
Details of the Fault
The issue concerns vehicles equipped with the DV5R E6.3 engine.
- During the first 20,000 km of driving, particularly in urban conditions, the engine may produce higher levels of nitrogen oxides (NOx).
- This is due to the after-treatment system not reaching sufficient exhaust temperatures, reducing its effectiveness.
- After 20,000 km of use, the system functions as intended.
Risks
- Regulatory compliance risk: Vehicles may fail statutory emissions requirements during the early mileage phase.
- Environmental impact: Elevated NOx emissions contribute to air pollution and respiratory health issues.
- No immediate driver safety risk, but environmental compliance and air quality are affected.
What Owners Should Do
- Citroën and DS Ireland will contact affected owners directly.
- Owners should arrange an appointment with an authorised Citroën or DS dealer.
- Dealers will apply a software update or calibration correction to ensure the after-treatment system functions correctly even in early mileage.
- All recall work will be carried out free of charge.
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
- Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the Citroën or DS recall checker.
- Contact your local authorised Citroën or DS dealer.
- Cross-check details via the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) website.
Official Sources
FAQs
Q: Which Citroën and DS vehicles are affected?
A: The recall covers C3 Aircross, C3 V4, C4 V3, C4 Picasso, C5 Aircross, C-Elysee, and DS3 Crossback models with the DV5R E6.3 engine.
Q: How many vehicles are affected in Ireland?
A: A total of 915 vehicles manufactured in 2022.
Q: What is the fault?
A: The after-treatment system may not work effectively in the first 20,000 km, causing excessive NOx emissions in town driving.
Q: Is this a safety issue?
A: No direct safety risk, but it affects emissions compliance and environmental performance.
Disclaimer
This article is based on official recall information provided by Gowan Distributors Limited (Citroën Ireland) and the CCPC. Owners should verify details with their authorised dealer.
