We started the year with a good list of calls for review from the European Commission and although the truth is that we know that there is accumulation and that not all that should have been published have been published, it is a good start.
Brand: Citroën
Name: C3 and C-Elysée
Production dates: C3 V4 (B618) 04/07/2021 – 04/10/2021 C-Elysée 04/12/2021 – 04/21/2021
Company recall code: HVY
Risk type: Injuries
The outer pinion of the right driveshaft can break due to lack of heat treatment during part manufacture, which can lead to a break in the driveshaft. The engine will continue to run, but there is no transmission of torque to the drive wheels, increasing the risk of an accident.
Make: Ford
Name: Transit-Connect
Production dates: 04/22/2013 – 04/30/2021
Company recall code: 21S24
Risk type: Injuries
The selector lever may malfunction, leading to unintended vehicle movements. These vehicle movements will increase the risk of an accident.
Make: Peugeot
Name: 301
Production dates: 04/12/2021 – 04/21/2021
Company recall code: KQR
Risk type: Injuries
The outer pinion of the right driveshaft can break due to lack of heat treatment during part manufacture, which can lead to a break in the driveshaft. The engine will continue to run, but there is no transmission of torque to the drive wheels, increasing the risk of an accident.
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
Name: CLA, GLA, GLE / GLS, A-Class, AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, E-Class, B-Class, GLC, CLS, G-Class
Production dates: 27.05.2016 – 24.08.2020
Company recall code: 792034
Risk type: Fire
A trapped particle can damage the seal between the fuel supply system and the fuel injector, which could cause fuel to leak into the engine compartment. Consequently, fuel leaks can come into contact with hot engine parts, increasing the risk of fire.
Brand: DS Automobiles
Name: DS7 CROSSBACK
Production dates: 03/31/2021 – 09/28/2021
Company recall code: HVJ
Risk type: Injuries
In the event of an accident, the parts of the retractable roof that are close to the side curtain airbag will not be able to be positioned correctly. As a result, when the airbag is deployed, rear seat passengers can come into contact with materials that can cause cuts.
Brand: DS Automobiles
Name: DS7 CROSSBACK e-Tense
Company recall code: HWK
Risk type: Injuries
There is a risk of premature wear of the rear tires (inner edge of the wheel) which can lead to a sudden loss of tire pressure, which can increase the risk of an accident.
