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Passenger car (Citroën C3 and others) - Repair
Official notice
10 Feb 2021
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger car (Citroën C3 and others) - Repair. Front subframe defect. ■ Defective component (part name): Front subframe. ■ Condition of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards and its cause: Due to improper storage of materials before manufacturing, some front subframes develop cracks during manufacturing. Consequently, the subframe may break during vehicle use. In the worst case, it may fail to hold the lower arm in place, impairing driving stability. Published 2021-02-10.
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The hazard
The hazard
Front subframe defect. ■ Defective component (part name): Front subframe. ■ Condition of the structure, equipment or performance deemed noncompliant with standards and its cause: Due to improper storage of materials before manufacturing, some front subframes develop cracks during manufacturing. Consequently, the subframe may break during vehicle use. In the worst case, it may fail to hold the lower arm in place, impairing driving stability.
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Brand: Citroën. Contact: Groupe PSA Japan株式会社.
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