Stellantis Issues Urgent Stop-Drive Order for Citroën & DS models Over Takata Airbag Concerns
AMSTERDAM, June 19, 2025 – Stellantis has issued an immediate stop-drive order across Europe for Citroën C3 (second generation) and DS3 (first generation) vehicles manufactured between 2009 and 2019, due to concerns surrounding Takata airbags[[1]]. Owners of affected vehicles are being urged to instantly cease driving and contact their local dealer for a free repair.
This action builds upon an existing, year-long comprehensive recall campaign that initially focused on Southern Europe before expanding northward. Stellantis emphasizes that stop-drive decisions are made considering factors like airbag specifications, vehicle age, climate, and regulatory notifications.
A recent incident in France prompted Stellantis to accelerate its response and implement the stop-drive order for all impacted vehicles, demonstrating the company’s dedication to customer safety.
What Owners Need to Do:
Affected customers will receive direct notifications.
Vehicle owners can check if their car is impacted using the VIN check tool on the Citroën website, contacting their local dealer, or calling the customer care hotline.
* Crucially, owners who have changed addresses or contact information are urged to update their details in relevant databases to ensure they receive timely updates.
Stellantis is leveraging its entire network – suppliers,dealers,and manufacturing plants – to expedite repairs and provide a convenient solution for customers.the company reaffirms its commitment to transparency and responsible action in resolving this critical safety issue.
