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Automotive · European Union · 2025-07-25

Origin: France

Citroen passenger car camshaft chain resistance reduced by oil carbonisation, risking chain failure

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-07-25
Country of origin	France
Manufacturer	CITROEN
Models affected	Berlingo, C3 Aircross V2, C3 V4, C4 Cactus, C4 V3, C4 Picasso, C4X, C5 Aircross, Celysée,...
Defect	Due to oil carbonisation and high contact pressure, the 7 mm camshaft chain resistance can be reduced. This may cause the camshaft chain to break, leading to an engine failure. This can cause a loss of vehicle's control and increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	SR/02655/25
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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