Passenger car Recall – EU Safety Gate

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Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 24, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Passenger car

Brand: DS

Country: France

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01736/26 |
View original notice →

Recall Summary

Product Passenger car
Brand DS
Country France
Case Number SR/01736/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Here is the factual recall information record based on the provided EU Safety Gate data.

Recall Information Record: DS Passenger Cars (DS4 V2, DS8)
Case Number: SR/01736/26
Notifying Country: France
Date of Record: 01/06/2026

1. Recall Summary
The manufacturer, DS, has initiated a recall of specific passenger car models (DS4 V2 and DS8) due to a safety defect involving the interior door handles. According to the recall notice, the interior door handles may deactivate when the key is in engine-running mode. This condition could prevent occupants from exiting the vehicle, potentially leading to injury in the event of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

2. Affected Products
– Brand: DS
– Product Name: DS4 V2, DS8
– Category: Motor vehicles (Passenger car)
– Type/Model Numbers:
– DS4 V2: e2*2007/46*0628*26 through e2*2007/46*0628*39; g11*2018/858*00753*00 through g11*2018/858*00753*03.
– DS8: e2*2018/858*00064*06 through e2*2018/858*00064*11.
– Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs):
– DS4 V2: VR1FCYHZTN1041739 to VR1FRHPY9V1000016.
– DS8: VR1KDZKV9SP000512 to VR1KDZKT2TP001646.
– Production Dates:
– DS4 V2: 14.12.2022 to 09.02.2026.
– DS8: 27.03.2025 to 28.10.2025.
– Country of Origin: France
– Company Recall Code: GX2

3. Hazard Information
– Risk Type: Injuries
– Hazard Description: Interior door handles may deactivate when the key is in engine-running mode. This could prevent occupants from exiting the vehicle, potentially leading to injury in the event of an accident.
– Non-Compliance: The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
– Risk Level: Serious risk

4. Consumer Action Required
The recall notice specifies that the measure is a “Recall of the product from end users.” Consumers who own an affected vehicle (DS4 V2 or DS8) within the specified VIN ranges and production dates should contact an authorized DS dealer or service center to arrange for the necessary repair. The recall is scheduled to take effect on 01/06/2026.

5. Official Remedy
The official remedy is a recall of the product from end users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. Specific details regarding the repair procedure (e.g., replacement of door handle components or software update) are not specified in the recall notice. Consumers should expect the remedy to be performed free of charge by an authorized DS dealer.

6. Contact Information
– Notifying Country Authority: France (specific contact details not provided in the recall notice).
– Manufacturer: DS (specific contact details not provided in the recall notice).
– Recall Reference: Case Number SR/01736/26.
– EU Safety Gate Link: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099262
– Company Recall Code: GX2

Note: For specific questions regarding your vehicle, please contact your local authorized DS dealer or the DS customer service hotline. Information regarding the specific repair procedure or parts involved is not specified in the recall notice.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Passenger car?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01736/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Passenger car?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Passenger car?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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