DS Ds7 reliability
The DS Ds7 fails its MOT about as often as most cars up to 5 years old: 14.2% of 1,710 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.
16 DVSA recalls for the DS Ds7
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
DS DS7 Crossback BCM software Stop/Start system
On affected vehicles the engine will run all the time and will not shut off in start/stop mode due to incorrect Body Control Module coding.
Fix: Update the Body Control Module software.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 548 vehicles
DS DS7 Crossback Traction Battery
Affected vehicles may have a fault in the High Voltage Battery which could potentially lead to it overheating and in the worst case a battery or vehicle fire. Customers are advised to stop any plug-in charging and eSave charging until the vehicle is reworked.
Fix: Update the battery management software or replace the High Voltage Battery if necessary.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 169 vehicles
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.
Fix: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 534 vehicles
DS Automobiles DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain
Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.
Fix: Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 959 vehicles
DS Automobiles DS7 Selective Catalytic Reduction diagnosis issues.
On affected vehicles the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software is not according to specification.
Fix: Upload modified software to the ECU.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 377 vehicles
DS Automobiles DS3 DS7 Radio software via OTA update
On affected vehicles the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) functionality may not meet regulatory requirements and the Active Emergency Brake (AEB) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) can inadvertently be deactivated by a long press of the ADAS button on the radio.
Fix: On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 19 vehicles
DS Automobiles DS7 Crossback Rear Axle Adjustment Rod.
On affected vehicles the rear tie toe arm bushing was not crimped to specification which could allow movement of the arm on the bushing.
Fix: On the affected vehicles the rear tie toe arm will be replaced on both sides.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 482 vehicles
DS DS7 Crossback Steering Wheel Calibration
On affected vehicles the steering wheel calibration may not be correct.
Fix: Check and re-calibrate the steering wheel.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 19 vehicles
DS DS7 Crossback PHEV Traction Battery
On affected vehicles there is a fault in the High Voltage (HV) Battery which could potentially lead to a breakdown charging issue and/or overheating and in a worst-case scenario a High Voltage Battery or vehicle fire.
Fix: Replace the High Voltage Battery.
Recalled models: DS7 Crossback PHEV · 49 vehicles
Affected vehicles may have incorrect BEMP software which can lead to incorrect low beam correction when the vehicle is loaded. This is not compliant to regulatory requirements.
Affected vehicles may have incorrect BEMP software which can lead to incorrect low beam correction when the vehicle is loaded. This is not compliant to regulatory requirements.
Fix: Install updated BEMP headlamp software.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 73 vehicles
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Fix: The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.
Recalled models: DS7 PHEV · 496 vehicles
Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.
Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.
Fix: A protective wax will be applied between HV battery reinforcing plate and battery cover.
Recalled models: DS7 PHEV · 448 vehicles
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Fix: The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.
Recalled models: DS7 PHEV · 177 vehicles
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
Fix: The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.
Recalled models: DS7 PHEV · 62 vehicles
Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
Fix: Check and tighten fixings to correct torque.
Recalled models: DS7 · 3 vehicles
A driver's airbag component may not be to correct specification
A component of the driver's airbag may not be correct to specification.
Fix: Replace the Driver�s airbag.
Recalled models: DS7 CROSSBACK · 11 vehicles
Checking a DS Ds7 before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.