Citroën C8 recalls

20 official safety recalls for the Citroën C8 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Fuel heater cover may distort and leak

    Reported December 8, 2015Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2015/243EU Safety Gate A12/1484/1566,381 vehicles affected

    A defective fuel filter heater may distort its cover, allowing air in and fuel out. This could cause poor starting and illuminate a warning light. The cover will be replaced and the connector checked and replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    The fuel filter's integrated heater may be defective and could cause the cover to distort. This could cause air ingress and fuel egress. Either could cause poor starting and a warning light should illuminate
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace fuel heater cover. Check and if necessary replace connector.

  2. Steering column may be incorrectly assembled

    Reported September 2, 2013Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2013/09974 vehicles affected

    The steering column may be incorrectly assembled to the steering wheel shaft. Noise and play may develop, and steering control could eventually be lost. The column will be checked and correctly refitted where needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LOSS OF STEERING
    Defect
    The steering column to steering wheel shaft may not have been assembled correctly. If not corrected noise and play will become apparent and if these warnings are not acted on eventually steering control could be lost.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary refit the steering column correctly to the steering wheel shaft.

  3. Front left tyre may rip and deflate

    Reported March 28, 2012Model years 2012DVSA recall R/2012/04234 vehicles affected

    The front left tyre may have transport damage on the tread or inner side and could rip and deflate. The affected areas will be visually checked and the tyre replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    TYRE MAY DEFLATE
    Defect
    Some tyres may have suffered superficial damage when the vehicle was being transported. The front Left hand tyre may have localised damage on the tread or the inner side. The tyre may rip and deflate.
    Remedy
    Carry out a visual check of the condition of the tyre in the affected areas and replace the tyre if necessary.

  4. Power steering wiring may contact engine bay components

    Reported July 11, 2011Model years 2010–2011DVSA recall R/2011/0822,714 vehicles affected

    The power steering motor wiring may contact other engine bay components, which could affect power steering assistance. Protection will be fitted to the wiring harness.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE MAY FAIL
    Defect
    It is possible that the wiring harness for the power assisted steering motor may come in contact with other components in the engine bay. Should this occur then it is possible that the power steering assistance on this large vehicle may become affected.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and fit protection to the wiring harness.

  5. Fuel return pipe may chafe and leak

    Reported February 22, 2011Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2011/018132 vehicles affected

    The fuel return pipe may rub against the diesel filter support and develop a fuel leak. A protective sleeve will be fitted to the pipe.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    It is possible that the fuel return pipe may chaff on the diesel fuel filter support in the engine compartment. This can if not identified result in a fuel leak.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles for the addition of a protective sleeve to the return pipe.

  6. Exterior lights may switch off without warning

    Reported October 5, 2010Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2010/15551,800 vehicles affected

    The lighting system may not detect the exterior lighting control ring position, causing the lights to switch off without warning. The lighting management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING
    Defect
    It has been identified that the position of the exterior lighting control ring may not be detected by the lighting management system and the lights may switch off without warning.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.

  7. Brake linkage rod may reduce braking efficiency

    Reported August 9, 2010Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2010/1111,260 vehicles affected

    The brake linkage rod's threaded section may not meet specifications, reducing braking efficiency. The rod will be checked and replaced if it does not meet specifications.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE COMPROMISED
    Defect
    The threaded portion of the brake linkage rod in the brake control system may not be to conformity. This could result in a reduction of braking efficiency.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles to check rod and replace if found not to meet conformity.

  8. Exterior lights may switch off without warning

    Reported January 6, 2010Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2009/158592 vehicles affected

    The lighting system may misread the exterior light control switch and turn the lights off without warning. Updated lighting management software will be installed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING
    Defect
    The lighting management system may incorrectly detect the position of the exterior lighting control switch. This may cause the exterior light to switch off without warning.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles and install a new version of the exterior lighting management software to the vehicle.

  9. Diesel return pipe may abrade and leak

    Reported July 28, 2008Model years 2006–2008DVSA recall R/2008/1156,444 vehicles affected

    The diesel return pipe may wear through and leak fuel. The pipe will be inspected; if damaged, it will be replaced, and if undamaged, reinforcement will be fitted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE LEAKAGE FROM THE DIESEL RETURN PIPE FIXED TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD.
    Defect
    It has been identified that the diesel fuel return pipe which is fixed to the inlet manifold may be abraded to the extent that if left undetected will leak.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles as a preventative measure will have the pipe inspected for damage. If any is found the pipe will be replaced. In cases where the pipe remains undamaged it will be fitted with reinforcement.

  10. Brake assistance may be reduced

    Reported July 16, 2008Model years 2006DVSA recall R/2008/111921 vehicles affected

    A defective check valve in the brake vacuum pump may reduce braking assistance over time. The valve will be replaced; some vehicles will also have the air dosing unit replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VACUUM BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY REDUCE.
    Defect
    It has been identified that the check valve within the brake assistance vacuum pump may suffer from a non-conformity which in time may reduce the braking assistance.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles as a preventative measure will have the subject valve replaced. At the same time certain vehicles will also have the air dosing unit replaced.

  11. Brake hose may wear and leak

    Reported November 7, 2007Model years 2006–2007DVSA recall R/2007/16418 vehicles affected

    A brake hose may rub against the exhaust heat shield and wear, potentially causing a brake circuit leak and increased brake pedal travel. The shield will be adjusted, and a worn hose replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF EXTENDED BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
    Defect
    It has been identified that a brake hose may become worn as a result of rubbing contact against the heat shield protecting the exhaust system. This may lead in extreme cases to a leak from a brake circuit which manifests itself in increased brake pedal travel.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the exhaust heat shield adjusted in order to maintain the correct distance from the subject brake hose. Should the hose display signs of wear it will be replaced.

  12. Seat belt locking action may be too slow

    Reported May 6, 2006Model years 2006DVSA recall R/2006/08078 vehicles affected

    The seat belt may not lock as quickly as designed. Seat belt manufacture dates will be checked and belts replaced where necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SEATBELT MAY NOT OPERATE AS DESIGNED
    Defect
    The seat belt locking action may not be as fast as it is designed to be.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that may be affecte check the date of manufacture of the seat belts and where necessary replace the seat belts.

  13. Moisture may freeze and reduce braking assistance

    Reported May 6, 2006Model years 2003–2004DVSA recall R/2006/0715,062 vehicles affected

    Moisture may freeze in the vacuum circuit and reduce braking assistance. A separate filtered air vent will be fitted to each electro valve in the circuit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKING MAY BE AFFECTED
    Defect
    Braking assistance could be adversely affected by freezing of moisture that may accumulate in the vacuum circuit.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that may be affected and fit a separate air vent complete with filter to each electro valve fitted to the vacuum circuit.

  14. Fuel may leak into the engine after switch-off

    Reported January 26, 2006Model years 2002–2003DVSA recall R/2006/011502 vehicles affected

    A fault in the engine management system may allow fuel to leak from one or more injectors after switch-off, leaving too much fuel in the inlet manifold or cylinders for the engine to restart. Dealers will update the engine management software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK INTO ENGINE
    Defect
    A potential fault within the engine management system could cause an internal engine fuel leak via one or more of the injectors following engine switch off. The engine would then not restart because of the excess fuel present in the inlet manifold or cylinders.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the engine management unit software updated.

  15. Brake pipe may wear and leak fluid

    Reported September 26, 2005Model years 2003–2004DVSA recall R/2005/1362,305 vehicles affected

    A brake pipe may rub against a turbocharger air inlet clip and wear, potentially causing brake fluid loss and the brake warning lamp to come on. The clip will be repositioned if needed, and a worn pipe replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK
    Defect
    There is a possibility of a brake pipe contacting the clip of the turbo-charger air inlet union. In extreme cases this could lead to a loss of brake fluid causing the brake warning lamp to come on.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and where necessary reposition the clip of the turbo-charger air inlet union. If the brake pipe shows traces of wear it will need to be replaced.

  16. Engine protection tray may detach

    Reported July 8, 2005Model years 2002–2004DVSA recall R/2005/0945,218 vehicles affected

    The under-engine protection tray fixings may deteriorate, allowing the tray to fall while driving. A dealer will replace the fixings.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE ENGINE PROTECTION TRAY MAY DETACH
    Defect
    The fixings for the under engine protection tray could deteriorate which could lead in some cases to the tray falling whilst the vehicle is in motion.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the engine under protection tray fixings replaced.

  17. Airbag system may malfunction due to water ingress

    Reported July 8, 2005Model years 2002–2004DVSA recall R/2005/0935,628 vehicles affected

    Condensation from the air conditioning system may drain into the passenger compartment, activating the airbag warning light and, in extreme cases, causing the airbag system to malfunction. The drain pipe seal will be improved.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG LIGHT MAY COME ON INADVERTENTLY
    Defect
    Due to draining of the condensation from the air conditioning system into the passenger compartment the air bag warning light may activate unintentionally. This in extreme cases may cause the air bag system to malfunction.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the sealing of the pipe which drains the condensation from the air conditioning system improved.

  18. Heater blower may short circuit and cause a fire

    Reported February 9, 2004Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2004/01725 vehicles affected

    Defective heater blower components could short circuit, causing loss of passenger compartment ventilation and, in an extreme case, a wiring harness fire. Replace the heater blower module.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    HEATER BLOWER MODULE - RISK OF FIRE
    Defect
    There is a possibility of defective components in the heater blower which could cause a short circuit and a loss of ventilation of the passenger compartment and in an extreme condition could set fire to the wiring harness.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace heater blower module.

  19. Water ingress may cause airbag deployment

    Reported July 18, 2003Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2003/121118 vehicles affected

    Water may enter the airbag control unit, illuminating the warning light and potentially deploying the airbag unintentionally. The control unit compartment will be sealed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WATER INGRESS INTO THE AIRBAG ECU
    Defect
    Water ingress into the airbag electronic control unit (ECU) could result in illumination of the warning light and in the worst case unintentional deployment of the airbag.
    Remedy
    Seal the airbag ECU compartment.

  20. Electrical signal may disable sliding door safety lock

    Reported July 18, 2003Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2003/120269 vehicles affected

    An electrical signal while driving may disable the sliding door safety lock, allowing the door to open unintentionally. A replacement electronic control unit will be fitted to the door.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SIGNAL COULD NEUTRALISE THE SLIDING DOOR SAFETY LOCK.
    Defect
    When the vehicle is moving an electrical signal could neutralise the sliding door safety lock and allow the door to open unintentionally.
    Remedy
    Fit a replacement electronic control unit to the door.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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