Citroën Xsara Recall R/2000/121: Potential Loss Of Brake Vacuum Assistance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Nov 2000
- Launched
- 2,611
- vehicles in the UK
- XDP
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled Xsara vehicles built between 1 January 1999 and 31 December 2000. Possibility of failure of the vacuum pump drive dog leading to a loss of brake assistance. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the potentially affected range of vehicles and replace the drive dog on those equipped with a Magneti Marelli vacuum pump. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Possibility of failure of the vacuum pump drive dog leading to a loss of brake assistance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POTENTIAL LOSS OF BRAKE VACUUM ASSISTANCE Defect: Possibility of failure of the vacuum pump drive dog leading to a loss of brake assistance. Remedy: Recall the potentially affected range of vehicles and replace the drive dog on those equipped with a Magneti Marelli vacuum pump.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a loss of brake assistance.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the potentially affected range of vehicles and replace the drive dog on those equipped with a Magneti Marelli vacuum pump.
Are You Affected?
Xsara built between 1 January 1999 and 31 December 2000 may be included. Citroën estimates 2,611 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Citroën, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Citroën.
- Book with any franchised Citroën dealer, quoting the campaign code XDP or the DVSA reference R/2000/121. See how to get a Citroën recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlingo, Picasso, XsaraRear damper may become insecure | Book soon | R/2009/099 | |
| XsaraSeatbelt restraining ability may be affected | Urgent | R/2008/196 | |
| XsaraAccelerator pedal may work loose | Low | R/2008/091 | |
| XsaraBrake servo vacuum pipe may detach | Urgent | R/2003/103 | |
| XsaraSuspension ball joint may disengage | Book soon | R/2000/100 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2000/100 on 25 Sep 2000, for suspension ball joint may disengage. The one launched after it was R/2000/122 on 20 Nov 2000, for potential loss of brake vacuum assistance. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2000 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2000/121, launched 20 November 2000. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.