Citroën C8 Recall R/2004/017: Heater Blower Module: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Feb 2004
- Launched
- 25
- vehicles in the UK
- XRN
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C8 vehicles built between 1 April 2002 and 31 October 2002. 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. The dealer will replace heater blower module. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 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.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it 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.
The Fix
The dealer will replace heater blower module.
Are You Affected?
C8 built between 1 April 2002 and 31 October 2002 may be included. Citroën estimates 25 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 XRN or the DVSA reference R/2004/017. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C4, C4 Picasso, C5, C8 and 3 moreFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2015/243 | |
| C8, Dispatch IIILoss of steering | Urgent | R/2013/099 | |
| C8, Dispatch IIITyre may deflate | Book soon | R/2012/042 | |
| C8, Dispatch IIIPower steering assistance may fail | Urgent | R/2011/082 | |
| C4, C4 Picasso, C8, Dispatch IIIFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2011/018 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2003/174 on 26 Nov 2003, for handbrake efficiency. The one launched after it was R/2004/022 on 22 Mar 2004, for roof bars may slip. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/017, launched 9 February 2004. 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.