Citroën C8 Recall R/2005/136: Brake Fluid May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Sep 2005
- Launched
- 2,305
- vehicles in the UK
- XVY
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C8 vehicles built between 1 July 2003 and 31 March 2004. There is a possibility of a brake pipe contacting the clip of the turbo-charger air inlet union. The recall notice describes the fix as: 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. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: 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.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a loss of brake fluid causing the brake warning lamp to come on.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: 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.
Are You Affected?
C8 built between 1 July 2003 and 31 March 2004 may be included. Citroën estimates 2,305 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.
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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 XVY or the DVSA reference R/2005/136. 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/2005/097 on 13 Jul 2005, for suspension springs may break. The one launched after it was R/2005/147 on 26 Oct 2005, for suspension springs may break. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/136, launched 26 September 2005. 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.