Citroën C6 Recall R/2008/021: Braking Assistance May Be Lost, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Feb 2008
- Launched
- 426
- vehicles in the UK
- YEY
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C6 vehicles built between 21 July 2005 and 1 December 2006. Possible oil seepage in the brake assistance circuit that could damage the brake amplifier membrane and reduce braking assistance. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the vacuum circuit valve and pipe which link the vacuum pump to the brake amplifier. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Possible oil seepage in the brake assistance circuit that could damage the brake amplifier membrane and reduce braking assistance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY BE LOST Defect: Possible oil seepage in the brake assistance circuit that could damage the brake amplifier membrane and reduce braking assistance. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the vacuum circuit valve and pipe which link the vacuum pump to the brake amplifier.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: braking assistance may be lost.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to replace the vacuum circuit valve and pipe which link the vacuum pump to the brake amplifier.
Are You Affected?
C6 built between 21 July 2005 and 1 December 2006 may be included. Citroën estimates 426 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 YEY or the DVSA reference R/2008/021. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C6Brake performance may be affected | Urgent | R/2009/121 | |
| Berlingo, C2, C3, C3 Pluriel and 4 moreWipers / lights/ battery charging may be affected | Book soon | R/2008/199 | |
| C-Crosser, C5, C6, C8Possible leakage from the diesel return pipe fixed to the intake manifold | Low | R/2008/115 | |
| C6Braking assistance may be lost | Urgent | R/2008/022 | |
| C6Possibility of fuel leak | Urgent | R/2006/214 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2008/025 on 18 Feb 2008, for brakes may fail. The one launched after it was R/2008/037 on 20 Mar 2008, for steering may become stiff. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/021, launched 20 February 2008. 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.