Citroën C-Crosser Recall R/2009/032: Braking Assistance May Be Affected, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 3 Apr 2009
- Launched
- 7
- vehicles in the UK
- MBE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C-Crosser vehicles built between 23 October 2007 and 4 December 2008. Due to incorrect operation of the brake servo valve the effectiveness of the assistance provided could be reduced. The dealer will replace the subject valve. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to incorrect operation of the brake servo valve the effectiveness of the assistance provided could be reduced. It should be noted that the brake function remains in operation.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY BE AFFECTED Defect: It has been identified that due to incorrect operation of the brake servo valve the effectiveness of the assistance provided could be reduced. It should be noted that the brake function remains in operation. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject valve replaced.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: braking assistance may be affected.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the subject valve.
Are You Affected?
C-Crosser built between 23 October 2007 and 4 December 2008 may be included. Citroën estimates 7 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 MBE or the DVSA reference R/2009/032. 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
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|---|---|---|---|
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| C-CrosserAdhesive used to fix sunroof glass assembly to outer frame may not be to correct specification | Low | R/2018/344 | |
| C-CrosserWater ingress may cause windscreen wiper motor to fail | Book soon | R/2018/114 | |
| C-CrosserMalfunction causing instrument panel functions to become inoperable | Book soon | R/2015/161 | |
| C-CrosserLoss of power steering assistance | Urgent | R/2014/125 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2009/021 on 25 Feb 2009, for fuel may leak. The one launched after it was R/2009/058 on 8 Jun 2009, for seat belt may not perform correctly. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2009/032, launched 3 April 2009. 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.