Citroën C3 Recall R/2010/086: Loss Of Braking Efficiency, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 7 Jul 2010
- Launched
- 7,760
- vehicles in the UK
- MFF
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Citroën recalled C3 vehicles built between 11 September 2008 and 15 January 2010. It has been established that on some C3's the rigid section of the front brake hose may be deformed or twisted. The dealer will inspect the brake hose for distortion and replace if required. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
It has been established that on some C3's the rigid section of the front brake hose may be deformed or twisted. This could result in a deterioration of the braking efficiency.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOSS OF BRAKING EFFICIENCY Defect: It has been established that on some C3's the rigid section of the front brake hose may be deformed or twisted. This could result in a deterioration of the braking efficiency. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and inspect the brake hose for distortion and replace if required.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a deterioration of the braking efficiency.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect the brake hose for distortion and replace if required.
Are You Affected?
C3 built between 11 September 2008 and 15 January 2010 may be included. Citroën estimates 7,760 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 MFF or the DVSA reference R/2010/086. 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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| C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C4XAlternator protection | Urgent | R/2026/073 | |
| C3Citroen C3 v5 Autonomous telematics box cannot connect to server | Low | R/2025/487 | |
| C3, C3 AircrossCitroen C3 C3 Aircross brake pedal bracket connection | Urgent | R/2025/514 | |
| Berlingo, C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and 5 moreOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/346 |
This is one of 414 Citroën recalls in DVSA’s data. The Citroën recall launched before it was R/2010/076 on 7 Jul 2010, for front axle may detach. The one launched after it was R/2010/111 on 9 Aug 2010, for braking efficiency may be compromised. You can also see every Citroën recall, all recalls launched in 2010 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/086, launched 7 July 2010. 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.