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raphael_koenig1

C8 Brake Light Failure

Hi, I have a 2009 Citroen C8 diesel with 90450 km on the clock. Recently, I've been getting a brake light failure error on the infotainment system, and the brake lights aren't working. The error memory has also stored something. Could this be a bad brake light switch?

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vivien_klein52

Hey, I also own a C8, but I didn't have any light error stored. Brake light failure and error message make me think a faulty switch is likely the reason. When the error popped up, did you change anything recently, such as bulbs?

raphael_koenig1 (Author)

No, I haven't changed anything recently. Everything was working fine, and then suddenly, the error appeared, and the brake lights stopped working. Is the brake light switch hard to reach?

vivien_klein52

In my case there was some problem with the lamps, maybe not fully inserted. If you didn't change anything, it's probably the switch since you didn't change anything. Honestly, I'm not sure about the accessibility without proper tools; I'd recommend taking it to a workshop. Could be a quick fix, and it's important for safety.

raphael_koenig1 (Author)

Thanks for the advice! Turns out you were spot on. I went to the shop and it was a faulty switch caused by me pressing the pedal too hard apparently. They replaced it immediately, and it didn't cost me anything since it was under warranty!

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