Review: Citroën G9C Dispatch (2008-12)

Overview

Released in April 2008, the Citroën Dispatch was a two seat van that was available in short and long wheelbase models. Manufactured in Valenciennes, France, the front-wheel drive Dispatch was powered by 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine that was mated to a six-speed manual transmission.

The short wheelbase models were 4805 mm long, 2194 mm wide, 1942 mm tall and had 3000 mm long wheelbases; the long wheelbase models, however, were 5135 mm long and had 3122 mm long wheelbases (more dimensions below). Furthermore, the Dispatch had twin rear barn doors and twin side-sliding doors.

The Dispatch had MacPherson strut front suspension with triangulated rear arms and an anti-roll bar and independent, coil-sprung trailing arm rear suspension with a semi-flexible transverse beam and an offset Panhard rod. As an option, pneumatic rear suspension was offered to maintain ride height regardless of load.

Safety equipment

Safety equipment for the Citroën Dispatch included a driver’s airbag, ABS, brake assist, electronic brake force distribution, anti-submarining seats and seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.

The Dispatch had 304 mm ventilated front brake discs and 290 mm solid rear discs.

Features

Standard features for the Citroën Dispatch included 16-inch steel wheels with 215/60 R16 tyres, a four speaker sound system with a CD player, air conditioning, a cooled glovebox, remote central locking, power mirrors, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, height adjustable driver’s seat and seatbelt, tinted windows, a trip computer and an immobiliser.

Related links

• Wikipedia.org: Citroën Dispatch

Recalls: Citroen G9C Dispatch

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.

Recalls: Citroen G9C Dispatch

• In October 2009, a recall was issued for Citroen G9C Dispatch vehicles due to the position of the lighting control ring being incorrectly detected by the lighting management system. As a result, the lamps could go out without being turned off by the driver (PRA 2009/11150). This recall was re-issued in October 2010 (PRA 2010/12024).
• In March 2010, a recall was issued for Citroen G9C Dispatch vehicles due to insufficient distance between the diesel return pipe and the engine acoustic cover, causing the pipe to wear (PRA 2010/11483).
• In July 2011, a recall was issued for Citroen G9C Dispatch vehicles due to a condition in which the operation of the power steering may be affected, causing a loss of control, attributable to contact between the electric harness and its surroundings if the protective sleeve was damaged. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2011/12742.
• In January 2011, a recall was issued for Citroen G9C Dispatch vehicles due to rare cases in which the braking assistance circuit vacuum pump valve may have problems operating. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see (PRA 2011/12304).

Problems and faults: Citroen G9C Dispatch

Overview

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Problems and faults: Citroen G9C Dispatch

No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Citroen G9C Dispatch.

Released in April 2008, the Citroën Dispatch was a two seat van that was available in short and long wheelbase models. Manufactured in Valenciennes, France, the front-wheel drive Dispatch was powered by 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine that was mated to a six-speed manual transmission… Read full Citroen G9C Dispatch review

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