Peugeot

208

45 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

If your 208 is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Peugeot dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

Peugeot 208 · DVSA register

All recall notices.

Alternator protection

R/2026/071 · 9 Mar 2026

9 Mar 2026

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.

Remedy

Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required.

Build window

Built 7 Jun 2023 – 21 Jan 2026

~13,345 vehicles affected
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics

R/2025/344 · 18 Aug 2025

18 Aug 2025

Defect

Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.

Remedy

Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

Build window

Built 7 Nov 2017 – 2 Oct 2020

~126 vehicles affected
Peugeot Fuel Pipe

R/2025/277 · 18 Jul 2025

18 Jul 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.

Remedy

Retighten the affected connections.

Build window

Built 11 Apr 2023 – 22 Apr 2025

~6,568 vehicles affected
Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.

R/2025/246 · 3 Jul 2025

3 Jul 2025

Defect

Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.

Remedy

Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.

Build window

Built 16 Apr 2019 – 31 Jan 2023

~1,947 vehicles affected
Autonomous Telematics Box

R/2025/210 · 11 Jun 2025

11 Jun 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles the Autonomous Telematics Box (ATB) has no connectivity to the Connected Services features and therefore does not comply with regulatory requirements.

Remedy

Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Build window

Built 27 Jul 2024 – 29 Sep 2024

~1 vehicles affected
Brake Pressure Modulator Valve

R/2025/148 · 14 Apr 2025

14 Apr 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles the Electronic Brake System Module is not according to specification which could potentially lead to light internal leakage of brake fluid.

Remedy

Replace the Electronic Brake System Module.

Build window

Built 27 May 2024 – 6 Jun 2024

~20 vehicles affected
Traction Battery software

R/2025/120 · 24 Mar 2025

24 Mar 2025

Defect

Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Remedy

Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Build window

Built 26 Jul 2022 – 30 Nov 2022

~889 vehicles affected
Autonomous Telematics Box failure after OTA update.

R/2025/086 · 27 Feb 2025

27 Feb 2025

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.

Remedy

Change the ATB.

Build window

Built 21 Mar 2024 – 14 Sep 2024

~4 vehicles affected
Peugeot 208 - Jet cooling nozzle failure

R/2025/073 · 19 Feb 2025

19 Feb 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles the engine is at risk of becoming damaged because of an inadequate oil supply from an oil jet cooling nozzle.

Remedy

Replace the engine oil and filter.

Build window

Built 7 Oct 2022 – 3 Dec 2024

~879 vehicles affected
Peugeot Automomous Telematics Box.

R/2025/069 · 14 Feb 2025

14 Feb 2025

Defect

Affected vehicles may experience an autonomous telematic box that cannot connect to the remote server making it not possible to make calls or use other connected services.

Remedy

Disconnect the 12V battery and reconnect it after 15 seconds then check for a trouble code.

Build window

Built 9 Apr 2024 – 8 Nov 2024

~2 vehicles affected
Peugeot 208308 eVCU update

R/2025/045 · 7 Feb 2025

7 Feb 2025

Defect

Affected vehicles may not comply with test requirements in the matter of emissions test execution by competent authorities and energy consumption may be too high.

Remedy

Update the electrical Vehicle Control Unit (eVCU) software.

Build window

Built 6 Jul 2023 – 7 Mar 2024

~232 vehicles affected
Peugeot - Cross carline Radio software via OTA update

R/2024/485 · 6 Dec 2024

6 Dec 2024

Defect

On affected vehicles the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) functionality may not meet regulatory requirements and the Active Emergency Brake (AEB) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) can inadvertently be deactivated by a long press of the ADAS button on the radio.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.

Build window

Built 26 Jun 2023 – 30 May 2024

~2,993 vehicles affected
Peugeot 208 P21 Camera Video Module software

R/2024/444 · 1 Nov 2024

1 Nov 2024

Defect

On affected vehicles there may be a reduced alert time of 3 seconds instead of the regulatory requirement of 10 seconds to warn the driver that the Advanced Emergency Braking (AEB) is unavailable following an emergency braking event occurring.

Remedy

On the affected vehicles the camera video module software and calibration will be updated.

Build window

Built 31 Aug 2023 – 21 Mar 2024

~568 vehicles affected
Peugeot 208- Evaporation test results on EB2FA engines.

R/2024/292 · 24 Jul 2024

24 Jul 2024

Defect

Affected vehicles may exceed regulatory emission standards.

Remedy

Replace the canister purge valve (CPV) and or fuel line.

Build window

Built 16 Apr 2019 – 15 Feb 2023

~3,522 vehicles affected
MCU software

R/2024/176 · 16 Apr 2024

16 Apr 2024

Defect

On affected vehicles incorrect MCU (Motor Control Unit) calibration may result in a loss of propulsion while driving.

Remedy

Update the MCU (Motor Control Unit) calibration

Build window

Built 11 Dec 2023 – 21 Feb 2024

~445 vehicles affected
Cross carline Engine software

R/2024/135 · 13 Mar 2024

13 Mar 2024

Defect

On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

Remedy

Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

Build window

Built 3 Jan 2022 – 8 Nov 2022

~550 vehicles affected
Peugeot 208 instrument panel

R/2024/117 · 1 Mar 2024

1 Mar 2024

Defect

Affected vehicles may have been assembled with the wrong instrument panel cluster which may display the speed in KPH instead of MPH.

Remedy

Check the instrument cluster and replace it if necessary.

Build window

Built 4 Oct 2023 – 4 Nov 2023

~21 vehicles affected
On affected vehicles the A Pillar trim may be incorrectly assembled which could lead to detachment of the trim through lateral airbag deployment.

R/2023/353 · 11 Dec 2023

11 Dec 2023

Defect

On affected vehicles the A Pillar trim may be incorrectly assembled which could lead to detachment of the trim through lateral airbag deployment.

Remedy

Remove A Pillar trim check clip assembly and refit correctly if necessary.

Build window

Built 16 Jun 2023 – 22 Nov 2023

~375 vehicles affected
On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.

R/2023/140 · 9 May 2023

9 May 2023

Defect

On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.�

Remedy

Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

Build window

Built 3 Jul 2019 – 26 Nov 2022

~29,537 vehicles affected
Some braking and suspension components may not have been tightened to the correct torque during assembly.

R/2022/347 · 2 Dec 2022

2 Dec 2022

Defect

Some braking and suspension components may not have been tightened to the correct torque during assembly.

Remedy

Check and tighten affected bolts to the correct torque.

Build window

Built 22 Aug 2022 – 23 Aug 2022

~4 vehicles affected
COMPONENT FIXINGS COULD HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO INCORRECT TORQUE SETTINGS

R/2022/285 · 27 Sep 2022

27 Sep 2022

Defect

Various component fixings which have not been tightened to the correct torque settings due to incorrect tightening operations during the assembly

Remedy

Retighten the affected component fixings to assure the correct torque tightening

Build window

Built 2 Apr 2022 – 4 Apr 2022

~2 vehicles affected
THE STEERING GEOMETRY COULD BE INCORRECTLY SET

R/2020/166 · 26 May 2020

26 May 2020

Defect

The steering geometry could be incorrectly set due to an incorrectly calibrated setting rig in the manufacturing plant.

Remedy

Check the steering alignment and adjusting if set incorrectly. If the front tyres are worn these will also be replaced.

Build window

Built 12 Sep 2019 – 18 Mar 2020

~10 vehicles affected
THE FIXING OF THE FRONT WING WHEEL ARCH TRIM DOES NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION

R/2020/163 · 7 May 2020

7 May 2020

Defect

The fixing of the front wing wheel arch trim does not conform to specification.

Remedy

The repair consists of adding an additional fixing screw to the bottom of the front wheel arch trim.

Build window

Built 29 Jul 2019 – 2 Dec 2019

~107 vehicles affected
THE FIXING OF THE FRONT WING WHEEL ARCH TRIM DOES NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION

R/2020/164 · 7 May 2020

7 May 2020

Defect

The fixing of the front wing wheel arch trim does not conform to specification.

Remedy

The repair consists of adding an additional fixing screw to the bottom of the front wheel arch trim.

Build window

Built 29 Jul 2019 – 2 Dec 2019

~107 vehicles affected
THE ROUTING OF THE REAR BRAKE PIPES MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION

R/2020/038 · 12 Feb 2020

12 Feb 2020

Defect

The routing of the rear brake pipes may not be correct and could cause them to fail.

Remedy

Check and replace affected pipes if necessary

Build window

Built 20 Aug 2019

~1 vehicles affected
THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS

R/2019/352 · 18 Oct 2019

18 Oct 2019

Defect

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Remedy

Update the engine management software.

Build window

Built 1 Feb 2017 – 12 Apr 2019

~18,267 vehicles affected
DUE TO THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE THE NOX EMISSIONS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS

R/2019/330 · 26 Sep 2019

26 Sep 2019

Defect

The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.

Remedy

Download new engine management software

Build window

Built 25 Sep 2013 – 15 May 2016

~9,218 vehicles affected
THE STEERING COLUMN UNIVERSAL JOINT CLAMP MAY BE INCORRECTLY FITTED TO THE STEERING COLUMN

R/2019/010 · 14 Jan 2019

14 Jan 2019

Defect

The universal clamp fixing bolt is not correctly fitted in the recess at the end of the steering column.

Remedy

Check and if necessary refit the steering column universal joint fixing.

Build window

Built 4 Jul 2018 – 12 Jul 2018

~25 vehicles affected
ENGINE COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION

R/2017/340 · 15 Dec 2017

15 Dec 2017

Defect

An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.

Remedy

On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.

Build window

Built 10 Oct 2017 – 30 Nov 2017

~416 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION AND STEERING FIXINGS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT TORQUE

R/2017/302 · 3 Nov 2017

3 Nov 2017

Defect

Due to a deviation in the production process certain suspension and steering fixings may not have been tightened to the correct torque.

Remedy

On affected vehicles check fixings as indicated by the manufacturer. Replace any damaged fixings and tighten all relevant fixings to correct torque.

Build window

Built 16 Aug 2017 – 20 Sep 2017

~488 vehicles affected
STARTER MOTOR MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

R/2017/140 · 24 Apr 2017

24 Apr 2017

Defect

A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.

Remedy

On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.

Build window

Built 15 May 2016 – 12 Oct 2016

~6,768 vehicles affected
GEARBOX ACTUATOR AY NOT BE TO SPECTIFICATION

R/2017/125 · 7 Apr 2017

7 Apr 2017

Defect

A component in the gearbox actuator may not be to the correct specification which may affect gear selection.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the gearbox actuator

Build window

Built 13 May 2016 – 25 Aug 2016

~13 vehicles affected
SPOILER MAY DETACH

R/2017/120 · 3 Apr 2017

3 Apr 2017

Defect

The bonding of the tailgate spoiler may not conform to specification. This could lead to a lack of adhesion and detachment of the spoiler

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the rear spoiler

Build window

Built 7 Jan 2017 – 18 Jan 2017

~8 vehicles affected
LOSS OF CONTROL

R/2016/230 · 14 Oct 2016

14 Oct 2016

Defect

In the event of emergency braking or during an ESP regulation phase (e.g. avoiding manoeuvre) the hydraulic block may not prevent the locking of a wheel which could affect control of the vehicle.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the braking system hydraulic block

Build window

Built 1 Apr 2016 – 6 Apr 2016

~600 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK

R/2016/160 · 14 Jul 2016

14 Jul 2016

Defect

The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.

Build window

Built 15 Jan 2014 – 12 Jun 2014

~86 vehicles affected
OIL LEAK MAY DAMAGE ENGINE

R/2016/043 · 10 Mar 2016

10 Mar 2016

Defect

An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.

Remedy

On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.

Build window

Built 21 Jan 2016 – 10 Feb 2016

~25 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK IF VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A ROLLOVER INCIDENT

R/2016/019 · 17 Feb 2016

17 Feb 2016

Defect

On the affected vehicles the non-return valve located inside the fuel tank may not conform to specification. If the vehicle was to roll over there is a risk of a fuel leak.

Remedy

On affected vehicles checking the condition of the valve and replace the tank if necessary.

Build window

Built 29 Apr 2015 – 9 Jul 2015

~2,157 vehicles affected
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED

R/2015/060 · 13 Mar 2015

13 Mar 2015

Defect

It is possible that the front subframe and suspension wishbones mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This could result in the mounting bolt working loose and falling from the vehicle plus the possibility of the insecurity of the subframe or the front suspension wishbone. This can cause an issue with the handling or even loss of control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to check and retorque the front subframe and suspension wishbone mounting bolts.

Build window

Built 3 Dec 2014

~2 vehicles affected
VEHICLE CONTROL MAY BE LOST

R/2014/081 · 22 Jul 2014

22 Jul 2014

Defect

Front subframes on affected vehicles may show signs of damage to the left hand mounting point caused during the manufacturing process. Over time this may affect durability and cause the mounting to fail. This can affect security of components attached to the subframe and may affect control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Prior to failure the driver should notice excessive noise from this area. As a safety measure affected vehicles should be checked and where necessary the subframe replaced.

Build window

Built 4 Jun 2014 – 11 Jun 2014

~14 vehicles affected
TAILGATE MAY SHUT WITHOUT WARNING

R/2014/058 · 15 May 2014

15 May 2014

Defect

Affected vehicles may have struts with a non compliant internal component. This may prevent the struts from maintaining the tailgate in the open position.

Remedy

Non compliant struts are determined by using manufacturer test methods. If replacement is required both struts must be replaced.

Build window

Built 11 Mar 2014 – 13 Mar 2014

~125 vehicles affected
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE COMPROMISED

R/2014/046 · 22 Apr 2014

22 Apr 2014

Defect

The front suspension wishbone mounting bolts might not have been manufactured to the correct specification potentially causing a risk of these parts breaking. Broken mounting bolts can be noticed by the driver through noises and poor directional control.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front suspension wishbone mounting bolts.

Build window

Built 24 Sep 2013 – 26 Nov 2014

~5,502 vehicles affected
FUEL MAY LEAK AND CREATE FIRE RISK

R/2014/026 · 27 Feb 2014

27 Feb 2014

Defect

It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.

Remedy

Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.

Build window

Built 9 Jan 2014 – 14 Jan 2014

~148 vehicles affected
ESP MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY

R/2012/158 · 17 Dec 2012

17 Dec 2012

Defect

Some vehicles from the affected production batch may have an issue with the effectiveness of the ESP system caused by non-conformity with the ABS/ESP hydraulic block. Consequences: This non-conformity will not affect the operation of the ABS system or the efficiency of the brakes. It may affect the operation of the ESP system on the rare occasions that it is activated; the correction of the drive delivered to the road wheel(s) when the ESP is activated may not be accurate to how it is manufactured to respond.

Remedy

The hydraulic ABS/ESP block is to be replaced.

Build window

Built 19 Jul 2012 – 20 Jul 2012

~14 vehicles affected
BRAKES MAY FAIL

R/2012/100 · 12 Sep 2012

12 Sep 2012

Defect

During production it is possible the brake system may not have been bled correctly and some air may remain in the brake system. This could result in increased brake pedal travel and a possible reduction in braking efficiency.

Remedy

Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the brake system bled.

Build window

Affected build dates not specified

~2 vehicles affected
BONNET CATCH MAY NOT LATCH CORRECTLY

R/2012/080 · 16 Jul 2012

16 Jul 2012

Defect

On a small batch of vehicles the bonnet catch may not be correctly installed. If the bonnet is opened and then closed incorrectly it could result in the latch being insecure.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles to check the bonnet catch. Where necessary the bonnet catch will be replaced.

Build window

Built 2 Mar 2012

~1 vehicles affected

Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Peugeot dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.

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