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308

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

If your 308 is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Peugeot dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

38

Peugeot 308 · DVSA register

All recall notices.

  1. 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 14 Oct 2016 – 14 May 2021

    ~604 vehicles affected

  2. 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 2 Apr 2024 – 17 Apr 2025

    ~1,062 vehicles affected

  3. 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 13 Jan 2021 – 31 Jan 2023

    ~6,799 vehicles affected

  4. Peugeot 308 408 3008 5008 Fuel Pipe Leakage

    R/2025/054 · 13 Feb 2025

    13 Feb 2025

    Defect

    Affected vehicles may face potential leakage of the under-bonnet fuel pipe due to a weakness of its crimping.

    Remedy

    Change the fuel pipe.

    Build window

    Built 15 Feb 2023 – 13 Sep 2024

    ~17 vehicles affected

  5. 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 27 Jun 2023 – 20 Feb 2024

    ~307 vehicles affected

  6. Peugeot 308408 Door ECU software update.

    R/2025/029 · 27 Jan 2025

    27 Jan 2025

    Defect

    Affected vehicles have been equipped with a door control unit which does not have the latest software version.

    Remedy

    Update the door control unit software on the driver and passenger side.

    Build window

    Built 31 Aug 2023 – 25 Sep 2024

    ~2,529 vehicles affected

  7. Peugeot 308 E-call not working due to duplicate IMEI

    R/2024/237 · 29 May 2024

    29 May 2024

    Defect

    On affected vehicles equipped with E-call the device may not function when trying to connect to E-Call (Emergency Call) and B-Call (Breakdown Call) due to incorrect BSRF (On-board radiocommunication transmitter) configuration and as a result does not comply with regulatory requirements.

    Remedy

    Check and replace the Radio frequency connectivity box.

    Build window

    Built 8 Jun 2022 – 7 Jun 2023

    ~2 vehicles affected

  8. THE FILTERING PERFORMANCE OF THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER MAY NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SPECIFICATION

    R/2020/331 · 13 Nov 2020

    13 Nov 2020

    Defect

    The filtering performance of the Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) may not meet the required specification.

    Remedy

    Replace the DPF on affected vehicles.

    Build window

    Built 1 Apr 2019 – 15 Jul 2019

    ~959 vehicles affected

  9. THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE DIESEL PARTICLE FILTER

    R/2019/351 · 18 Oct 2019

    18 Oct 2019

    Defect

    Engine management software issue could cause damage to the diesel particulate filter.

    Remedy

    Replace the filter and update the engine management software.

    Build window

    Built 12 Jan 2017 – 30 Mar 2019

    ~117 vehicles affected

  10. 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

  11. A PLASTIC COMPONENT INSIDE THE EXHAUST LINE COULD UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS DAMAGE THE DIESEL PARTICLE FILTER

    R/2019/136 · 26 Apr 2019

    26 Apr 2019

    Defect

    A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain conditions damage the Diesel particle filter.

    Remedy

    Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.

    Build window

    Built 28 Jan 2018 – 7 May 2018

    ~2,686 vehicles affected

  12. Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened

    R/2018/185 · 19 Jul 2018

    19 Jul 2018

    Defect

    On the affected vehicles the tightening of a sealing plug on the engine oil gallery may not be correct to specification.This could lead over time to an oil leak which in rare cases could result in oil leaking on to the road.

    Remedy

    The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque

    Build window

    Built 27 Apr 2018 – 30 May 2018

    ~47 vehicles affected

  13. Engine could overheat leading to failure

    R/2018/176 · 17 Jul 2018

    17 Jul 2018

    Defect

    Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases

    Remedy

    Download new engine management software

    Build window

    Built 23 Feb 2017 – 23 Mar 2018

    ~683 vehicles affected

  14. FRONT WISHBONE RETAINING BOLTS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION

    R/2017/166 · 24 May 2017

    24 May 2017

    Defect

    The front suspension wishbone fixing bolts may have a non-conformity which could lead to a risk of them breaking. The driver would be aware of a change in the behaviour of the vehicle�s directional control.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the front suspension wishbone fixing bolts

    Build window

    Built 3 Dec 2014 – 22 Jan 2015

    ~1,051 vehicles affected

  15. 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

  16. GLASS PANEL MAY DETACH WITHOUT WARNING

    R/2016/195 · 18 Aug 2016

    18 Aug 2016

    Defect

    The bonding of the tailgate components may not be to specification this could affect the retention of bonded parts over time. The owner could notice the individual components becoming loose or detached from the tailgate such as brackets bonded trim panels etc� If left unnoticed bonded items could become detached from the tailgate.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the complete tailgate assembly.

    Build window

    Built 4 Dec 2015 – 8 Dec 2015

    ~206 vehicles affected

  17. 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

  18. DOOR MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY

    R/2016/058 · 31 Mar 2016

    31 Mar 2016

    Defect

    A manufacturing defect in one of the components of the door locks could cause jamming of the internal mechanism and prevent the closing of one or more of the vehicle's doors. In rare cases the door could unlock and open unexpectedly.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace door locks.

    Build window

    Built 25 Aug 2015 – 11 Nov 2015

    ~1,176 vehicles affected

  19. 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

  20. FUEL MAY LEAK

    R/2015/241 · 9 Dec 2015

    9 Dec 2015

    Defect

    The fuel heating device integrated in to the diesel fuel filter cover may be defective and allow heat to build up within the electrical supply connector causing the cover to distort and air to enter the fuel circuit. This could make the vehicles difficult to start and a warning light will be illuminated on the dash board. The engine could be difficult or not possible to start. In the worst cases a diesel fuel leak could eventually appear.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel heater cover. Additionally the electrical connector will be inspected and where necessary replaced.

    Build window

    Built 3 Sep 2012 – 19 Dec 2014

    ~12,833 vehicles affected

  21. POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    R/2015/100 · 26 May 2015

    26 May 2015

    Defect

    The fixing bolts of the front suspension wishbones may not be to the correct specification. This could lead to the bolts failing and the security of the wishbones being compromised. If this occurs there is a possibility that the directional control of the vehicle could be adversely affected.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected and replace all the fixing bolts of the front suspension wishbones.

    Build window

    Built 18 Jul 2013 – 2 Dec 2014

    ~14,840 vehicles affected

  22. THE INCORRECT GEAR MAY BE SELECTED

    R/2014/175 · 17 Dec 2014

    17 Dec 2014

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the gear lever reverse locking ring might not be to the correct specification. This could cause difficulty in selecting first and reverse gear or an error when changing between 1st and reverse..

    Remedy

    Replace the gear lever reverse locking collar.

    Build window

    Built 5 Sep 2013 – 15 Nov 2013

    ~184 vehicles affected

  23. 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

  24. REAR SCREEN COULD DETACH

    R/2013/118 · 9 Oct 2013

    9 Oct 2013

    Defect

    On the affected vehicles the rear screen seal may not conform which could lead to water ingress in the boot and poor ageing of the seal. In very rare cases the rear screen could detach.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to remove and refit the rear screen.

    Build window

    Built 19 Jul 2013

    ~18 vehicles affected

  25. LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

    R/2013/025 · 20 Feb 2013

    20 Feb 2013

    Defect

    On affected vehicles the upper section of the front right shock absorber may not be correctly tightened. This could eventually cause noise or banging and if left may affect the efficiency of the shock absorber.

    Remedy

    Replace the front right shock absorber.

    Build window

    Built 10 Dec 2012

    ~8 vehicles affected

  26. STEERING MAY DETACH

    R/2012/119 · 1 Nov 2012

    1 Nov 2012

    Defect

    It is possible the mountings for the steering mechanism to engine subframe may not have been torqued to the correct specification. If this is the case the issue will be highlighted to the driver by noise or play in the steering. If the driver fails to take action to rectify the issue the steering may detach causing a possible loss of control.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles to check the torque of the mountings and if necessay replace the steering mechanism.

    Build window

    Built 14 Jun 2011 – 29 Jul 2011

    ~642 vehicles affected

  27. FUEL MAY LEAK

    R/2011/017 · 22 Feb 2011

    22 Feb 2011

    Defect

    On some 2.0 l HDI vehicles potential contact between the fuel return pipe and the diesel filter support may eventually cause the pipe to become worn through friction.

    Remedy

    The manufacturer has requested that some protection be added to the pipe to ensure its long-term resistance to wear.

    Build window

    Built 27 Oct 2009 – 20 Jul 2010

    ~2,834 vehicles affected

  28. BRAKING ASSISTANCE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY

    R/2010/222 · 16 Dec 2010

    16 Dec 2010

    Defect

    In very rare circumstances the vacuum pump one way valve may not function correctly which could affect the level of braking assistance.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the brake vacuum pump one way valve.

    Build window

    Built 15 Dec 2006 – 31 Mar 2009

    ~24,220 vehicles affected

  29. BRAKE MAY BE INADVERTENTLY APPLIED

    R/2010/221 · 9 Dec 2010

    9 Dec 2010

    Defect

    In certain circumstances it is possible that the passenger could inadvertently apply the service brake. The linkage is accessed above the passenger footwell.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will have a cover fitted above the passenger footwell to close off access to the brake linkage.

    Build window

    Built 4 Dec 2009 – 21 Sep 2010

    ~13,263 vehicles affected

  30. LIGHTS MAY FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.

    R/2010/157 · 6 Oct 2010

    6 Oct 2010

    Defect

    It has been identified that the position of the exterior lighting control ring may not be detected by the lighting management system and the lights may switch off without warning.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.

    Build window

    Built 6 Jul 2007 – 7 Mar 2008

    ~2,903 vehicles affected

  31. STEERING POWER ASSISTANCE MAY BE REDUCED

    R/2010/028 · 15 Mar 2010

    15 Mar 2010

    Defect

    It has been identified that an incorrect version of the steering power assistance software has been uploaded.The effect of which may lead to stiffness within the steering system

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have a steering power assistance ECU upgrade.

    Build window

    Built 10 Nov 2009 – 11 Dec 2009

    ~5 vehicles affected

  32. SEAT MAY COLLAPSE WITHOUT WARNING

    R/2010/026 · 8 Mar 2010

    8 Mar 2010

    Defect

    It has been identified that the front seats may collapse without warning. due to an electrical control box software issue.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the seat electrical control box replaced.

    Build window

    Built 16 Nov 2006 – 19 Oct 2009

    ~532 vehicles affected

  33. POSSIBLE INADVERTENT OPENING OF THE ENGINE BONNET

    R/2010/009 · 4 Mar 2010

    4 Mar 2010

    Defect

    It has been identified that the welds which secure the bonnet locking assembly may prove inadequate in use. This can result in difficulty closing the bonnet or failure of the lock to properly engage.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have a strengthening component fitted to the bonnet lining to ensure that the trigger cable remains firmly secured to the bonnet. In very rare cases and only if necessarythe bonnet will be replaced.

    Build window

    Built 10 Sep 2007 – 17 Nov 2007

    ~7,165 vehicles affected

  34. LIGHTS MAY SWITCH OFF UNEXPECTEDLY

    R/2009/105 · 19 Oct 2009

    19 Oct 2009

    Defect

    In rare cases the lighting management system may incorrectly detect the lighting switch ring position which may cause the lights to cut out.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and download new version of vehicle exterior lighting software.

    Build window

    Built 24 May 2007 – 27 Mar 2008

    ~21,354 vehicles affected

  35. BREAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED

    R/2009/107 · 19 Oct 2009

    19 Oct 2009

    Defect

    An internal component of the Brake Master Cylinder may not be in conformity and as such braking performance/efficiency may be affected.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace Master Cylinder.

    Build window

    Built 23 Mar 2009 – 14 Apr 2009

    ~456 vehicles affected

  36. SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    R/2009/033 · 16 Apr 2009

    16 Apr 2009

    Defect

    It has been identified that the shield which protects the diesel fuel filter in the event of an impact may be incorrectly positioned. This can result in the possibility that the impact shield is in too close a proximity to the positive terminal of the alternator.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the position of the impact shield checked. Additionally the component will be fitted with an insulator.

    Build window

    Built 2 May 2008 – 21 Nov 2008

    ~385 vehicles affected

  37. LIGHTING HARNESS COULD OVERHEAT RESULTING IN LOSS OF SOME VEHICLE FUNCTIONS

    R/2008/184 · 8 Dec 2008

    8 Dec 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that use of a non standard interior lighting harness may cause excessive current flow and possible overheating and damage to a control unit This can result in the loss of a number of vehicle functions.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject wiring harness modified.

    Build window

    Built 16 Sep 2008 – 17 Sep 2008

    ~13 vehicles affected

  38. FUSE BOX MAY CAUSE EQUIPMENT OPERATIONAL FAILURES

    R/2008/094 · 17 Jun 2008

    17 Jun 2008

    Defect

    It has been identified that the main engine fuse box is not to the correct specification. This can result in operating faults or the failure of certain equipment.

    Remedy

    Recalled vehicles will have the subject fuse box replaced.

    Build window

    Built 27 Feb 2008 – 9 Jun 2008

    ~7,360 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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