PEUGEOT 208 UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/353 (375)

Manufacturer Reference

MLT / 231323EE

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2023/140 (29537)

Manufacturer Reference

MF9/221078CO

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/347 (4)

Manufacturer Reference

MDB/ 221918EE

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2022/285 (2)

Manufacturer Reference

MB2

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/166 (10)

Manufacturer Reference

KAL

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/164 (107)

Manufacturer Reference

JYB

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/163 (107)

Manufacturer Reference

JYC

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2020/038 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

JTX

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/352 (18267)

Manufacturer Reference

JPM

Defect

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Remedy

Update the engine management software.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/330 (9218)

Manufacturer Reference

JMK

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/010 (25)

Manufacturer Reference

JJJ

Defect

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

Remedy

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/340 (416)

Manufacturer Reference

HYB

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/302 (488)

Manufacturer Reference

HXB

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/140 (6768)

Manufacturer Reference

HPS

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/125 (13)

Manufacturer Reference

HLY

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2017/120 (8)

Manufacturer Reference

HRA

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/230 (600)

Manufacturer Reference

HJM

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

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/160 (86)

Manufacturer Reference

HJC

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/043 (25)

Manufacturer Reference

HGQ

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/019 (2157)

Manufacturer Reference

HFM

Defect

"On the affected vehicles the non-return valve located inside the fuel tank may not conform tospecification. 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 ifnecessary."

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2015/060 (2)

Manufacturer Reference

ZYC

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/081 (14)

Manufacturer Reference

ZTS

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/058 (125)

Manufacturer Reference

ZRK

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/046 (5502)

Manufacturer Reference

ZQN

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/026 (148)

Manufacturer Reference

ZPZ

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2012/158 (14)

Manufacturer Reference

ZHN

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2012/100 (2)

Manufacturer Reference

ZGB

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.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2012/080 (1)

Manufacturer Reference

ZFH

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.