Peugeot 208 recalls

Affected vehicle have a horn volume which does not comply with regulatory requirements.

Fix: Replace the horn with one of a higher volume.

41,085 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2019 to 25 Jul 2022

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.

Fix: 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.

13,345 vehicles · built 7 Jun 2023 to 21 Jan 2026

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.

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

126 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2017 to 2 Oct 2020

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.

Fix: Retighten the affected connections.

6,568 vehicles · built 11 Apr 2023 to 22 Apr 2025

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.

Fix: 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.

2,251 vehicles · built 16 Apr 2019 to 31 Jan 2023

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

Fix: Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

1 vehicle · built 27 Jul 2024 to 29 Sep 2024

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

Fix: Replace the Electronic Brake System Module.

20 vehicles · built 27 May 2024 to 6 Jun 2024

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

Fix: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

889 vehicles · built 26 Jul 2022 to 30 Nov 2022

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

Fix: Change the ATB.

4 vehicles · built 21 Mar 2024 to 14 Sep 2024

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

Fix: Replace the engine oil and filter.

879 vehicles · built 7 Oct 2022 to 3 Dec 2024

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.

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

2 vehicles · built 9 Apr 2024 to 8 Nov 2024

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.

Fix: Update the electrical Vehicle Control Unit (eVCU) software.

232 vehicles · built 6 Jul 2023 to 7 Mar 2024

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.

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

2,993 vehicles · built 26 Jun 2023 to 30 May 2024

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.

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

568 vehicles · built 31 Aug 2023 to 21 Mar 2024

Affected vehicles may exceed regulatory emission standards.

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

3,522 vehicles · built 16 Apr 2019 to 15 Feb 2023

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

Fix: Update the MCU (Motor Control Unit) calibration

445 vehicles · built 11 Dec 2023 to 21 Feb 2024

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

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

550 vehicles · built 3 Jan 2022 to 8 Nov 2022

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

Fix: Check the instrument cluster and replace it if necessary.

21 vehicles · built 4 Oct 2023 to 4 Nov 2023

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

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

375 vehicles · built 16 Jun 2023 to 22 Nov 2023

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.�

Fix: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

29,537 vehicles · built 3 Jul 2019 to 26 Nov 2022

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

Fix: Check and tighten affected bolts to the correct torque.

4 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2022 to 23 Aug 2022

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

Fix: Retighten the affected component fixings to assure the correct torque tightening

2 vehicles · built 2 Apr 2022 to 4 Apr 2022

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

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

10 vehicles · built 12 Sep 2019 to 18 Mar 2020

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

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

107 vehicles · built 29 Jul 2019 to 2 Dec 2019

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

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

107 vehicles · built 29 Jul 2019 to 2 Dec 2019

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

Fix: Check and replace affected pipes if necessary

1 vehicle · built 20 Aug 2019 to 20 Aug 2019

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Fix: Update the engine management software.

18,267 vehicles · built 1 Feb 2017 to 12 Apr 2019

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

Fix: Download new engine management software

9,218 vehicles · built 25 Sep 2013 to 15 May 2016

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

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

25 vehicles · built 4 Jul 2018 to 12 Jul 2018

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.

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

416 vehicles · built 10 Oct 2017 to 30 Nov 2017

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

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

488 vehicles · built 16 Aug 2017 to 20 Sep 2017

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.

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

6,768 vehicles · built 15 May 2016 to 12 Oct 2016

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

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the gearbox actuator

13 vehicles · built 13 May 2016 to 25 Aug 2016

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

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the rear spoiler

8 vehicles · built 7 Jan 2017 to 18 Jan 2017

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the braking system hydraulic block

600 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2016 to 6 Apr 2016

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.

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

86 vehicles · built 15 Jan 2014 to 12 Jun 2014

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

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

25 vehicles · built 21 Jan 2016 to 10 Feb 2016

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.

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

2,157 vehicles · built 29 Apr 2015 to 9 Jul 2015

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.

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

2 vehicles · built 3 Dec 2014 to 3 Dec 2014

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.

Fix: 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.

14 vehicles · built 4 Jun 2014 to 11 Jun 2014