Peugeot 308 recalls

Affected vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit.

Fix: Update the Vehicle Supervision Module software.

3,494 vehicles · built 1 Nov 2023 to 12 Feb 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.

604 vehicles · built 14 Oct 2016 to 14 May 2021

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.

1,062 vehicles · built 2 Apr 2024 to 17 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.

7,383 vehicles · built 13 Jan 2021 to 31 Jan 2023

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

Fix: Change the fuel pipe.

3 vehicles · built 15 Feb 2023 to 13 Sep 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.

307 vehicles · built 27 Jun 2023 to 20 Feb 2024

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

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

2,529 vehicles · built 31 Aug 2023 to 25 Sep 2024

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.

Fix: Check and replace the Radio frequency connectivity box.

2 vehicles · built 8 Jun 2022 to 7 Jun 2023

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

Fix: Replace the DPF on affected vehicles.

959 vehicles · built 1 Apr 2019 to 15 Jul 2019

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

Fix: Replace the filter and update the engine management software.

117 vehicles · built 12 Jan 2017 to 30 Mar 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

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

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.

2,686 vehicles · built 28 Jan 2018 to 7 May 2018

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.

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

47 vehicles · built 27 Apr 2018 to 30 May 2018

Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases

Fix: Download new engine management software

683 vehicles · built 23 Feb 2017 to 23 Mar 2018

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the front suspension wishbone fixing bolts

1,051 vehicles · built 3 Dec 2014 to 22 Jan 2015

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

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.

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

206 vehicles · built 4 Dec 2015 to 8 Dec 2015

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

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace door locks.

1,176 vehicles · built 25 Aug 2015 to 11 Nov 2015

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

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.

Fix: 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.

12,833 vehicles · built 3 Sep 2012 to 19 Dec 2014

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.

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

14,840 vehicles · built 18 Jul 2013 to 2 Dec 2014

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..

Fix: Replace the gear lever reverse locking collar.

184 vehicles · built 5 Sep 2013 to 15 Nov 2013

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.

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

148 vehicles · built 9 Jan 2014 to 14 Jan 2014

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.

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

18 vehicles · built 19 Jul 2013 to 19 Jul 2013

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.

Fix: Replace the front right shock absorber.

8 vehicles · built 10 Dec 2012 to 10 Dec 2012

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.

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

642 vehicles · built 14 Jun 2011 to 29 Jul 2011

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.

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

2,834 vehicles · built 27 Oct 2009 to 20 Jul 2010

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

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

24,220 vehicles · built 15 Dec 2006 to 31 Mar 2009

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

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

13,263 vehicles · built 4 Dec 2009 to 21 Sep 2010

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the lighting management software updated.

2,903 vehicles · built 6 Jul 2007 to 7 Mar 2008

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

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have a steering power assistance ECU upgrade.

5 vehicles · built 10 Nov 2009 to 11 Dec 2009

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

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the seat electrical control box replaced.

532 vehicles · built 16 Nov 2006 to 19 Oct 2009

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.

Fix: 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.

7,165 vehicles · built 10 Sep 2007 to 17 Nov 2007

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

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

21,354 vehicles · built 24 May 2007 to 27 Mar 2008

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

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace Master Cylinder.

456 vehicles · built 23 Mar 2009 to 14 Apr 2009

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.

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

385 vehicles · built 2 May 2008 to 21 Nov 2008

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject wiring harness modified.

13 vehicles · built 16 Sep 2008 to 17 Sep 2008

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject fuse box replaced.

7,360 vehicles · built 27 Feb 2008 to 9 Jun 2008