Peugeot 508 recalls

On affected vehicles the engine will run all the time and will not shut off in start/stop mode due to incorrect Body Control Module coding.

Fix: Update the Body Control Module software.

48 vehicles · built 15 Nov 2023 to 30 Sep 2024

On affected vehicles the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software is not according to specification.

Fix: Upload modified software to the ECU.

42 vehicles · built 20 Jun 2022 to 15 Nov 2023

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.

7 vehicles · built 2 Apr 2024 to 4 May 2024

The accessory roof rack for the Peugeot 508 saloon could detach from the vehicle if used to carry items other than a roof box.

Fix: A full refund will be offered by the selling retailer (return of the roof rack and receipt) and recommend the customer purchase another solution to transport bicycle(s).

3,376 vehicles · built 5 Jan 2018 to 28 Jun 2021

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

Certain rear suspension fixing bolts may not conform to specification which could cause them to break.

Fix: Replace the affected bolts

78 vehicles · built 12 Oct 2019 to 15 Jan 2020

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 engine electronic cooling management control strategy and the maximum temperature alert threshold could cause the engine to overheat. This could result in a warning light and a message being displayed on the instrument panel.

Fix: On affected vehicles download a new engine management software in order to modify the cooling management parameters to improve the control of the engine operating temperature.

1,579 vehicles · built 29 Mar 2012 to 30 Apr 2015

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 1 Oct 2017 to 30 Nov 2017

The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.

Fix: On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.

7,394 vehicles · built 2 Oct 2013 to 4 Apr 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 28 Aug 2016

The ignition module which triggers the front seat airbag may not deploy in the event of an impact. There is no indication to the driver the unit is faulty.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front seat airbag unit.

6 vehicles · built 25 Aug 2016 to 27 Sep 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

It is possible that a leak can occur between the injector spill rail connection and the plastic fuel return pipe. This can cause leakage of fuel which can either pool on the engine cylinder head and then become deposited onto the road surface where it could cause a skid risk to other motorist or if the fuel comes into contact with extremely hot engine components an exhaust manifold for instance it is possible that an under bonnet fire could ensue.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the sealing of the fuel return pipe connection on each injector and if necessary replace the injectors as well as the fuel return pipes.

353 vehicles · built 13 Jan 2012 to 24 May 2013