Peugeot 2008 recalls
41 official safety recalls for the Peugeot 2008 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.
Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:
- United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
- United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk
Inverter may overheat and catch fire
Metal soldering residue in the inverter may cause an electrical short, continuous power and overheating if a relay blocks, which could cause a fire. The recall asks end users to return the product.
Official EU Safety Gate text
- Component
- Fire
- Defect
- Due to a defect of the engine control unit (inverter) in the vehicles fitted with electric double clutch transmission (e-DCT), metallic soldering residues may cause an internal electric short-circuits. This could lead to continuous power supply and overheating due to a blocked relay and cause a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Remedy
- Recall of the product from end users
- Notes
- Notified by France
Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate
If the front camera is blocked, the Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate in the instrument cluster. The Body Control Module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Lane Keep Assist tell-tale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster.
- Remedy
- Update the Body Control Module software.
Alternator protection cap may contact filter pipe
Contact between the gasoline particulate filter pipe and the 48V belt starter generator protection cap may allow water in and cause an electrical arc, potentially triggering a thermal event. The cap will be replaced, and the pipe checked and repositioned or replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Alternator protection
- Defect
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 reâposition or replace the pipe if required.
Tyre pressure messages may be incorrect or missing
A software deviation may cause incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages in the instrument cluster. The Electric Stability Control calibration will be updated so the correct warning messages are displayed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot 2008v2 Partner ESC software.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages displayed in the instrument cluster due to a software deviation.
- Remedy
- Update the Electric Stability Control calibration to ensure the correct tyre pressure warning messages are displayed
Emissions warning light may not illuminate
On-board diagnostics for the selective catalytic reduction system or diesel particle filter may not work correctly, so the malfunction indicator light may not illuminate when there is a fault. Engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Emission recall â On Board Diagnostics
- 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.
High-pressure fuel pipe connections may leak
Loose connections between the high-pressure fuel pipe and engine fuel rail may cause a fuel leak and fire risk. The affected connections will be retightened.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Fuel Pipe
- 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.
Motor control unit may not communicate with body control unit
The motor control unit may not communicate with the body control unit, causing an immobiliser fault that could prevent the vehicle from starting and leave anti-theft protection unassured. The units will be paired.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot 2008 BEV Motor Control Unit Software.
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Motor Control Unit does not communicate with the Body Control Unit. This may cause an immobiliser malfunction leading to a possible vehicle non-start and anti-theft protection not guaranteed.
- Remedy
- Pair the Motor Control Unit with the Body Control Unit.
Camshaft chain may wear or break
Premature camshaft chain wear may cause abnormal noise or, in the worst case, chain breakage. Software will be updated and the engine checked; the chain will be replaced if needed. If no problem is found, the oil will be changed to a higher-viscosity type with anti-wear additives.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
- 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.
Telematics box may lack connected services
The telematics box may not connect to connected services, failing to meet regulatory requirements. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Autonomous Telematics Box
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Autonomous Telematics Box (ATB) has no connectivity to the Connected Services features and therefore does not comply with regulatory requirements.
- Remedy
- Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Brake module may leak fluid internally
An electronic brake system module that does not meet specifications could allow a small internal brake fluid leak. The module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
- Defect
- On affected vehicles the Electronic Brake System Module is not according to specification which could potentially lead to light internal leakage of brake fluid.
- Remedy
- Replace the Electronic Brake System Module.
Battery monitoring software may contain an error
An error may occur in the battery monitoring unit software. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Traction Battery software
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
- Remedy
- Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Autonomous telematics box may not work
The autonomous telematics box may not work. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Autonomous Telematics Box failure after OTA update.
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.
- Remedy
- Change the ATB.
Telematics box may lose server connection
The telematics box may fail to connect to the remote server, preventing calls and other connected services. The 12V battery will be disconnected for 15 seconds, reconnected and checked for a trouble code.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot Automomous Telematics Box.
- Defect
- 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.
- Remedy
- Disconnect the 12V battery and reconnect it after 15 seconds then check for a trouble code.
Radio software may deactivate emergency braking and lane assist
A long press of the radio's driver assistance button may inadvertently deactivate automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist. The radio software will be updated over the air and remotely checked for successful installation.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot - Cross carline Radio software via OTA update
- Defect
- 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.
- Remedy
- On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.
Brake compensation may be lost
A loss of hydraulic brake compensation may reduce braking performance. The engine control unit calibration will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Peugeot 2008/Rifter Engine software
- Defect
- Affected vehicles may suffer a loss of Hydraulic Brake Compensation (HBC). In a worst-case scenario this can lead to reduced brake performance.
- Remedy
- Update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration.
Engine software may cause emissions non-compliance
Under certain conditions, engine emissions may not meet regulatory requirements on affected vehicles below 12500 miles. The mileage will be checked and the engine control unit calibration updated if the vehicle is below 12500 miles.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- Cross carline Engine software
- Defect
- On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.
- Remedy
- Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.
Air conditioning compressor fault may shut down powertrain
A fault in the air conditioning compressor stator wiring may cause current loss and shut down the powertrain while driving. The powertrain diagnosis ECU will be reprogrammed with updated software.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- 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.
- 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.
Battery control software may cause loss of propulsion
An error in the traction battery control unit software calibration may cause loss of propulsion while driving. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
- Defect
- There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
- Remedy
- Update the software of the traction battery control unit.
Timing belt material may affect brake vacuum pump
Ageing engine oil may cause material to detach from the timing belt and affect the brake vacuum pump, risking reduced or lost braking assistance. Software will improve early warnings; the belt, braking assistance components and pump will be checked and replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Remedy
- To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). The timing belt will be checked and if needed replaced with other components of the braking assistance system and the vacuum pump.
Timing belt debris may affect brake vacuum pump
Material from an ageing timing belt may affect the brake vacuum pump, reducing or removing braking assistance. A software update will improve vacuum diagnosis to warn earlier.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Defect
- On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.
- Remedy
- To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).
High-voltage harness may be out of specification
The high-voltage harness may not meet the correct specification. Its conformity will be checked and it will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE HIGH VOLTAGE HARNESS FITTED MIGHT NOT BE TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
- Defect
- The High Voltage Harness might not be to the correct specification.
- Remedy
- Check the harness conformity and replace it if necessary
Open circuit detection may cause sudden power loss
An overly sensitive open circuit detection system may cause operational problems, including sudden power loss. The software configuration will be updated, electronic units checked and replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE OPEN CIRCUIT DETECTION SYSTEM COULD BE OVER SENSITIVE CAUSING A NUMBER OF OPERATIONAL ISSUES
- Defect
- A possibility that the open circuit detection system could be over-sensitivite causing a number of operational issues including sudden power loss.
- Remedy
- Download the latest software configuration check some electronic units and replace them if necessary.
Timing belt material may affect the brake vacuum pump
Material detaching from the timing belt may affect the brake vacuum pump. Detection software will be updated, and the pump and timing belt inspected and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP MAY BE AFFECTED BY MATERIAL DETACHING FROM THE TIMING BELT
- Defect
- The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.
- Remedy
- Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.
Urea injector may become blocked
A faulty urea injector may become blocked, causing NOx emissions to exceed regulatory limits. The ECU software will be updated to prevent the blockage.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE UREA INJECTOR MAY BLOCK AND LEAD TO NOX EMISSIONS OUT OF REGULATORY LIMITS
- Defect
- On affected vehicles there may be a defect in the operation of the urea injector which may become blocked leading to NOx emissions exceeding regulatory limits.
- Remedy
- Update the ECU software to avoid the blockage of the urea injector.
Front subframe corrosion protection may not last
The front subframe's internal corrosion protection may not be durable enough. The front subframe assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE INTERNAL CORROSION PROTECTION OF THE SUBFRAME IS NOT DURABLE ENOUGH.
- Defect
- There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the front subframe is not durable enough.
- Remedy
- Replacing the front subframe assembly.
Engine software may cause excess NOx emissions
An engine management software issue may cause emissions that do not comply with regulatory limits. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS
- Defect
- Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.
- Remedy
- Update the engine management software.
Engine software may cause excess NOx emissions
The engine management software calibration may cause NOx emissions to exceed regulatory limits. New engine management software will be downloaded.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DUE TO THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE THE NOX EMISSIONS MAY NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS
- 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
Exhaust component may damage particle filter
A plastic component in the exhaust line may damage the diesel particle filter under certain conditions. The filter will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- A PLASTIC COMPONENT INSIDE THE EXHAUST LINE COULD UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS DAMAGE THE DIESEL PARTICLE FILTER
- 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.
Engine component may cause loss of performance
An engine component may be out of specification, causing loss of performance, stalling or engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances, vehicle speed may increase without warning for a few seconds before stopping on its own. The engine will be diagnosed and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- ENGINE COMPONENT MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
- 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.
Starter motor relay may cause overheating
A faulty internal relay component may affect starting and cause the starter motor to overheat, creating a fire risk in extreme cases. Dealers will check the relay and replace it if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- STARTER MOTOR MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
- 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.
Gearbox actuator may affect gear selection
A gearbox actuator component may not meet specifications and could affect gear selection. The actuator will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- GEARBOX ACTUATOR AY NOT BE TO SPECTIFICATION
- 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
Hydraulic block may allow a wheel to lock
During emergency braking or an ESP regulation phase, the hydraulic block may not prevent a wheel from locking, which could affect vehicle control. Replace the braking system hydraulic block.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- LOSS OF CONTROL
- 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
Fuel injector supply rail may leak
The fuel injector supply rail could leak, lowering fuel pressure and affecting the stop-start system. In extreme cases, the engine may not restart and petrol could spray under the bonnet, creating a fire risk. The rail will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK
- 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.
Turbocharger oil union bolt may leak
A nonconforming retaining bolt may cause an oil leak at the turbocharger lubrication union, which could damage the engine. The bolt and its seals will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- OIL LEAK MAY DAMAGE ENGINE
- 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.
Driver's seat belt mounting may loosen
The right-hand seat belt lower mounting may not be tightened correctly, allowing the seat belt to detach. It will be checked and tightened to specification if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DRIVER'S SEATBELT MAY FAIL
- Defect
- The tightening torque of the right hand seat belt lower mountings may not be to the correct specification and the seat belt could detach.
- Remedy
- On affected vehickles check and if necessary tighten to correct specification.
Fuel may leak if vehicle rolls over
The fuel tank non-return valve may not meet specification, creating a risk of fuel leakage if the vehicle rolls over. Dealers will check the valve and replace the tank if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK IF VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A ROLLOVER INCIDENT
- Defect
- 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.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles checking the condition of the valve and replace the tank if necessary.
Handbrake may not apply fully
The handbrake may be ineffective unless applied fully because its adjustment may be incorrect. Dealers will check the setting and adjust it if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- HANDBRAKE MAY NOT APPLY FULLY
- Defect
- On affected vehciles the handbrake adjustment may not have been correctly set during manufacture. This may cause the handbrake to be ineffective unless applied to it's full extent.
- Remedy
- On affected vehicles check handbrake setting and adjust if necessary.
Front subframe mounting may fail
Damage to a front subframe mounting point may worsen over time and cause the mounting to fail, affecting attached components and vehicle control. Excessive noise may occur before failure. The subframe is checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- VEHICLE CONTROL MAY BE LOST
- 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.
Steering components may cause loss of control
Steering component connections may not be tightened to specification, increasing steering play and potentially causing loss of directional control. The components will be checked and retightened if required.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED
- Defect
- It is possible that the connection torque settings for certain steering components on the wheel/strut assembly may not be to specification. The issue will be highlighted to the driver by an increase in the play in the steering but in extreme circumstances could lead to a loss of directional control.
- Remedy
- Recall all affected vehicles check and if required retorque the steering components.
Front suspension wishbone bolts may break
Wishbone mounting bolts may not meet specification and could break, causing noise and poor directional control. The front suspension wishbone mounting bolts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE COMPROMISED
- 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.
Fuel rail pipes may leak fuel onto the engine
Incorrectly tightened high-pressure fuel rail pipes may leak fuel onto the engine. If fuel vapour contacts a hot component, an engine bay fire may occur. The pipes will be retorqued.
Official DVSA recall text
- Component
- FUEL MAY LEAK AND CREATE FIRE RISK
- 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.
Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.