Peugeot 3008 recalls

60 official safety recalls for the Peugeot 3008 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:

  1. Tyre class may be incorrect in certificate

    Reported July 3, 2026Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2026/256411 vehicles affected

    The tyre class listed in the Certificate of Conformity may not match the vehicle's tyres. All tyres will be checked and, if necessary, all 4 will be exchanged for Class A+ tyres.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Wrong Tire Class in CoC
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have a tyre class mismatch between the technical specification declared in the Certificate of Conformity and the actual vehicle configuration.
    Remedy
    Check the tyre class of all vehicle tyres and exchange all 4 for Class A+ tyres if necessary

  2. Interior door handles may deactivate

    Reported June 3, 2026Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2026/228EU Safety Gate SR/01735/2619,430 vehicles affected

    The interior door handles may unexpectedly deactivate while the engine is running, leaving occupants unable to exit. The Vehicle Supervision Module software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VSM software Interior door handles
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Update the Vehicle Supervision Module software.

  3. Motor inverter may overheat or catch fire

    Reported April 24, 2026Model years 2026DVSA recall R/2026/161EU Safety Gate SR/01314/2613 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing deviation in the Motor Control Unit inverter may cause gearbox malfunctions or an internal electrical short, leading to overheating or fire. The inverter will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    MCU inverter
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the Motor Control Unit (MCU) Inverter may have a manufacturing deviation which could lead to gearbox malfunctions and the risk of an internal electrical short circuit leading to overheating or a fire.
    Remedy
    Replace the MCU Inverter.

  4. Automatic braking warning light may not illuminate

    Reported April 21, 2026Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2025/5423,708 vehicles affected

    If the front camera is blocked, the automatic emergency braking warning light may not illuminate. The system operates in a degraded mode but remains functional with radar support. Vehicle system management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera.
    Defect
    On certain Peugeot vehicles the Automatic Emergency Braking Assist telltale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked. No AEB warning telltale meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster. An additional pop-up appears for around 10 seconds at each key on/key off (Driving Assistance Sensor Blind: clean sensor see User Manual). The Automatic Emergency Braking system is operating in a degraded mode but remains functional due to radar support.
    Remedy
    To rectify this issue we will update the Vehicle System Management software

  5. Wheel nuts may not be properly tightened

    Reported January 29, 2026Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2026/045EU Safety Gate SR/00476/263 vehicles affected

    Wheel nuts may have been improperly tightened after rework. The torque of the nuts on all four wheels will be checked and they will be retightened if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 3008 Wheel Bolt Tightening.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have improperly tightened wheel nuts following a faulty rework.
    Remedy
    Check the torque of the wheel nuts on all for wheels and re-tighten if necessary.

  6. Front ball-joint bracket screws may fracture

    Reported November 25, 2025Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2025/522EU Safety Gate SR/04357/2516,335 vehicles affected

    The front ball-joint bracket screws may fracture, affecting vehicle control. The brackets will be inspected and changed if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Ball Joint Bracket fixation.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the front left and right control arm ball-joint bracket screws are at risk of fracture which could affect the vehicle's controllability.
    Remedy
    Inspect the marking on the left and right front ball-joint bracket and change if necessary.

  7. 48 V battery connection may overheat

    Reported September 12, 2025EU Safety Gate SR/03373/25

    An inadequate connection at the auxiliary heating terminal on the 48 V battery harness may stop the heating working properly. In rare cases, arcing and overheating may increase fire risk. The recall asks end users to return the product.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire
    Defect
    The connection for the auxiliary heating in the 48 V battery harness terminal may not be adequate. This issue could lead to the heating not functioning properly. In rare instances, there is a possibility of an electric arc and overheating, which might increase the risk of a fire in the vehicle. 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

  8. High-voltage battery may overheat

    Reported September 8, 2025Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2025/382EU Safety Gate SR/03304/251,426 vehicles affected

    A fault in the high-voltage battery may cause overheating and, in the worst case, a battery or vehicle fire. Stop plug-in and eSave charging until the vehicle is reworked. The battery software will be updated or the battery replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 3008v2 508v2 Traction Battery
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have a fault in the High Voltage Battery which could potentially lead to it overheating and in the worst case a battery or vehicle fire. Customers are advised to stop any plug-in charging and eSave charging until the vehicle is reworked.
    Remedy
    Update the battery management software or replace the High Voltage Battery if necessary.

  9. Emissions warning light may not illuminate

    Reported August 18, 2025Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2025/344EU Safety Gate SR/03153/2528,767 vehicles affected

    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 – 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.

  10. High-pressure fuel pipe connections may leak

    Reported July 18, 2025Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2025/277EU Safety Gate SR/01450/2529,745 vehicles affected

    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.

  11. Camshaft chain may wear or break

    Reported July 3, 2025Model years 2017–2023DVSA recall R/2025/24683,064 vehicles affected

    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.

  12. Under-bonnet fuel pipe may leak

    Reported February 13, 2025Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2025/054EU Safety Gate SR/00445/25390 vehicles affected

    A weak crimp on the under-bonnet fuel pipe may cause a leak. The fuel pipe will be changed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 308 408 3008 5008 Fuel Pipe Leakage
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may face potential leakage of the under-bonnet fuel pipe due to a weakness of its crimping.
    Remedy
    Change the fuel pipe.

  13. Front seat headrests may not meet specification

    Reported February 11, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/0481,371 vehicles affected

    Front seat headrests may not meet specification. Check their fixing notches and replace the headrests if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 3008 5008 Headrest
    Defect
    On affected vehicles front seat headrests are not to specification.
    Remedy
    Check the fixing notches of the front seat headrests and exchange them if necessary.

  14. Front control arm bolts may break

    Reported December 12, 2024Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2024/497EU Safety Gate SR/00050/2516,544 vehicles affected

    Bolts on a front lower control arm bracket may break. If two break, vehicle controllability could be affected. The front left and right ball joint brackets will be changed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 30085008 Risk of broken bolt front control arm ball joint.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the fixing bolts on the front left or right bracket on the lower control arm may break. In the worst-case scenario 2 broken bolts could affect the controllability of the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Change the front left and right ball joint brackets.

  15. Cradle bracket may crack

    Reported October 24, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/423EU Safety Gate A12/03137/24203 vehicles affected

    The cradle bracket may be out of specification and could crack, compromising structural integrity and causing loss of vehicle control. It will be checked and reworked if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 3008 Cradle Bracket
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the cradle bracket is not according to specification. In some cases this could lead to cracking of the bracket and structural integrity loss resulting in loss of vehicle control.
    Remedy
    Check the cradle bracket and rework if necessary.

  16. High-voltage battery fault may cause overheating or fire

    Reported July 1, 2024Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2024/272276 vehicles affected

    A high-voltage battery fault may cause charging problems or overheating and, in the worst case, a battery or vehicle fire. The high-voltage battery will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Peugeot 3008508 PHEV. Traction Battery
    Defect
    On affected vehicles there is a fault in the High Voltage (HV) Battery which could potentially lead to a breakdown charging issue and/or overheating and in a worst-case scenario a High Voltage Battery or vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Replace the High Voltage Battery.

  17. Engine software may cause emissions non-compliance

    Reported March 13, 2024Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2024/135EU Safety Gate A12/02824/242,694 vehicles affected

    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.

  18. Charging cable may overheat during charging

    Reported July 24, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/228617 vehicles affected

    A Mode 2 (orange) charging cable may have an incorrect safety calibration for its pin temperature sensor, potentially causing a thermal incident during charging. The cable production date will be checked and the cable replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Affected vehicles may have been supplied with a Mode 2 (orange) charging cable that was not according to specification (a risk of a wrong safety calibration feature of the temperature sensor of the charging cable pins). In worst-case this could lead to a thermal incident during charging.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have been supplied with a Mode 2 (orange) charging cable that was not according to specification (a risk of a wrong safety calibration feature of the temperature sensor of the charging cable pins). In worst-case this could lead to a thermal incident during charging.
    Remedy
    Check Mode 2 (orange) charge cable production date and replace if necessary.

  19. Water intrusion may perforate the battery cover

    Reported April 6, 2023Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2023/0993,260 vehicles affected

    Water intrusion could perforate the high-voltage battery reinforcing plate or cover over the vehicle's lifetime. Protective wax will be applied between the plate and cover.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.
    Remedy
    A protective wax will be applied between HV battery reinforcing plate and battery cover.

  20. High-voltage battery may overheat

    Reported April 5, 2023Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2023/1093,386 vehicles affected

    The high-voltage battery may overheat and enter thermal runaway, possibly causing a battery or vehicle fire. The battery management system will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.

  21. High-voltage battery may overheat

    Reported April 4, 2023Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2023/1065,802 vehicles affected

    The high-voltage battery may overheat and enter thermal runaway, potentially causing a battery or vehicle fire. The battery management system will be reprogrammed with enhanced monitoring software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire..
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.

  22. High-voltage battery may overheat

    Reported April 4, 2023Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2023/1021,950 vehicles affected

    The high-voltage battery may overheat and enter thermal runaway, potentially causing a battery or vehicle fire. The Battery Management System will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may experience HV Battery overheating that may lead to a HV Battery thermal runaway and in a worst case to a battery or vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    The BMS (Battery Management System) will be reprogrammed with enhanced battery monitoring software.

  23. Timing belt material may affect brake vacuum pump

    Reported December 13, 2022Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2023/0455,712 vehicles affected

    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.

  24. Timing belt debris may affect brake vacuum pump

    Reported December 13, 2022Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2023/035150,888 vehicles affected

    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).

  25. High-voltage battery cells may have mismatched voltage

    Reported July 21, 2022Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2022/22816 vehicles affected

    Individual cells in the high-voltage battery may have mismatched voltage. The high-voltage battery will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY WHERE THERE IS A MISMATCH IN THE VOLTAGE OF THE INDIVIDUAL CELLS
    Defect
    A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells.
    Remedy
    Replace the high voltage battery.

  26. High-voltage battery cells may have mismatched voltage

    Reported July 21, 2022Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2022/2278 vehicles affected

    Individual cells in the high-voltage battery may have mismatched voltage. The high-voltage traction battery will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY WHERE THERE IS A MISMATCH IN THE VOLTAGE OF THE INDIVIDUAL CELLS
    Defect
    A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells.
    Remedy
    Replace the HV traction battery

  27. Tow bar welds may not meet specifications

    Reported March 5, 2021Model years 2016–2021DVSA recall R/2021/08161 vehicles affected

    The tow bar components may not be welded to the correct specification. The identity label will be checked and the tow bar replaced if affected.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE WELDING OF THE INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS OF THE TOW BAR MIGHT NOT MEET THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The welding of the individual components of the towbar might not meet the correct specification.
    Remedy
    Check the identity label and replace the tow bar if affected

  28. Towbar welds may not meet specification

    Reported January 21, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/04124 vehicles affected

    Some towbar assembly welds may not meet specification. The towbar will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE WELDING OF THE INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS OF THE TOWBAR MIGHT NOT MEET THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The welding of some components to the towbar assembly may not meet specification.
    Remedy
    The replacement of the towbar.

  29. Timing belt material may affect the brake vacuum pump

    Reported January 20, 2021Model years 2013–2017DVSA recall R/2020/326180,640 vehicles affected

    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.

  30. Traction battery cells may overheat

    Reported December 8, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/3666 vehicles affected

    Misaligned electrodes in some traction battery cells may release toxic fumes or cause thermal runaway. The traction battery will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ON SOME TRACTION BATTERY CELLS THE ALIGNMENT OF THE ELECTRODES MAY BE OUT OF SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the alignment of the electrodes may be out of specification on some cells of the traction batteries which may result in the release of toxic fumes or a thermal runaway.
    Remedy
    Replace the traction / drive battery.

  31. Diesel particulate filter may not filter to specification

    Reported November 13, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2020/3313,836 vehicles affected

    The diesel particulate filter may not meet the required filtering specification. The filter will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE FILTERING PERFORMANCE OF THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER MAY NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The filtering performance of the Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) may not meet the required specification.
    Remedy
    Replace the DPF on affected vehicles.

  32. Urea injector may block and raise emissions

    Reported August 19, 2020Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2020/24510,250 vehicles affected

    A defect may cause the urea injector to block, pushing NOx emissions beyond regulatory limits. The ECU software will be updated to prevent gradual blockage.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE UREA INJECTOR MAY BLOCK AND LEAD TO NOx EMISSIONS GOING OUT OF REGULATORY LIMITS
    Defect
    The vehicles may be affected by a defect in the urea injector which might block and lead to NOx emissions going out of the regulatory limits.
    Remedy
    Updating the ECU software to avoid the gradual blocking of the urea injector

  33. Front subframe corrosion protection may not last

    Reported July 9, 2020Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2020/207152 vehicles affected

    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.

  34. Rear suspension bolts may break

    Reported February 25, 2020Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2020/052EU Safety Gate A12/01037/20156 vehicles affected

    Some rear suspension fixing bolts may not meet specification and could break. The affected bolts will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    CERTAIN REAR SUSPENSION FIXING BOLTS MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    Certain rear suspension fixing bolts may not conform to specification which could cause them to break.
    Remedy
    Replace the affected bolts

  35. Engine software may cause excess NOx emissions

    Reported October 18, 2019Model years 2017–2019DVSA recall R/2019/352EU Safety Gate A12/1594/1973,068 vehicles affected

    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.

  36. Engine software may cause excess NOx emissions

    Reported September 26, 2019Model years 2013–2016DVSA recall R/2019/330EU Safety Gate A12/00066/2055,308 vehicles affected

    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

  37. Rear seat belt lower section may be unattached

    Reported September 4, 2019EU Safety Gate A12/1472/19

    The lower part of a rear seat belt may not be attached, impairing its ability to restrain occupants and increasing the risk of injury in a collision. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    The lower part of the seatbelt on the backseats may not be attached. This will impair the seatbelt's restraining function, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a collision.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  38. Exhaust component may damage particle filter

    Reported April 26, 2019Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/13610,744 vehicles affected

    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.

  39. Engine oil gallery plug may leak

    Reported July 19, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/185EU Safety Gate A12/0646/18282 vehicles affected

    An engine oil gallery sealing plug may not be tightened to specification, potentially causing an oil leak and, in rare cases, oil to leak onto the road. The plug will be tightened to the correct torque.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque

  40. Engine may overheat and fail

    Reported July 17, 2018Model years 2016–2018DVSA recall R/2018/176EU Safety Gate A12/1355/182,049 vehicles affected

    The engine could overheat and, in extreme cases, fail. The engine management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Engine could overheat leading to failure
    Defect
    Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases
    Remedy
    Download new engine management software

  41. Loose chassis components may affect suspension and steering

    Reported July 6, 2018EU Safety Gate A12/1109/18

    Several chassis components may not be tightened correctly, which could affect the suspension and steering. The remedy is to recall the product from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    Several components of the chassis may not be correctly tightened. This could affect the suspension and the steering.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  42. Towbar fixings may be incorrectly tightened

    Reported March 29, 2018Model years 2017–2018DVSA recall R/2018/0899 vehicles affected

    Some towbar fixings may not be tightened to the correct specification. Their torque will be checked and corrected if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    TIGHTENING TORQUE OF TOWBAR FIXING MAY BE TO WRONG SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    Tightening of some towbar fixings may not be to correct specification.
    Remedy
    Checking and if necessary correcting the tightening torque of the fixings.

  43. Fuel pipes may leak

    Reported February 19, 2018Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2018/033EU Safety Gate A12/0043/1812,054 vehicles affected

    The fuel tank shield may rub against the fuel pipes and damage them over time, causing a fuel leak. The pipes will be checked and replaced if needed, and protective covering added.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    The fuel tank shield may foul the fuel supply pipes. Over a period of time this may cause a fuel leak.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles check condition of fuel pipes and replace where necessary. In addition add extra protection to existing and replacement pipes.

  44. Engine may overheat

    Reported February 14, 2018Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2018/048EU Safety Gate A12/0399/186,316 vehicles affected

    The engine cooling strategy and temperature alert threshold may allow the engine to overheat, triggering a warning light and message. Engine management software will be updated to improve temperature control.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE MAY OVERHEAT
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    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.

  45. Fuel lines may wear through and leak

    Reported December 29, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/33612,056 vehicles affected

    Fuel lines may rub against the tank shield, wear over time and leak. Dealers will check the lines, replace them if necessary and add extra protection.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    Possible fouling between fuel lines and the fuel tank shield may over time cause the pipes to wear and fail. Over an extended period of time fuel leakage may be noticed under the vehicle.
    Remedy
    On the affected vehicles check condition of the fuel lines. Replace where necessary and add extra protection.

  46. Engine component may cause loss of performance

    Reported December 15, 2017Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2017/340EU Safety Gate A12/1344/173,744 vehicles affected

    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.

  47. Starter motor wiring may short circuit

    Reported October 10, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/270EU Safety Gate A12/0996/173,406 vehicles affected

    The starter supply terminal may be positioned incorrectly, allowing it to contact other components and cause a short circuit. Its position will be checked and corrected if needed, and additional protection added.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    STARTER MOTOR SUPPLY WIRING HARNESS MAY BECOME DAMAGED
    Defect
    The positioning of the starter supply terminal may be incorrect. This may allow it to foul other components and cause a short circuit.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles check the positioning of the terminaL. Correct it if necessary and add additional protection.

  48. Starter motor supply wire may short circuit

    Reported July 6, 2017Model years 2013–2017DVSA recall R/2017/21529,576 vehicles affected

    The starter motor supply terminal may be out of position and contact a nearby component, causing a short circuit. The terminal will be checked and repositioned if needed; damaged parts will be replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    STARTER SUPPLY WIRE MAY CHAFE
    Defect
    The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.

  49. Curtain airbag fixing studs may fail

    Reported June 23, 2017Model years 2017EU Safety Gate A12/0986/17

    Poorly welded curtain airbag fixing studs could cause the airbag to malfunction in a side impact. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    null The fixing studs for the curtain airbags are not welded properly. This could cause a curtain airbag malfunction in the event of a lateral impact.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  50. Starter motor relay may cause overheating

    Reported April 24, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/140EU Safety Gate A12/0571/1747,376 vehicles affected

    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.

  51. Fuel hose seals may allow a leak

    Reported January 17, 2017Model years 2016EU Safety Gate A12/0208/17

    Faulty seals on the fuel hose for the additional compartment heater could allow fuel to leak. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    null A possible fault with the seals at the end of the fuel hose intended for the fuel system of the additional compartment heater (available as an accessory) could lead to a fuel leak.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  52. Door hinge pin may be incorrectly positioned

    Reported January 11, 2017Model years 2016–2017EU Safety Gate A12/0281/17

    An incorrectly positioned door hinge pin or retaining clip could make doors difficult to open or close. A door could fall while opening and injure someone. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    null The hinge pin of the doors and of the retaining clip for this axis might have been incorrectly positioned, which could make it difficult to open and close the doors. If the door falls during the opening, it cannot be excluded that it could hurt a passer-by or the person opening the door from the outside.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  53. Rear spring support may crack or deform

    Reported July 7, 2016Model years 2016EU Safety Gate A12/1022/16

    The upper support of the left rear suspension spring may crack or deform, affecting handling and making the vehicle harder to control. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    null The upper support of the left rear spring of the suspension may crack or deform, which could affect the vehicle's road-handling characteristics and make it difficult for the driver to keep the vehicle under control.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  54. Turbocharger oil union bolt may leak

    Reported March 10, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/043125 vehicles affected

    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.

  55. Fuel heater may cause a fuel leak

    Reported December 9, 2015Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2015/241EU Safety Gate A12/1317/1589,831 vehicles affected

    A defective fuel heater may overheat its electrical connector, distort the cover and let air into the fuel circuit, making the engine difficult or impossible to start. A diesel leak may also develop. The cover will be replaced and the connector inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    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.

  56. Driver's seat wiring may trigger the airbag

    Reported April 1, 2014Model years 2012–2013DVSA recall R/2014/035200 vehicles affected

    Friction can wear the driver's seat wiring harness and cause an electrical fault that may trigger the airbag unintentionally. The harness will be reinforced and clamped.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    DRIVERS SEAT AIRBAG MAY MALFUNCTION
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may present friction wear on the driver's seat wiring harness. Potentially causing an electrical malfunction and in worst case scenario cause the unwanted triggering of the driver's seat air bag.
    Remedy
    The remedial operation consists of reinforcing and clamping the driver's seat harness.

  57. A body shell spot weld may be missing

    Reported March 4, 2013Model years 2012DVSA recall R/2013/02638 vehicles affected

    A required spot weld may be missing, potentially causing body noises or squeaking over time. If a vehicle does not comply, it cannot be repaired and will be taken off the road; the customer will be provided with a replacement vehicle.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SPOT WELDS MAY NOT HOLD
    Defect
    On a very limited number of vehicles it is necessary to check the presence of specific spot welds on the vehicle body shell. Should it be identified that one of the welds has been missed in production the vehicle cannot be repaired. In the long term and in very rare cases body noises and squeaking could appear.
    Remedy
    In the rare case that the vehicle does not comply the vehicle will be removed from the road and the customer will be provided with a replacement vehicle.

  58. Rear brake calliper bolts may loosen

    Reported January 28, 2013Model years 2012DVSA recall R/2013/0104 vehicles affected

    Incorrect tightening torque may cause a rear brake calliper mounting bolt to loosen, sometimes increasing braking noise. The bolts will be replaced and tightened to the correct torque.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR BRAKE CALLIPER MOUNTING BOLT COULD WORK LOOSE
    Defect
    The tightening torque of the rear brake calliper mounting bolts could be incorrect. This incorrect tightening torque may in very rare cases eventually lead to the slackening of the bolt and an increase in noise during braking
    Remedy
    Replace the bolts and tighten to the correct torque

  59. Fuel return pipe may wear through

    Reported February 22, 2011Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2011/01714,170 vehicles affected

    The fuel return pipe may rub against the diesel filter support and wear through, potentially causing a fuel leak. Protection will be added to the pipe to prevent wear.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    The manufacturer has requested that some protection be added to the pipe to ensure its long-term resistance to wear.

  60. Windscreen wipers may stop working

    Reported October 19, 2009Model years 2009DVSA recall R/2009/11419 vehicles affected

    A faulty front wiper mechanism may immobilise one or more wiper arms in a random position, causing partial or total loss of wiper function. The wiper motors will be inspected and changed if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LOSS OF WINDSCREEN WIPER FUNCTION
    Defect
    It has been identified that the potential exists that sub-standard front windscreen wiper mechanism were fitted during production. This can result when in use for one or more of the wiper arms to be immobilised in a random position. With the consequence of partial or total loss of the windscreen wiper function.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the windscreen wiper motors inspected and changed as necessary.

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.

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