Peugeot Partner recalls

32 official safety recalls for the Peugeot Partner 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. Emissions warning light may not illuminate

    Reported August 18, 2025Model years 2017DVSA 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Air conditioning compressor fault may shut down powertrain

    Reported May 9, 2023Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2023/140177,222 vehicles affected

    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.

  4. 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.

  5. Timing belt debris may affect brake vacuum pump

    Reported December 13, 2022Model years 2017–2018DVSA 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).

  6. Engine guard may trap material against exhaust

    Reported October 17, 2022Model years 2017–2021DVSA recall R/2022/2983,454 vehicles affected

    Material may become trapped between the lower metal engine guard and the underside of the exhaust system. The guard will be replaced with a different design to prevent material collecting there.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE LOWER METAL ENGINE PROTECTION GUARD AND THEUNDERSIDE OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM COULD TRAP MATERIAL IN IT.
    Defect
    The possibility that the lower metal engine protection guard could trap material between it and the underside of the engine exhaust system
    Remedy
    : Replace the metal under engine protection guard with a different design to prevent the collection of material.

  7. Additional heater may leak fuel or produce smoke

    Reported November 30, 2021Model years 2017–2021EU Safety Gate A12/00043/22

    The additional heater may shut off too soon, leaving fuel inside. This can produce smoke and fuel leaks, increasing fire risk. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Fire
    Defect
    The electrical supply to and software for the additional heating is not correctly designed and the heater can shut off too soon when the vehicle is switched off. This can lead to fuel remaining in the heater, producing smoke and fuel leaks increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in 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. 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.

  9. Steering rack inner tie rods may be incorrect

    Reported July 16, 2020Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2020/208102 vehicles affected

    The inner tie rods connecting the steering rack to the track rod ends may not meet specification. Both inner tie rods will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE INNER TIE RODS ARE NOT CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The inner tie rods connecting the steering rack to the track rod end are not correct to specification
    Remedy
    Replace the steering rack inner tie rods (on both sides)

  10. Urea injector may become blocked

    Reported February 6, 2020Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2019/44811 vehicles affected

    The urea injector may temporarily become blocked. The engine management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POTENTIAL BLOCKING OF THE UREA INJECTOR
    Defect
    The urea injector may temporarily block
    Remedy
    Update the engine management software.

  11. Steering column may not meet specifications

    Reported November 26, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/400124 vehicles affected

    The steering column may not meet specifications. It will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE STEERING COLUMN MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    Steering columns were produced not according to specification.
    Remedy
    Replacement of the steering column.

  12. Front outer passenger seat belt may be incorrect

    Reported November 26, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/39224,014 vehicles affected

    A front outer passenger seat belt may not meet specification. It will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE PASSENGER OUTER SEAT BELTS MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The passenger outer seat belts may not be correct to specification
    Remedy
    Replace the front outer passenger seat belt.

  13. Airbags may not deploy in a collision

    Reported May 10, 2018Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2018/127248 vehicles affected

    A damaged internal component in the airbag control unit could prevent the airbags from deploying, with no warning signs. Replace all affected control units as a precaution.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAGS MAY NOT BE TRIGGERED IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION
    Defect
    On the affected vehicles an internal component within the airbag triggering ECU may have been damaged which could lead to non deployment. There are no early warning signs or symptoms for the customer to indicate if the ECU is incorrect.
    Remedy
    The manufacturer has no simple method to check the internal component. Therefore all ECU's in affected vehicles to be changed as a precaution.

  14. 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.

  15. Tyres may lose pressure due to premature ageing

    Reported June 9, 2017EU Safety Gate A12/0899/17

    Premature tyre ageing could cause loss of tyre pressure. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    null Premature ageing of the tyres could lead to loss of tyre pressure.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  16. Gearbox actuator may affect gear selection

    Reported April 7, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/125EU Safety Gate A12/0479/1778 vehicles affected

    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

  17. Bonnet may open while driving

    Reported October 6, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/234EU Safety Gate A12/1380/16220 vehicles affected

    A non-conformity in the bonnet catch fixing may prevent the bonnet from closing correctly, allowing it to open unexpectedly while driving. The front bumper support will be checked and replaced where necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BONNET MAY OPEN WITHOUT WARNING
    Defect
    The bonnet may not close correctly over time because a possible non-conformity with the fixing of the bonnet catch. The driver may notice in certain cases difficulty in opening or closing the bonnet easily or vibrations or slight movement of the bonnet when driving. The risk is incorrect closing of the bonnet which could lead without any warning to unwanted opening when driving.
    Remedy
    Recall the the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the front bumper support. Where necessary the front bumper support will be replaced.

  18. Driver airbag may not deploy correctly

    Reported July 20, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/172EU Safety Gate A12/1012/161,594 vehicles affected

    The driver's airbag inflator may not meet specification, so the airbag may not deploy correctly in a crash. The driver's airbag module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG MAY INCORRECTLY DEPLOY
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the driver's air bag inflation device may not conform to specification. As a result may not deploy correctly during an impact.
    Remedy
    Replace the driver's air bag module on affected vehicles

  19. Fuel rail pipes may leak fuel onto the engine

    Reported February 27, 2014Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2014/026740 vehicles affected

    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.

  20. Front seat belt bolts may loosen or break

    Reported March 8, 2012Model years 2011DVSA recall R/2012/02556 vehicles affected

    The front seat belt return rail fixing bolts may loosen and, under extreme force, break. The bolts on both sides will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELT FIXING BOLTS MAY LOOSEN
    Defect
    The fixing bolts of the front LH and RH seat belt return rail may loosen and in cases of extreme force break.
    Remedy
    The bolts on the left and right- hand sides will be replaced.

  21. Roof panel rear flap may detach

    Reported October 11, 2010Model years 2008–2010DVSA recall R/2010/1589 vehicles affected

    A defect in the rear flap hinge may eventually allow the roof panel to detach. The hinges will be reinforced or the rear flap panel will be changed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ROOF FLAP MAY DETACH
    Defect
    The roof panel rear flap hinge may have a defect which will eventually allow the roof panel to detach.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to either reinforce the retention of the hinges or changing the roof panel rear flap.

  22. Passenger airbag wiring may cause incorrect deployment

    Reported September 10, 2010Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2010/135138 vehicles affected

    A passenger airbag wiring connector may be out of specification, illuminating the dashboard warning light or causing incorrect airbag deployment in a crash. The recall replaces the passenger airbag wiring harness.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG MAY OPERATE INCORRECTLY
    Defect
    The passenger airbag wiring harness connector may not be to specification which can cause the illumination of the warning light on the dash or if involved in a impact the incorrect deployment of the airbag.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the passenger airbag wiring harness.

  23. Tailgate may not stay open

    Reported December 24, 2009Model years 2009DVSA recall R/2009/15417 vehicles affected

    The mounting balls on the tailgate support struts may rotate, allowing a strut to dislocate. The tailgate may then not stay open. The mounting ball joints will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    TAILGATE MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
    Defect
    It has been identified that the possibility exists that the mounting ball on both tailgate support struts may rotate when the tailgate is opened or closed. Should one of the support struts dislocate the tailgate may not remain in the open position.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the mounting ball joints on the tailgate support struts replaced.

  24. Spare wheel carrier heat shield may detach

    Reported June 26, 2009Model years 2007–2008DVSA recall R/2009/0662,040 vehicles affected

    Vibrations may cause the heat shield protecting the spare wheel and carrier to detach. The heat shield will be modified or, if necessary, the spare wheel carrier will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SPARE WHEEL CARRIER HEAT SHIELD COULD BECOME DETACHED
    Defect
    The heat shield protecting the spare wheel and carrier may detach because of the vibrations it is subjected to.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to modify the heat shield or where necessary replace the spare wheel carrier which incorporates the heat shield.

  25. Rear seat fixing may fail in a collision

    Reported June 8, 2009DVSA recall R/2009/0601 vehicle affected

    An incorrectly welded fixing may leave the left rear seat insecure, allowing it to detach in an accident. The seat fixing will be checked and repaired if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LH SEAT MAY BECOME DETACHED IN A COLLISION
    Defect
    The left hand rear seat may not be fully secure because the right hand seat fixing may have been welded incorrectly. If the weld is incorrect the seat may detach during an accident.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary repair the seat fixing.

  26. Engine fuse box may cause equipment failures

    Reported June 17, 2008Model years 2008DVSA recall R/2008/09436,800 vehicles affected

    The main engine fuse box may not meet specification, causing operating faults or failure of some equipment. The fuse box will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUSE BOX MAY CAUSE EQUIPMENT OPERATIONAL FAILURES
    Defect
    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.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the subject fuse box replaced.

  27. Front suspension spring may break

    Reported July 1, 2005DVSA recall R/2005/10532,396 vehicles affected

    Corrosion may cause a front suspension spring to break, and the spring could contact the tyre. A suspension cup will be fitted on each front side to prevent contact if a spring fails.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT SUSPENSION SPRING MAY BREAK
    Defect
    In countries where salt is used extensively on the roads the paint sub layer on certain springs produced over a specific manufacturing period shows very little resistance to corrosion. This can in exceptional circumstances cause a front suspension spring to break with the attendant risk that the spring could contact the tyre.
    Remedy
    To prevent an occurrence of this type likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time a suspension cup will be fitted on each front side of the vehicle to prevent a failed spring from making contact with the tyre.

  28. Airbag control unit may prevent deployment in some impacts

    Reported May 3, 2005DVSA recall R/2005/0665,912 vehicles affected

    An incorrect airbag control unit specification reduces the impact configurations considered for airbag activation, so an airbag may not deploy in as many advantageous situations. The recall replaces the control unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG ECU IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION
    Defect
    The airbag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is incorrect to specification this reduces the number of impact configurations taken into consideration when activating the airbags. So an airbag may not deploy in as many advantageous situations.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the airbag ECU.

  29. Tyre tread may be damaged during fitting

    Reported August 22, 2003Model years 2003DVSA recall R/2003/1382 vehicles affected

    Damage to the tyre tread from fitting may cause a loss of pressure. All five tyres will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO TYRE DURING FITTING
    Defect
    Internal tyre tread may have been damaged during fitting which could lead to a loss of pressure.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and replace all five tyres.

  30. Front suspension may collapse

    Reported October 3, 2000DVSA recall R/2000/0989,260 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly machined front stub axles may cause excessive wear, displace a lower ball joint and lead to suspension collapse. Both front stub axles will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT SUSPENSION MAY COLLAPSE
    Defect
    There is a possibility that the front stub axle on one or both sides of the vehicle may have been incorrectly machined. This could result in excessive wear the lower ball joint becoming displaced and the collapse of the suspension.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles and check and if necessary replace both front stub axles.

  31. Brake servo valve may cause loss of assistance

    Reported February 1, 2000DVSA recall R/2000/00492,025 vehicles affected

    A brake servo valve may not function correctly, causing loss of brake assistance. The valve will be inspected and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE
    Defect
    There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.
    Remedy
    Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.

  32. Wiring harness may chafe and cause stalling

    Reported March 20, 1998DVSA recall R/1998/0261,411 vehicles affected

    The main wiring harness may chafe against the scuttle panel, causing the engine to stall or electrical functions to fail. A protective sleeve will be fitted to the harness.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    LOSS OF ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS
    Defect
    The main underbonnet harness may become damaged through chafing on the scuttle panel. This could result in stalling and loss of electrical functions.
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles are being recalled for the fitment of a protective sleeve to the main wiring harness to prevent chaffing.

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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