208 V2, 2008 V2
Recall Summary Peugeot is recalling certain 208 and 2008 model vehicles because the petrol particulate filter pipe may be too close to or touching the belt starter generator's protection cap. In wet conditions, this contact can allow water to enter and cause an electrical arc that may lead to engine overheating or fire.
- Recalling firm
- Peugeot
- Product
- Passenger car. 208 VIN: VR3UPHPY5P4105270 - VR3UPHPX8T5030898; 2008 VIN: VR3USHPY5PJ917475 - VR3USHPY9TJ558206.. 208 V2, 2008 V2
- Reason
- The vehicle may have contact, or insufficient clearance (< 10 mm), between the petrol particulate filter pipe and the terminal protection cap of the 48 V belt starter generator. In wet conditions, the insufficient clearance and possible contact between these components can lead to water infiltration, causing an electric arc, that could trigger a thermal event, such as overheating, which may lead to 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...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- consumer product recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-03-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- FR
- Distribution
- France
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
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