Peugeot 306 Recall R/1997/072: Incorrect Brake Compensator, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 Sep 1997
- Launched
- 2,060
- vehicles in the UK
- R/1997/072
- DVSA reference
Peugeot recalled 306 vehicles built between 17 February 1997 and 2 May 1997. An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some 306 models. The recall notice describes the fix as: potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator examined. Vehicles equipped with an incorrect unit will have this replaced with the correct type. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some 306 models.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INCORRECT BRAKE COMPENSATOR Defect: An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some 306 models. Remedy: Potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator examined. Vehicles equipped with an incorrect unit will have this replaced with the correct type.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: incorrect brake compensator.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator examined. Vehicles equipped with an incorrect unit will have this replaced with the correct type.
Are You Affected?
306 built between 17 February 1997 and 2 May 1997 may be included. Peugeot estimates 2,060 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Peugeot, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Peugeot.
- Book with any franchised Peugeot dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/1997/072. See how to get a Peugeot recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 306, 406, 806, ExpertPossible reduction in braking assistance plus engine operating problems | Urgent | R/2002/021 | |
| 206, 306Seat belt anchorage concern | Urgent | R/2002/006 | |
| 306The left hand front seat lower seat belt mounting bolt may detach | Urgent | R/2001/144 | |
| 306, 406Failure of camshaft drive belt | Low | R/2001/102 | |
| 306Vacuum pump drive pin | Urgent | R/2000/152 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/1997/071 on 19 Sep 1997, for setting of brake compensator. The one launched after it was R/1998/024 on 11 Mar 1998, for incorrect brake compensator. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 1997 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/1997/072, launched 19 September 1997. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.