Peugeot 206 Recall R/2002/068: Ignition Key May Foul Steering Column Cowling, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 May 2002
- Launched
- 12,747
- vehicles in the UK
- XUU
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 206 vehicles. The steering column cowling may move out of alignment causing the ignition switch to foul on the steering cowling and possibly stick in the start position. The dealer will check and where necessary replace the steering column clamp. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The steering column cowling may move out of alignment causing the ignition switch to foul on the steering cowling and possibly stick in the start position.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: IGNITION KEY MAY FOUL STEERING COLUMN COWLING Defect: There is a possibility that the steering column cowling may move out of alignment causing the ignition switch to foul on the steering cowling and possibly stick in the start position. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and check and where necessary replace the steering column clamp. The cowling unit is replaced on all vehicles recalled.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the ignition switch to foul on the steering cowling and possibly stick in the start position.
The Fix
The dealer will check and where necessary replace the steering column clamp.
Are You Affected?
206 may be included. Peugeot estimates 12,747 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 campaign code XUU or the DVSA reference R/2002/068. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107, 206, 207, BipperEngine may fail | Low | R/2012/135 | |
| 206Fuel pipe may leak | Urgent | R/2008/182 | |
| 206Windscreen wipers may fail | Book soon | R/2008/155 | |
| 206Front right hand seatbelt fixing bolt may fail | Urgent | R/2006/212 | |
| 206, 307, 407Possible seepage on the diesel fuel return pipe | Urgent | R/2005/047 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2002/091 on 30 Apr 2002, for ignition switch fire risk. The one launched after it was R/2002/067 on 20 Aug 2002, for handbrake concern. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2002 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2002/068, launched 4 May 2002. 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.