Peugeot 307 Recall R/2002/159: Incorrect Specification Brake Fluid, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Nov 2002
- Launched
- 91
- vehicles in the UK
- XYA
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 307 vehicles built between 29 August 2002 and 30 August 2002. The brake fluid is not to the correct specification. this over a period of time could adversely affect the brake performance. The dealer will replace the hydraulic fluid in the brake and clutch operating circuits. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The brake fluid is not to the correct specification. this over a period of time could adversely affect the brake performance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INCORRECT SPECIFICATION BRAKE FLUID Defect: It is possible that the brake fluid is not to the correct specification. this over a period of time could adversely affect the brake performance. Remedy: Replace the hydraulic fluid in the brake and clutch operating circuits.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: incorrect specification brake fluid.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the hydraulic fluid in the brake and clutch operating circuits.
Are You Affected?
307 built between 29 August 2002 and 30 August 2002 may be included. Peugeot estimates 91 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 XYA or the DVSA reference R/2002/159. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 307, 308, 407, 607 and 2 moreBraking assistance may not perform correctly | Urgent | R/2010/222 | |
| 307, 308, 807, ExpertLights may fail without warning | Book soon | R/2010/157 | |
| 307, ExpertLights may switch off unexpectedly | Book soon | R/2009/104 | |
| 207, 307, 308, 407 and 1 moreFuse box may cause equipment operational failures | Low | R/2008/094 | |
| 307, 407, 607, 807 and 1 moreReduced braking performance | Urgent | R/2008/015 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2002/158 on 8 Nov 2002, for possible damage to tyres. The one launched after it was R/2002/172 on 5 Dec 2002, for front brake pipe may chafe on anti roll bar. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2002 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2002/159, launched 8 November 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.