Peugeot 307 Recall R/2004/088: Weld Points On Rear Side Chassis Members May Have Not Been Made Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 17 May 2004
- Launched
- 303
- vehicles in the UK
- X4E
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 307 vehicles built between 9 February 2004 and 12 February 2004. The possibility exists that the weld points on the chassis rear side members may not have been made correctly. The recall notice describes the fix as: likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for checking of the subject welds. If it is found that the welds are not to specification Product Service should be contacted. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists that the weld points on the chassis rear side members may not have been made correctly. With the result that in the case of an impact the vehicle would not comply with the energy absorption criteria.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WELD POINTS ON REAR SIDE CHASSIS MEMBERS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN MADE CORRECTLY Defect: The possibility exists that the weld points on the chassis rear side members may not have been made correctly. With the result that in the case of an impact the vehicle would not comply with the energy absorption criteria. Remedy: Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for checking of the subject welds. If it is found that the welds are not to specification Product Service should be contacted.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: weld points on rear side chassis members may have not been made correctly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled for checking of the subject welds. If it is found that the welds are not to specification Product Service should be contacted.
Are You Affected?
307 built between 9 February 2004 and 12 February 2004 may be included. Peugeot estimates 303 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 X4E or the DVSA reference R/2004/088. 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/2004/087 on 14 May 2004, for possibility of erratic operation of the motorized throttle body. The one launched after it was R/2004/099 on 11 Jun 2004, for the vehicle may not be correctly fitted with a rear seat anchorage point strengthener. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2004.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/088, launched 17 May 2004. 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.