Peugeot 307, 807 Recall R/2004/117: Failure Of The Throttle Stop Could Lead To A Reduction In Braking Assistance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 Jul 2004
- Launched
- 8,599
- vehicles in the UK
- X5G
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 307, 807 vehicles. The original engine software may cause erratic operation of the motorised throttle body. The dealer will install updated software in the engine ECU. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The original engine software may cause erratic operation of the motorised throttle body. This could in rare extreme cases cause the throttle stop to break. This will cause the engine to revert to limp home mode which possible may cause a reduction in braking assistance.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FAILURE OF THE THROTTLE STOP COULD LEAD TO A REDUCTION IN BRAKING ASSISTANCE Defect: The original engine software may cause erratic operation of the motorised throttle body. This could in rare extreme cases cause the throttle stop to break. This will cause the engine to revert to limp home mode which possible may cause a reduction in braking assistance. Remedy: Install updated software in the engine ECU.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause erratic operation of the motorised throttle body.
The Fix
The dealer will install updated software in the engine ECU. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
307, 807 may be included. Peugeot estimates 8,599 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 X5G or the DVSA reference R/2004/117. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3008, 308, 5008, 508 and 3 moreFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2015/241 | |
| 807, ExpertPotential for reduced steering control | Urgent | R/2013/096 | |
| 807, ExpertTyre may deflate | Book soon | R/2012/041 | |
| 807, ExpertPower steering assistance may fail | Urgent | R/2011/083 | |
| 307, 308, 407, 607 and 2 moreBraking assistance may not perform correctly | Urgent | R/2010/222 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2004/099 on 11 Jun 2004, for the vehicle may not be correctly fitted with a rear seat anchorage point strengthener. The one launched after it was R/2004/118 on 12 Jul 2004, for concern that the lower axle swivel joint was not tightened correctly. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/117, launched 9 July 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.