Peugeot 307 Recall R/2004/118: Concern That The Lower Axle Swivel Joint Was Not Tightened Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 12 Jul 2004
- Launched
- 14,109
- vehicles in the UK
- X5M
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 307 vehicles built between 15 March 2004 and 6 June 2004. The lower swivel joint on the front suspension has not been sufficiently tightened. The dealer will check the mounting and tightness of the joint if found out of specification replace the joint. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The lower swivel joint on the front suspension has not been sufficiently tightened.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: CONCERN THAT THE LOWER AXLE SWIVEL JOINT WAS NOT TIGHTENED CORRECTLY Defect: There is a risk that the lower swivel joint on the front suspension has not been sufficiently tightened. Remedy: Check the mounting and tightness of the joint if found out of specification replace the joint.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: concern that the lower axle swivel joint was not tightened correctly.
The Fix
The dealer will check the mounting and tightness of the joint if found out of specification replace the joint.
Are You Affected?
307 built between 15 March 2004 and 6 June 2004 may be included. Peugeot estimates 14,109 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 X5M or the DVSA reference R/2004/118. 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/2004/117 on 9 Jul 2004, for failure of the throttle stop could lead to a reduction in braking assistance. The one launched after it was R/2004/149 on 1 Sep 2004, for improve the protection of front brake hoses. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2004 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2004/118, launched 12 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.