Peugeot 407 Recall R/2005/164: Starter Motor May Operate Inadvertently, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 15 Nov 2005
- Launched
- 8,615
- vehicles in the UK
- X8B
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 407 vehicles. There is a possibility of untimely triggering of the starter motor which if the vehicle has been left in gear could result in the vehicle jerking forward when the starter motor engages. The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the likely to be affected vehicles and down load new software for the intelligent servo control unit. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
There is a possibility of untimely triggering of the starter motor which if the vehicle has been left in gear could result in the vehicle jerking forward when the starter motor engages.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STARTER MOTOR MAY OPERATE INADVERTENTLY Defect: There is a possibility of untimely triggering of the starter motor which if the vehicle has been left in gear could result in the vehicle jerking forward when the starter motor engages. Remedy: Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and down load new software for the intelligent servo control unit.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the vehicle jerking forward when the starter motor engages.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recall the likely to be affected vehicles and down load new software for the intelligent servo control unit. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
407 may be included. Peugeot estimates 8,615 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 X8B or the DVSA reference R/2005/164. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 407Engine may stall | Urgent | R/2011/079 | |
| 307, 308, 407, 607 and 2 moreBraking assistance may not perform correctly | Urgent | R/2010/222 | |
| 407Parking brake may fail | Urgent | R/2010/163 | |
| 407, 607Brake performance may be affected | Urgent | R/2009/120 | |
| 4007, 407, 607, 807Diesel fuel return pipe may abrade and wear | Low | R/2008/106 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2005/177 on 8 Sep 2005, for brake circuit may leak. The one launched after it was R/2005/151 on 25 Nov 2005, for corrosion of electrical connection which could cause a short circuit. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2005.
Source: DVSA recall R/2005/164, launched 15 November 2005. 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.