Peugeot 607 Recall R/2006/009: Airbag May Not Deploy As Designed, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Dec 2005
- Launched
- 20
- vehicles in the UK
- X9K
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 607 vehicles built between 31 August 2004 and 30 September 2004. Incorrect manufacture of the rear bench seat bolsters could in the case of an impact hinder the deployment of the rear lateral airbags. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit modified seat bolsters. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect manufacture of the rear bench seat bolsters could in the case of an impact hinder the deployment of the rear lateral airbags.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED Defect: Incorrect manufacture of the rear bench seat bolsters could in the case of an impact hinder the deployment of the rear lateral airbags. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit modified seat bolsters.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: airbag may not deploy as designed.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit modified seat bolsters.
Are You Affected?
607 built between 31 August 2004 and 30 September 2004 may be included. Peugeot estimates 20 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 X9K or the DVSA reference R/2006/009. 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 307, 407, 607, 807 and 1 moreReduced braking performance | Urgent | R/2008/015 | |
| 407, 607Engine may stall | Urgent | R/2006/104 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2005/175 on 14 Dec 2005, for brakes may fail. The one launched after it was R/2006/005 on 9 Jan 2006, for airbag may deploy inadvertently. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2005 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/009, launched 22 December 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.