Peugeot 307 Recall R/2006/116: Rear Axle Fixing Bolts May Become Loose, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 5 Jun 2006
- Launched
- 221
- vehicles in the UK
- YBJ
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 307 vehicles. The quality of the welding at the suspension mounting reinforcement plates may not be to specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the welding. Where necessary take corrective action to ensure that the reinforcement plate welding operation has been correctly completed. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The quality of the welding at the suspension mounting reinforcement plates may not be to specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR AXLE FIXING BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE Defect: The quality of the welding at the suspension mounting reinforcement plates may not be to specification. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the welding. Where necessary take corrective action to ensure that the reinforcement plate welding operation has been correctly completed.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear axle fixing bolts may become loose.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the welding. Where necessary take corrective action to ensure that the reinforcement plate welding operation has been correctly completed.
Are You Affected?
307 may be included. Peugeot estimates 221 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 YBJ or the DVSA reference R/2006/116. 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/2006/104 on 2 Jun 2006, for engine may stall. The one launched after it was R/2006/181 on 6 Oct 2006, for seat belt fixing may loosen. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2006 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/116, launched 5 June 2006. 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.