Peugeot Boxer III Recall R/2007/037: Handbrake Assembly May Become Insecure, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 21 Feb 2007
- Launched
- 15
- vehicles in the UK
- YDC
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled Boxer III vehicles. The welding operation on the sleeve end panel of the handbrake system may not have been correctly carried out. The recall notice describes the fix as: recalled vehicles will have the subject assembly strengthened. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The welding operation on the sleeve end panel of the handbrake system may not have been correctly carried out. This could result in greatly reduced handbrake efficiency.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: HANDBRAKE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME INSECURE Defect: It has been identified that the welding operation on the sleeve end panel of the handbrake system may not have been correctly carried out. This could result in greatly reduced handbrake efficiency. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject assembly strengthened.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in greatly reduced handbrake efficiency.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: recalled vehicles will have the subject assembly strengthened.
Are You Affected?
Boxer III may be included. Peugeot estimates 15 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 YDC or the DVSA reference R/2007/037. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008, 208, 3008, 308 and 7 moreOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/344 | |
| Boxer IIIOn affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance | Urgent | R/2023/304 | |
| Boxer IIIThe chrono tachograph fitted was not to the correct specification and does not meet Regulatory Requirements | Low | R/2023/033 | |
| Boxer IIIThe brake pipe fixings may not conform to specification | Urgent | R/2019/382 | |
| Boxer IIIInstrument display may turn off intermittently | Urgent | R/2016/004 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2007/014 on 24 Jan 2007, for fuel leak may occur. The one launched after it was R/2007/039 on 21 Feb 2007, for risk of fire. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2007.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/037, launched 21 February 2007. 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.