Peugeot 207CC Recall R/2007/131: Window Controls Could Remain Active After Switching Off The Ignition, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 30 Aug 2007
- Launched
- 2,022
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2007/131
- DVSA reference
Peugeot recalled 207CC vehicles. The window controls could remain active for 45 seconds after switching off the ignition even after opening one of the doors. The dealer will install upgrades software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The window controls could remain active for 45 seconds after switching off the ignition even after opening one of the doors. This could allow unintentional use of windows which could result in an injury. Additionally it contravenes anti-theft regulations.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WINDOW CONTROLS COULD REMAIN ACTIVE AFTER SWITCHING OFF THE IGNITION. Defect: The window controls could remain active for 45 seconds after switching off the ignition even after opening one of the doors. This could allow unintentional use of windows which could result in an injury. Additionally it contravenes anti-theft regulations. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and install upgrades software.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: window controls could remain active after switching off the ignition.
The Fix
The dealer will install upgrades software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
207CC may be included. Peugeot estimates 2,022 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 DVSA reference R/2007/131. 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?.
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| 308 V3The external door handle sliders might not be manufactured to the correct specification | Book soon | R/2022/067 | |
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This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2007/072 on 26 Apr 2007, for windscreen wipers may fail. The one launched after it was R/2007/144 on 4 Oct 2007, for possibility of brake fluid leakage. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/131, launched 30 August 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.