Peugeot Boxer III Recall R/2008/087: Indicator Side Repeaters May Not Operate Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 2 Jun 2008
- Launched
- 24
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2008/087
- DVSA reference
Peugeot recalled Boxer III vehicles. ; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on. The dealer will upgrade the relevant operating software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY Defect: It has been identified that; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the relevant operating software upgraded.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: indicator side repeaters may not operate correctly.
The Fix
The dealer will upgrade the relevant operating software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Boxer III may be included. Peugeot estimates 24 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/2008/087. 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/2008/079 on 19 May 2008, for engine may loose power. The one launched after it was R/2008/094 on 17 Jun 2008, for fuse box may cause equipment operational failures. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2008.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/087, launched 2 June 2008. 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.