Peugeot 207, Bipper Recall R/2010/186: Engine May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 4 Nov 2010
- Launched
- 132
- vehicles in the UK
- YXQ
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 207, Bipper vehicles built between 5 May 2010 and 18 May 2010. There may be a fault in the machining of the crankshaft that could lead to a lubrication problem which overtime could lead to the engine seizing. The dealer will replace the engine. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
There may be a fault in the machining of the crankshaft that could lead to a lubrication problem which overtime could lead to the engine seizing.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY FAIL Defect: There may be a fault in the machining of the crankshaft that could lead to a lubrication problem which overtime could lead to the engine seizing. Remedy: The recalled vehicles will have the engine replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a lubrication problem which overtime could lead to the engine seizing.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the engine.
Are You Affected?
207, Bipper built between 5 May 2010 and 18 May 2010 may be included. Peugeot estimates 132 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 YXQ or the DVSA reference R/2010/186. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 207Battery may discharge and/or heated seats may overheat | Urgent | R/2016/118 | |
| BipperInability to change gear | Book soon | R/2013/107 | |
| BipperBraking assistance may be reduced | Urgent | R/2013/003 | |
| 107, 206, 207, BipperEngine may fail | Low | R/2012/135 | |
| BipperRear cross member may crack | Book soon | R/2012/098 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2010/163 on 18 Oct 2010, for parking brake may fail. The one launched after it was R/2010/221 on 9 Dec 2010, for brake may be inadvertently applied. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2010.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/186, launched 4 November 2010. 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.