Peugeot 207 Recall R/2012/053: Engine May Cut Out, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 27 Apr 2012
- Launched
- 4,600
- vehicles in the UK
- ZDP
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 207 vehicles built between 4 November 2010 and 28 April 2011. Incorrect dimensions of the battery earth cable may in the long term lead to its breakage. The dealer will replace the battery earth cable. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Incorrect dimensions of the battery earth cable may in the long term lead to its breakage. The loss of the electrical connection may lead to engine cutting out.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY CUT OUT Defect: Incorrect dimensions of the battery earth cable may in the long term lead to its breakage. The loss of the electrical connection may lead to engine cutting out. Remedy: The battery earth cable is to be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to engine cutting out.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the battery earth cable.
Are You Affected?
207 built between 4 November 2010 and 28 April 2011 may be included. Peugeot estimates 4,600 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 ZDP or the DVSA reference R/2012/053. 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 | |
| 107, 206, 207, BipperEngine may fail | Low | R/2012/135 | |
| 207Steering may fail | Urgent | R/2012/079 | |
| 207Engine may cut out | Urgent | R/2012/021 | |
| 207Engine may cut out | Urgent | R/2012/006 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2012/025 on 8 Mar 2012, for seat belt fixing bolts may loosen. The one launched after it was R/2012/041 on 28 Apr 2012, for tyre may deflate. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2012 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/053, launched 27 April 2012. 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.