Peugeot Bipper Recall R/2012/098: Rear Cross Member May Crack, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 22 Oct 2012
- Launched
- 6,192
- vehicles in the UK
- ZCU
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled Bipper vehicles built between 5 March 2009 and 28 September 2010. Over a period of time a small crack can appear on the rear axle cross member particularly under conditions of repeated maximum suspension travel. The dealer will replace the rear axle cross member and suspension bump stops. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Over a period of time a small crack can appear on the rear axle cross member particularly under conditions of repeated maximum suspension travel. The small crack could increase in size and eventually lead to the rear wheel rubbing on the wheel arch.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REAR CROSS MEMBER MAY CRACK Defect: Over a period of time a small crack can appear on the rear axle cross member particularly under conditions of repeated maximum suspension travel. The small crack could increase in size and eventually lead to the rear wheel rubbing on the wheel arch. Remedy: Replace the rear axle cross member and suspension bump stops.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: rear cross member may crack.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the rear axle cross member and suspension bump stops.
Are You Affected?
Bipper built between 5 March 2009 and 28 September 2010 may be included. Peugeot estimates 6,192 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 ZCU or the DVSA reference R/2012/098. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 207, BipperEngine may fail | Low | R/2010/186 | |
| 3008 V3, 5008 V3Wrong tire class in CoC | Book soon | R/2026/256 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2012/100 on 12 Sep 2012, for brakes may fail. The one launched after it was R/2012/119 on 1 Nov 2012, for steering may detach. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2012 and suspension recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/098, launched 22 October 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.