Peugeot 107, 206, 207 And 1 More Recall R/2012/135: Engine May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 13 Nov 2012
- Launched
- 1,851
- vehicles in the UK
- ZEW
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 107, 206, 207 and 1 more vehicles built between 20 May 2010 and 8 July 2010. The con-rod bearing shells will not conform to manufacturer specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: to replace the con-rod bearing shells. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The con-rod bearing shells will not conform to manufacturer specification. This could lead to premature deterioration of the shells and in time cause the engine to fail.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MAY FAIL Defect: It is possible that the con-rod bearing shells will not conform to manufacturer specification. This could lead to premature deterioration of the shells and in time cause the engine to fail. Remedy: To replace the con-rod bearing shells
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to premature deterioration of the shells and in time cause the engine to fail.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: to replace the con-rod bearing shells.
Are You Affected?
107, 206, 207 and 1 more built between 20 May 2010 and 8 July 2010 may be included. Peugeot estimates 1,851 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.
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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 ZEW or the DVSA reference R/2012/135. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107The bonding of the rear door window glass to the hinge assemblies may not conform to specification | Book soon | R/2018/358 | |
| 207Battery may discharge and/or heated seats may overheat | Urgent | R/2016/118 | |
| 107Loss of control | Urgent | R/2014/174 | |
| 107Rear cross-member may fail and cause driver to lose control | Book soon | R/2014/023 | |
| BipperInability to change gear | Book soon | R/2013/107 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2012/119 on 1 Nov 2012, for steering may detach. The one launched after it was R/2012/158 on 17 Dec 2012, for eSP may not operate correctly. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2012.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/135, launched 13 November 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.