Peugeot 308 (T9) Recall R/2015/260: Doors May Open Unexpectedly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 4 Jan 2016
- Launched
- 1,369
- vehicles in the UK
- HFH
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 308 (T9) vehicles built between 11 September 2015 and 11 November 2015. A manufacturing defect of a component within any of the four door locks could result in jamming of the internal mechanism which prevents the closing of any of the vehicle's doors or risk unexpected unlocking and opening of the doors. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the affected door locks. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
A manufacturing defect of a component within any of the four door locks could result in jamming of the internal mechanism which prevents the closing of any of the vehicle's doors or risk unexpected unlocking and opening of the doors.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DOORS MAY OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY Defect: A manufacturing defect of a component within any of the four door locks could result in jamming of the internal mechanism which prevents the closing of any of the vehicle's doors or risk unexpected unlocking and opening of the doors. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the affected door locks.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in jamming of the internal mechanism which prevents the closing of any of the vehicle's doors or risk unexpected unlocking and opening of the doors.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the affected door locks.
Are You Affected?
308 (T9) built between 11 September 2015 and 11 November 2015 may be included. Peugeot estimates 1,369 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 HFH or the DVSA reference R/2015/260. 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, 3008, 308 (T9), 5008There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the subframe is not durable enough | Low | R/2020/207 | |
| 308 (T9), PartnerAirbags may not be triggered in the event of a collision | Urgent | R/2018/127 | |
| 3008, 308 (T9), 5008, 508Engine may overheat | Urgent | R/2018/048 | |
| 2008, 208, 3008, 301 and 5 moreEngine component may not be to specification | Urgent | R/2017/340 | |
| 3008, 308 (T9), 5008, 508Starter supply wire may chafe | Urgent | R/2017/215 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2015/241 on 9 Dec 2015, for fuel may leak. The one launched after it was R/2016/004 on 13 Jan 2016, for instrument display may turn off intermittently. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/260, launched 4 January 2016. 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.