Peugeot 3008 V2 Recall R/2021/081: The Welding Of The Individual Components Of The Tow Bar Might Not Meet The Correct…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 5 Mar 2021
- Launched
- 61
- vehicles in the UK
- KJJ
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 3008 V2 vehicles built between 3 May 2016 and 1 March 2021. The welding of the individual components of the towbar might not meet the correct specification. The dealer will check the identity label and replace the tow bar if affected. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The welding of the individual components of the towbar might not meet the correct specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE WELDING OF THE INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS OF THE TOW BAR MIGHT NOT MEET THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION Defect: The welding of the individual components of the towbar might not meet the correct specification. Remedy: Check the identity label and replace the tow bar if affected
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the welding of the individual components of the tow bar might not meet the correct specification.
The Fix
The dealer will check the identity label and replace the tow bar if affected.
Are You Affected?
3008 V2 built between 3 May 2016 and 1 March 2021 may be included. Peugeot estimates 61 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 KJJ or the DVSA reference R/2021/081. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3008 V2, 508 V2Peugeot 3008v2 508v2 traction battery | Urgent | R/2025/382 | |
| 2008 V1, 208 V1, 3008 V2, 308 V2 and 2 moreOn the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil | Urgent | R/2023/045 | |
| 2008 V1, 208 V1, 3008 V2, 308 V2 and 2 moreOn the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil | Urgent | R/2023/035 | |
| 3008 V2, 508 V2A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells | Urgent | R/2022/228 | |
| 3008 V2, 508 V2A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells | Urgent | R/2022/227 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2021/013 on 22 Jan 2021, for affected vehicles are not fully compliant to european regulation (165/2014+ EU799/2016)…. The one launched after it was R/2021/262 on 8 Jul 2021, for the rear spring centraliser might be welded incorrectly. You can also see every Peugeot recall and all recalls launched in 2021.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/081, launched 5 March 2021. 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.