Peugeot 508 V2 Recall R/2022/235: The Engine Management Software Calibration Could Be Incorrect, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Jul 2022
- Launched
- 826
- vehicles in the UK
- MAS
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 508 V2 vehicles built between 31 January 2018 and 13 March 2020. The engine management software calibration could be incorrect causing engine stall. The recall notice describes the fix as: upload updated engine management software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The engine management software calibration could be incorrect causing engine stall.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION COULD BE INCORRECT Defect: The engine management software calibration could be incorrect causing engine stall. Remedy: Upload updated engine management software.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the engine management software calibration could be incorrect.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: upload updated engine management software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
508 V2 built between 31 January 2018 and 13 March 2020 may be included. Peugeot estimates 826 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 MAS or the DVSA reference R/2022/235. 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, 208, 3008, 308 and 7 moreOn board diagnostics | Low | R/2025/344 | |
| 2008, 208, 3008, 308 and 5 morePeugeot DV5R engines camshaft chain | Low | R/2025/246 | |
| 308 V3, 408, 508 V2Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections | Urgent | R/2023/058 | |
| 3008 V2, 508 V2A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells | Urgent | R/2022/228 |
This is one of 421 Peugeot recalls in DVSA’s data. The Peugeot recall launched before it was R/2022/228 on 21 Jul 2022, for a high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells. The one launched after it was R/2022/241 on 8 Aug 2022, for the efficiency of handbrake and service brake might be compromised. You can also see every Peugeot recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/235, launched 26 July 2022. 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.