Peugeot 308 V3, 408, 508 V2 Recall R/2023/058: Affected Vehicles May Have An Incorrect Torque On Several Fixation Points Which Could…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 23 Feb 2023
- Launched
- 9
- vehicles in the UK
- MEQ/230049EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 308 V3, 408, 508 V2 vehicles built between 22 August 2022 and 9 January 2023. Some vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections. The dealer will check and tighten fixings to correct torque. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections. Defect: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect torque on several fixation points which could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections. Remedy: Check and tighten fixings to correct torque.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in reduced control of the vehicle and overheating of electrical connections.
The Fix
The dealer will check and tighten fixings to correct torque.
Are You Affected?
308 V3, 408, 508 V2 built between 22 August 2022 and 9 January 2023 may be included. Peugeot estimates 9 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 MEQ/230049EE or the DVSA reference R/2023/058. 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?.
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Source: DVSA recall R/2023/058, launched 23 February 2023. 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.