Peugeot 2008, 208, Expert And 3 More Recall R/2023/140: On Affected Vehicles The AC Compressor Stator Wiring Could Develop A Fault Leading To…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 May 2023
- Launched
- 29,537
- vehicles in the UK
- MF9/221078CO
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Peugeot recalled 2008, 208, Expert and 3 more vehicles built between 3 July 2019 and 7 December 2022. The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. Defect: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.� Remedy: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.,.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
2008, 208, Expert and 3 more built between 3 July 2019 and 7 December 2022 may be included. Peugeot estimates 29,537 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 MF9/221078CO or the DVSA reference R/2023/140. 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/2023/140, launched 9 May 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.