Peugeot 306 recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 17 safety recalls naming the Peugeot 306, launched from 1994 to 2002. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Peugeot 306 recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 17
- 1994 to 2002
- Latest recall
- 5 April 2002
- R/2002/021
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Peugeot 306 recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
POSSIBLE REDUCTION IN BRAKING ASSISTANCE PLUS ENGINE OPERATING PROBLEMS.
R/2002/021, launched 5 April 2002, 41,175 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 406, 806, Expert
Defect: In adverse wet weather conditions water may enter the engine management solenoid valve operating circuit. This could result in engine operating problems and a reduction in power assistance to the brake pedal if the water enters the brake vacuum circuit via the solenoid valves.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to examine and if necessary replace the engine management solenoid valves with ones sealed against the ingress of water.
SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE CONCERN.
R/2002/006, launched 28 February 2002, 23 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 206
Defect: There is a risk that the lower attachment on the front and rear left hand seat belts could be loose.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles to check and if necessary tighten the seat belt fixings.
THE LEFT HAND FRONT SEAT LOWER SEAT BELT MOUNTING BOLT MAY DETACH
R/2001/144, launched 12 November 2001, 63 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possible risk of the lower seat belt mounting bolt on the front left hand seat being loose or misaligned.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check installation of bolt - if correctly installed check tightness of bolt if bolt is not located correctly replace with supplied bolt.
FAILURE OF CAMSHAFT DRIVE BELT
R/2001/102, launched 29 October 2001, 9,494 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 406
Defect: The camshaft drive belt may fail before the recommended replacement interval of 72000 miles. This could result in a complete loss of engine power without warning.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a quality assured replacement camshaft drive belt.
VACUUM PUMP DRIVE PIN
R/2000/152, launched 2 January 2001, 7,853 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Brake vacuum pump drive pin may fail as a result of premature wear. This could result in a loss of power assistance at the brake pedal.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to fit a quality assured replacement drive pin to the brake vacuum pump.
FRONT SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER HARNESS
R/2000/151, launched 2 January 2001, 2,409 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility of an open circuit in the connector on the front seat belt pretensioner harness. This may cause flashing of the airbag warning light and a loss of the pretensioning function in case of an accident.
Remedy: Replace the front seat pretensioner harness.
DRIVESHAFT MAY DETACH FROM GEARBOX
R/2000/150, launched 2 January 2001, 96 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An incorrect left hand drive shaft may have been fitted. The shaft could separate from the gearbox on a sharp bend or during excessive suspension deflection.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a correct specification left hand drive shaft where necessary.
FRONT SUSPENSION MAY COLLAPSE
R/2000/098, launched 3 October 2000, 4,630 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Partner
Defect: There is a possibility that the front stub axle on one or both sides of the vehicle may have been incorrectly machined. This could result in excessive wear the lower ball joint becoming displaced and the collapse of the suspension.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and check and if necessary replace both front stub axles.
POSSIBILITY OF LOSS OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE
R/2000/004, launched 1 February 2000, 18,405 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 106, 205, 405, Partner
Defect: There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.
POSSIBLE INSECURITY OF STEERING RACK
R/1998/113, launched 29 December 1998, 728 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that there is a risk that the rack to subframe bolts have been overtightened with the possibility of the bolts and/or rack mounting points cracking/breaking. This could lead to noise/vibration or loss of steering accuracy.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles examine the steering rack mounting bolts. Renew the mounting bolts/nuts and replace the steering rack if the mounting points are cracked or broken.
POSSIBLE FLUID SEEPAGE FROM REAR BRAKE CIRCUIT
R/1998/087, launched 19 October 1998, 1,557 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility of seepage from the rear brake pipe unions above the spare wheel. This will lead to the need for periodic topping up or illumination of the brake fluid low level warning lamp and in extreme circumstances the effectiveness of the foot brake could be impaired.
Remedy: Recall potentially affected vehicles to check and if required replace the brake pipes.
POTENTIAL COLLAPSE OF FRONT SUSPENSION
R/1998/086, launched 19 October 1998, 25,651 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that there is a possibility that the front suspension lower ball joint pinch bolt has been incorrectly tightened leading to potential collapse of the front suspension.
Remedy: Recall all potentially affected vehicles to check and if required tighten the pinch bolt.
WIRING HARNESS CHAFING
R/1998/065, launched 27 July 1998, 144 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Possibility of starter motor harness fouling on harness support bracket which may lead to damaged wiring and a potential short circuit or breakdown of the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles examine harness for damage and repair where necessary. Reposition harness clear of obstructions.
INCORRECT BRAKE COMPENSATOR
R/1997/072, launched 19 September 1997, 2,060 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some 306 models.
Remedy: Potentially affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator examined. Vehicles equipped with an incorrect unit will have this replaced with the correct type.
SETTING OF BRAKE COMPENSATOR
R/1997/071, launched 19 September 1997, 135 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The load sensitive compensator on the braking system may be incorrectly set.
Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the compensator checked and where required adjusted in accordance with the manufacturers specification.
POSSIBLE SEEPAGE OF FUEL
R/1997/070, launched 19 September 1997, 322 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Fuel may seep from the fuel filter pipe unions.
Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the filter pipe unions examined and secured where required.
POSSIBLE BREAKAGE OF ACCELERATOR CABLE
R/1995/024, launched 11 March 1994, 32,068 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a risk of accelerator cable breakage due to cable kinking when the accelerator pedal is released suddenly.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of a modified accelerator pedal.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Peugeot 306, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Peugeot dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.