Peugeot Boxer recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 35 safety recalls naming the Peugeot Boxer, launched from 1998 to 2026. 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 Boxer recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 35
- 1998 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 15 October 2026
- R/2026/400
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Peugeot Boxer 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.
Boxer – Fuel Pipe Leak.
R/2026/400, launched 15 October 2026, 207 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may experience a diesel fuel leak from the fuel pressure damper.
Remedy: Replace the lower section of the fuel pipe including the damper.
Boxer software – turn signal detection.
R/2026/286, launched 3 July 2026, 2,441 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Body Control Module is not correctly configured to detect a failure in the indicator lamps. As a result if a turn indicator bulb fails it's not detected and the indicator warning does not activate.
Remedy: Update the vehicle configuration and the Secure Gateway Electronic Control Unit.
Boxer Smart Tachograph.
R/2026/248, launched 29 May 2026, 183 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles have a smart tachograph fitted that may not comply with regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Replace the Tachograph Sensor Antenna(s) and adding Wiring Harnesses if necessary.
Peugeot Boxer Fuel Pipe Leak
R/2026/050, launched 30 January 2026, 651 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with fuel return pipes not according to specification which can lead to a fuel leak.
Remedy: Check the fuel return pipes and replace if necessary.
Peugeot Boxer Wrong Proxy Configuration
R/2025/396, launched 16 September 2025, 149 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have an incorrect speed limitation value displayed on the instrument cluster due to a wrong configuration.
Remedy: Update the configuration in the body control module.
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
R/2025/344, launched 18 August 2025. Also covers the 2008, 208, 3008, 308, 5008, 508, Expert, Partner, Rifter, Traveller
Defect: Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.
Remedy: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.
Front Camera Software
R/2025/339, launched 18 August 2025, 758 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) function may remain deactivated in a specific use case.
Remedy: Update the Front Camera software to ensure correct activation / deactivation of the AEB system.
Instrument Panel Cluster software
R/2025/182, launched 13 May 2025, 12 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles a low AdBlue level message may not be displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster. This could lead to the possibility of not being able to start the vehicle due to an empty AdBlue tank.
Remedy: Update the Instrument Panel Cluster software.
Peugeot Boxer Traffic Sign Recognition software via OTA update
R/2025/019, launched 16 January 2025, 16 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the traffic sign recognition function does not meet regulatory requirements. After de-activation it will remain de-activated even after vehicle restart.
Remedy: Update the radio software via over-the-Air.
Peugeot Boxer (X250) Wrong weight values on Manufacturer Plate
R/2024/372, launched 25 September 2024, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been fitted with a metal Manufacturer plate located in the engine compartment that shows the wrong weight values. This can lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Check and replace the metal Manufacturer plate.
On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.
R/2023/304, launched 30 October 2023, 3,122 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.
Remedy: Check and replace power steering hose if necessary.
The chrono tachograph fitted was not to the correct specification and does not meet Regulatory Requirements.
R/2023/033, launched 30 January 2023, 41 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The chrono tachograph fitted was not to the correct specification and does not meet Regulatory Requirements.
Remedy: Replace the chrono tachograph manual transmission electrical harness & windshield.
SOME VEHICLES HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED EARTHING CONNECTION ON THE PROTECTIVE COVER OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE CONNECTION BOX
R/2022/208, launched 13 July 2022, 10 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Some vehicles have been produced without the required earthing connection on the protective cover of the high voltage connection box.
Remedy: Check the affected vehicles and add the missing earthing connection wire between the box and the body if necessary.
AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE NOT FULLY COMPLIANT TO EUROPEAN REGULATION (165/2014+ EU799/2016) COVERING THE SMART TACHOGRAPH REQUIREMENTS
R/2021/013, launched 22 January 2021, 20 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles are not fully compliant to European regulation (165/2014 + EU 799/2016) covering the ‘Smart Tachograph’ requirements.
Remedy: Replacing the tachograph gearbox and on certain vehicles the windscreen depending on the specification of the vehicle.
THE FRONT HUB ASSEMBLY FIXING ON TO THE FRONT SUSPENSION DAMPER MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2020/311, launched 28 October 2020, 2,978 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front hub assembly fixing on to the front suspension damper may not be correct to specification.
Remedy: Check the front hub assembly and replace if required.
THE BRAKE PIPE FIXINGS MAY NOT CONFORM TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/382, launched 8 November 2019, 41,911 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The brake pipe fixings may not conform to specification
Remedy: Checking and repairing these fixings and replacing any damaged pipes as necessary.
Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened
R/2018/185, launched 19 July 2018, 47 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 3008, 308, 5008, Expert, Traveller
Defect: On the affected vehicles the tightening of a sealing plug on the engine oil gallery may not be correct to specification.This could lead over time to an oil leak which in rare cases could result in oil leaking on to the road.
Remedy: The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque
INSTRUMENT DISPLAY MAY TURN OFF INTERMITTENTLY
R/2016/004, launched 13 January 2016, 8,915 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The electrical switch of the steering lock may not conform to specification. This could cause the intermittent unwanted switching off of information displays on the instrument panel.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ignition switch.
ENGINE MAY STALL
R/2015/057, launched 13 March 2015, 1,475 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An internal component of the injector may not be to specification which could reduce the fuel pressure in the injection system. The concern can prevent the engine starting and/or cause the engine to stall.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the identification number of the engine injectors. Where necessary replace the injectors.
HANDBRAKE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
R/2013/005, launched 18 January 2013, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the affected vehicles the fixing of the handbrake cable support stop may not be to specification which could cause long term loss of handbrake efficiency.
Remedy: The strengthening of the fixing of the handbrake cable support stop on the chassis. This operation will avoid any long term loss of handbrake efficiency.
SPARE WHEEL MAY DETACH
R/2011/092, launched 21 July 2011, 13,953 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The spare wheel winch may fail and not secure the wheel to the vehicle so allowing it to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the spare wheel winch.
INDICATOR SIDE REPEATERS MAY NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY
R/2008/087, launched 2 June 2008, 24 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the relevant operating software upgraded.
STEERING MAY BECOME STIFF
R/2008/036, launched 14 March 2008, 3,594 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that a problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the steering mechanism checked and lubricated. The mechanism will be replaced if found to be damaged. At the same time certain vehicles will have key components reinforced against the ingress of water. Thus preventing operating faults in the long term.
REDUCED BRAKING EFFICIENCY
R/2008/023, launched 7 February 2008, 382 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Some vehicles may have been fitted incorrect specification flexible brake hoses which if not checked and replaced could lead to a brake failure.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles for inspection of the flexible brake hoses and replacement if found to be out of specification.
HANDBRAKE ASSEMBLY MAY BECOME INSECURE
R/2007/037, launched 21 February 2007, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the welding operation on the sleeve end panel of the handbrake system may not have been correctly carried out. This could result in greatly reduced handbrake efficiency.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject assembly strengthened.
BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2006/061, launched 10 April 2006, 16,530 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 807
Defect: Braking assistance could be adversely by freezing of moisture that may accumulate in the vacuum circuit.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that may be affected and fit a separate air vent complete with filter to each electro valve fitted to the vacuum circuit.
HANDBRAKE MECHANISM MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
R/2005/027, launched 14 February 2005, 10 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the handbrake mechanism is not to the correct specification and as a result there is a possibility that under certain conditions the vehicle could roll away.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect and test the handbrake mechanism. If necessary replace the brake pads and re-adjust the handbrake cable as specified.
IMPROVE THE PROTECTION OF FRONT BRAKE HOSES
R/2004/149, launched 1 September 2004, 8,781 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has become necessary to check the front brake hoses and improve their protection. In extreme cases wear on the hose caused by chafing against the wheel arch could cause a brake fluid leak. The presence of which would initially illuminate the red warning lamp on the dashboard.
Remedy: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and check the condition of the front brake hoses. If found to suffering a chafe situation the hoses will be changed. If not the hoses will be checked for orientation and fitted with an additional protective device.
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY NOT RETURN CORRECTLY
R/2004/064, launched 19 April 2004, 9,490 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The accelerator pedal may not return correctly.
Remedy: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the accelerator pedal end stop.
HANDBRAKE EFFICIENCY MAY BE REDUCED.
R/2003/182, launched 6 March 2004, 2,239 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The handbrake adjustment system may be unreliable which will reduce its efficiency under certain conditions.
Remedy: Check adjust and/or replace the brake shoe mechanisms.
POSSIBLE CHAFING OF WIRING LOOM
R/2003/102, launched 29 August 2003, 1,723 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a possibility that the wiring loom may be damaged as a result of contact being made between components in the heater blower and gear lever. This may result in a short circuit and failure of the heater.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit a protector and an additional grooved sleeve.
HANDBRAKE CONCERN
R/2002/067, launched 20 August 2002, 75 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: There is a risk that the secondary handbrake cable could become detached from the rear brake mechanism causing the handbrake to become ineffective.
Remedy: Check that the handbrake cable is correctly located in the rear brake mechanism. If it is not a new cable will be fitted.
FUEL TANK MOUNTINGS
R/2001/030, launched 23 February 2001, 3,210 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The fuel tank could be insecure due to the cross member carrying the fuel tank rear fixings not being to the correct specification.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to carry out a modification to the fuel tank rear mountings.
FAILURE OF BRAKE SERVO
R/1998/025, launched 11 March 1998, 64 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: As a result of incorrect material specification the brake servo diaphragm may fail. This would result in extra pedal effort and an increase in stopping distance.
Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the brake servo replaced with a quality assured unit.
INCORRECT BRAKE COMPENSATOR
R/1998/024, launched 11 March 1998, 130 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some boxer vehicles.
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.
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 Boxer, 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.