Peugeot Rifter recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 18 safety recalls naming the Peugeot Rifter, launched from 2019 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 Rifter recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 18
- 2019 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 19 August 2026
- R/2026/336
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Peugeot Rifter 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.
BMC software update – Black screen
R/2026/336, launched 19 August 2026, 451 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles a software defect in the instrument cluster may prevent the cluster display from switching on when the vehicle is started resulting in a black screen.
Remedy: Update the Body Control Module software.
BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable
R/2026/183, launched 27 April 2026. Also covers the 2008, 208, Partner
Defect: On affected vehicles the Lane Keep Assist tell-tale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster.
Remedy: Update the Body Control Module software.
Water Pump Pulley
R/2026/109, launched 16 March 2026. Also covers the Expert, Partner
Defect: On affected vehicles due to a production nonconformity the water pump may malfunction which may cause a loss of engine power and result in the engine shutting down.
Remedy: Replace the water pump.
Peugeot Cross carline Fuel Injection common rail.
R/2026/020, launched 21 January 2026. Also covers the 308, Expert, Partner
Defect: On affected vehicles a non-conformity issue with the fuel injection common rail may lead to a loosening of the nut and a potential fuel leak.
Remedy: Check the fuel injection common rail and if necessary replace the rail and high-pressure fuel pipes.
Peugeot Rifter/Partner (K9) Wrong wheel Bolts.
R/2026/005, launched 2 January 2026. Also covers the Partner
Defect: On affected vehicles the incorrect wheel bolts may have been fitted which could result in loosening or loss of the bolts.
Remedy: Check the correct bolts are fitted and replace if necessary.
Peugeot Traveller/Expert (K0)Rifter/Partner (K9) IVI s/w via OTA update.
R/2026/008, launched 19 December 2025. Also covers the Expert, Partner, Traveller
Defect: Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.
Remedy: Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
R/2025/344, launched 18 August 2025. Also covers the 2008, 208, 3008, 308, 5008, 508, Boxer, Expert, Partner, 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.
Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
R/2025/246, launched 3 July 2025. Also covers the 2008, 208, 3008, 308, 5008, 508, Partner, Traveller
Defect: Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.
Remedy: Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.
Traction Battery software
R/2025/120, launched 24 March 2025. Also covers the 2008, 208, Expert, Partner, Traveller
Defect: Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Remedy: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Peugeot Rifter (K9) Front Brake Discs.
R/2024/397, launched 11 October 2024, 28 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the front brake discs may not be to the required specification and may become noisy and in exceptional cases the brake disc may fail
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the front brake discs and pads will be replaced
Peugeot 2008/Rifter Engine software
R/2024/241, launched 3 June 2024. Also covers the 2008
Defect: Affected vehicles may suffer a loss of Hydraulic Brake Compensation (HBC). In a worst-case scenario this can lead to reduced brake performance.
Remedy: Update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration.
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.
R/2023/140, launched 9 May 2023, 29,537 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2008, 208, Expert, Partner, Traveller
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.
There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
R/2023/009, launched 17 January 2023, 1,610 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the 2008, 208, Partner
Defect: There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
Remedy: Update the software of the traction battery control unit.
THE LOWER METAL ENGINE PROTECTION GUARD AND THEUNDERSIDE OF THE ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM COULD TRAP MATERIAL IN IT.
R/2022/298, launched 17 October 2022, 1,727 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Partner
Defect: The possibility that the lower metal engine protection guard could trap material between it and the underside of the engine exhaust system
Remedy: : Replace the metal under engine protection guard with a different design to prevent the collection of material.
THE INNER TIE RODS ARE NOT CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2020/208, launched 16 July 2020, 51 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Partner
Defect: The inner tie rods connecting the steering rack to the track rod end are not correct to specification
Remedy: Replace the steering rack inner tie rods (on both sides)
THE STEERING COLUMN MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/400, launched 26 November 2019, 62 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Partner
Defect: Steering columns were produced not according to specification.
Remedy: Replacement of the steering column.
THE PASSENGER OUTER SEAT BELTS MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/392, launched 26 November 2019, 12,007 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Partner
Defect: The passenger outer seat belts may not be correct to specification
Remedy: Replace the front outer passenger seat belt.
A COMPONENT OF THE HANDBRAKE MECHANISM MAY NOT BE CORRECT TO SPECIFICATION
R/2019/132, launched 25 April 2019, 89 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The handbrake mechanism may not be correct to specification.
Remedy: Check the handbrake mechanism and if necessary replace the hand brake lever.
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 Rifter, 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.