Peugeot 308 (T9) recall: Doors may open unexpectedly
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- A manufacturing defect of a component within any of the four door locks could result in jamming of the internal mechanism which prevents the closing of any of the vehicle's doors or risk unexpected unlocking and opening of the doors.
- What to do
- Contact a Peugeot dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the affected door locks.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
A manufacturing defect of a component within any of the four door locks could result in jamming of the internal mechanism which prevents the closing of any of the vehicle's doors or risk unexpected unlocking and opening of the doors.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the affected door locks.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 308 (T9) | 11 Sep 2015 | 11 Nov 2015 | 1,369 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 4 January 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.