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Peugeot 2008 reliability

The Peugeot 2008 fails its MOT more often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 30.3% of 71,965 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.

Up to 5 years old
16.4% failed their MOT
Worse than most
From 26,506 MOT tests of Peugeot 2008s this age.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 15× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)4.6% vs 0.3%Fix about £30
Fails 39% more oftenMechanical brake components2.5% vs 1.8%
Fails 3× as oftenHeadlamps1.9% vs 0.7%Fix about £30
Fails 9× as oftenTransmission1.7% vs 0.2%
Advised 88% more oftenMechanical brake components22.7% vs 12.1%
Advised 14× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)6.8% vs 0.5%Fix about £30
6 to 10 years old
30.3% failed their MOT
Worse than most
From 71,965 MOT tests of Peugeot 2008s this age.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 10× as oftenTransmission9.3% vs 0.9%
Fails 5× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)4.6% vs 1%Fix about £30
Fails 3× as oftenHeadlamps4.4% vs 1.7%Fix about £30
Fails 55% more oftenExhaust emissions3.1% vs 2%Fix about £150
Advised 48% more oftenMechanical brake components24.5% vs 16.6%
Advised 7× as oftenExhaust system10.2% vs 1.4%Fix about £150
Advised 4× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)8.1% vs 2.1%Fix about £30
Safety recalls

39 DVSA recalls for the Peugeot 2008

Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.

R/2026/18327 Apr 2026Built 2024–2025BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable

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.

Fix: Update the Body Control Module software.

Recalled models: 2008 V2 · 9,893 vehicles

R/2026/0719 Mar 2026Built 2024Alternator protection

Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.

Fix: Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and re‑position or replace the pipe if required.

Recalled models: 2008 · 5,771 vehicles

R/2025/45222 Oct 2025Built 2024–2025Peugeot 2008v2 Partner ESC software.

Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages displayed in the instrument cluster due to a software deviation.

Fix: Update the Electric Stability Control calibration to ensure the correct tyre pressure warning messages are displayed

Recalled models: 2008 V2 · 5,583 vehicles

R/2025/34418 Aug 2025Built 2017–2020Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics

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.

Fix: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

Recalled models: 2008

R/2025/27718 Jul 2025Built 2022–2025Peugeot Fuel Pipe

On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.

Fix: Retighten the affected connections.

Recalled models: 2008 · 2,917 vehicles

R/2025/2463 Jul 2025Built 2019–2023Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: 2008 · 5,156 vehicles

R/2025/2533 Jul 2025Built 2023Peugeot 2008 BEV Motor Control Unit Software.

On affected vehicles the Motor Control Unit does not communicate with the Body Control Unit. This may cause an immobiliser malfunction leading to a possible vehicle non-start and anti-theft protection not guaranteed.

Fix: Pair the Motor Control Unit with the Body Control Unit.

Recalled models: 2008 BEV · 304 vehicles

R/2025/21011 Jun 2025Built 2024Autonomous Telematics Box

On affected vehicles the Autonomous Telematics Box (ATB) has no connectivity to the Connected Services features and therefore does not comply with regulatory requirements.

Fix: Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Recalled models: 2008 · 1 vehicles

R/2025/14814 Apr 2025Built 2024Brake Pressure Modulator Valve

On affected vehicles the Electronic Brake System Module is not according to specification which could potentially lead to light internal leakage of brake fluid.

Fix: Replace the Electronic Brake System Module.

Recalled models: 2008 · 25 vehicles

R/2025/12024 Mar 2025Built 2022Traction Battery software

Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Fix: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Recalled models: 2008 · 1,153 vehicles

R/2025/08627 Feb 2025Built 2024Autonomous Telematics Box failure after OTA update.

Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.

Fix: Change the ATB.

Recalled models: 2008 · 2 vehicles

R/2025/06914 Feb 2025Built 2024Peugeot Automomous Telematics Box.

Affected vehicles may experience an autonomous telematic box that cannot connect to the remote server making it not possible to make calls or use other connected services.

Fix: Disconnect the 12V battery and reconnect it after 15 seconds then check for a trouble code.

Recalled models: 2008 · 5 vehicles

R/2024/4856 Dec 2024Built 2024Peugeot - Cross carline Radio software via OTA update

On affected vehicles the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) functionality may not meet regulatory requirements and the Active Emergency Brake (AEB) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) can inadvertently be deactivated by a long press of the ADAS button on the radio.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.

Recalled models: 2008 · 1,603 vehicles

R/2024/2413 Jun 2024Built 2023Peugeot 2008/Rifter Engine software

Affected vehicles may suffer a loss of Hydraulic Brake Compensation (HBC). In a worst-case scenario this can lead to reduced brake performance.

Fix: Update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration.

Recalled models: 2008 · 17 vehicles

R/2024/13513 Mar 2024Built 2022Cross carline Engine software

On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

Fix: Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

Recalled models: 2008 · 377 vehicles

R/2023/1409 May 2023Built 2019–2022On 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.

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.�

Fix: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

Recalled models: 2008 · 29,537 vehicles

R/2023/00917 Jan 2023Built 2022There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.

There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.

Fix: Update the software of the traction battery control unit.

Recalled models: 2008 ELECTRIC · 1,610 vehicles

R/2023/03513 Dec 2022Built 2017–2019On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

Fix: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).

Recalled models: 2008 V1 · 25,148 vehicles

R/2023/04513 Dec 2022Built 2017On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

Fix: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). The timing belt will be checked and if needed replaced with other components of the braking assistance system and the vacuum pump.

Recalled models: 2008 V1 · 952 vehicles

R/2022/20313 Jul 2022Built 2022The high voltage harness fitted might not be to the correct specification

The High Voltage Harness might not be to the correct specification.

Fix: Check the harness conformity and replace it if necessary

Recalled models: 2008 V2 · 16 vehicles

R/2020/32620 Jan 2021Built 2013–2017The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt

The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.

Fix: Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.

Recalled models: 2008 V1 · 22,580 vehicles

R/2020/3562 Dec 2020Built 2019–2020The urea injector may block and lead to nox emissions out of regulatory limits

On affected vehicles there may be a defect in the operation of the urea injector which may become blocked leading to NOx emissions exceeding regulatory limits.

Fix: Update the ECU software to avoid the blockage of the urea injector.

Recalled models: 2008 · 773 vehicles

R/2020/2079 Jul 2020Built 2015There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the subframe is not durable enough.

There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the front subframe is not durable enough.

Fix: Replacing the front subframe assembly.

Recalled models: 2008 · 38 vehicles

R/2019/35218 Oct 2019Built 2017–2019THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Fix: Update the engine management software.

Recalled models: 2008 · 18,267 vehicles

R/2019/33026 Sept 2019Built 2013–2016Due to the calibration of the engine management software the nox emissions may not comply with regulatory limits

The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.

Fix: Download new engine management software

Recalled models: 2008 · 9,218 vehicles

R/2019/13626 Apr 2019Built 2018A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain conditions damage the diesel particle filter

A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain conditions damage the Diesel particle filter.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.

Recalled models: 2008 · 2,686 vehicles

R/2017/34015 Dec 2017Built 2017Engine component may not be to specification

An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.

Fix: On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.

Recalled models: 2008 · 416 vehicles

R/2017/14024 Apr 2017Built 2016Starter motor may not operate correctly

A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.

Fix: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.

Recalled models: 2008 · 6,768 vehicles

R/2017/1257 Apr 2017Built 2016Gearbox actuator ay not be to spectification

A component in the gearbox actuator may not be to the correct specification which may affect gear selection.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the gearbox actuator

Recalled models: 2008 · 13 vehicles

R/2016/23014 Oct 2016Built 2016Loss of control

In the event of emergency braking or during an ESP regulation phase (e.g. avoiding manoeuvre) the hydraulic block may not prevent the locking of a wheel which could affect control of the vehicle.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the braking system hydraulic block

Recalled models: 2008 · 600 vehicles

R/2016/16014 Jul 2016Built 2014Fuel may leak

The fuel injectors supply rail could develop a leak over a period of time leading to a drop in fuel pressure which can affect the operation of the stop start system. In some extreme cases the engine might not restart and a spray of petrol under the bonnet may occur which is a fire risk.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fuel injector supply rail. Where necessary replace the fuel injector supply rail.

Recalled models: 2008 · 86 vehicles

R/2016/04310 Mar 2016Built 2016Oil leak may damage engine

An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.

Recalled models: 2008 · 25 vehicles

R/2016/03129 Feb 2016Built 2015Driver's seatbelt may fail

The tightening torque of the right hand seat belt lower mountings may not be to the correct specification and the seat belt could detach.

Fix: On affected vehickles check and if necessary tighten to correct specification.

Recalled models: 2008 · 119 vehicles

R/2016/01917 Feb 2016Built 2015Fuel may leak if vehicle involved in a rollover incident

On the affected vehicles the non-return valve located inside the fuel tank may not conform to specification. If the vehicle was to roll over there is a risk of a fuel leak.

Fix: On affected vehicles checking the condition of the valve and replace the tank if necessary.

Recalled models: 2008 · 2,157 vehicles

R/2014/18619 Dec 2014Built 2013Handbrake may not apply fully

On affected vehciles the handbrake adjustment may not have been correctly set during manufacture. This may cause the handbrake to be ineffective unless applied to it's full extent.

Fix: On affected vehicles check handbrake setting and adjust if necessary.

Recalled models: 2008 · 17,837 vehicles

R/2014/08122 Jul 2014Built 2014Vehicle control may be lost

Front subframes on affected vehicles may show signs of damage to the left hand mounting point caused during the manufacturing process. Over time this may affect durability and cause the mounting to fail. This can affect security of components attached to the subframe and may affect control of the vehicle.

Fix: Prior to failure the driver should notice excessive noise from this area. As a safety measure affected vehicles should be checked and where necessary the subframe replaced.

Recalled models: 2008 · 14 vehicles

R/2014/04622 Apr 2014Built 2013–2014Directional control may be compromised

The front suspension wishbone mounting bolts might not have been manufactured to the correct specification potentially causing a risk of these parts breaking. Broken mounting bolts can be noticed by the driver through noises and poor directional control.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front suspension wishbone mounting bolts.

Recalled models: 2008 · 5,502 vehicles

R/2014/05122 Apr 2014Built 2014Directional control may be affected

It is possible that the connection torque settings for certain steering components on the wheel/strut assembly may not be to specification. The issue will be highlighted to the driver by an increase in the play in the steering but in extreme circumstances could lead to a loss of directional control.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles check and if required retorque the steering components.

Recalled models: 2008 · 44 vehicles

R/2014/02627 Feb 2014Built 2014Fuel may leak and create fire risk

It has been established that the high pressure fuel rail pipes on the engine have not been torqued to the correct specification. This can result in poor sealing of the rail which can cause as fuel leak onto the engine. If the vaporised fuel comes into contact with a hot engine component there can be a risk of an engine bay fire.

Fix: Recall all the affected vehicles and retorque the high pressure fuel rail pipes.

Recalled models: 2008 · 148 vehicles

DVSA vehicle safety recalls (Crown copyright, Open Government Licence).

Checking a Peugeot 2008 before you buy

Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2023 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Failure rates compare this model with all cars in the same age band. Fix prices are typical independent-garage estimates.
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