Peugeot Boxer reliability

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.

Fix: Update the Instrument Panel Cluster software.

Recalled models: BOXER · 12 vehicles

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.

Fix: Update the radio software via over-the-Air.

Recalled models: BOXER · 16 vehicles

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.

Fix: Check and replace the metal Manufacturer plate.

Recalled models: BOXER · 15 vehicles

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.

Fix: Check and replace power steering hose if necessary.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 3,122 vehicles

The chrono tachograph fitted was not to the correct specification and does not meet Regulatory Requirements.

Fix: Replace the chrono tachograph manual transmission electrical harness & windshield.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 41 vehicles

Some vehicles have been produced without the required earthing connection on the protective cover of the high voltage connection box.

Fix: Check the affected vehicles and add the missing earthing connection wire between the box and the body if necessary.

Recalled models: BOXER · 10 vehicles

Affected vehicles are not fully compliant to European regulation (165/2014 + EU 799/2016) covering the �Smart Tachograph� requirements.

Fix: Replacing the tachograph gearbox and on certain vehicles the windscreen depending on the specification of the vehicle.

Recalled models: BOXER · 20 vehicles

The front hub assembly fixing on to the front suspension damper may not be correct to specification.

Fix: Check the front hub assembly and replace if required.

Recalled models: BOXER · 2,978 vehicles

The brake pipe fixings may not conform to specification

Fix: Checking and repairing these fixings and replacing any damaged pipes as necessary.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 41,911 vehicles

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.

Fix: The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque

Recalled models: BOXER · 47 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the ignition switch.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 8,915 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the identification number of the engine injectors. Where necessary replace the injectors.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 1,475 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 1 vehicles

The spare wheel winch may fail and not secure the wheel to the vehicle so allowing it to detach from the vehicle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the spare wheel winch.

Recalled models: BOXER · 13,953 vehicles

It has been identified that; with the engine switched off the side indicator repeaters do not operate when the parking lights are on.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the relevant operating software upgraded.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 24 vehicles

It has been identified that a problem may arise with the steering mechanism which can result in hardness whilst manoeuvring.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 3,594 vehicles

Some vehicles may have been fitted incorrect specification flexible brake hoses which if not checked and replaced could lead to a brake failure.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles for inspection of the flexible brake hoses and replacement if found to be out of specification.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 382 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the subject assembly strengthened.

Recalled models: BOXER III · 15 vehicles

Braking assistance could be adversely by freezing of moisture that may accumulate in the vacuum circuit.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: BOXER · 16,530 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: BOXER · 10 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: BOXER · 8,781 vehicles

The accelerator pedal may not return correctly.

Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and replace the accelerator pedal end stop.

Recalled models: BOXER · 9,490 vehicles

The handbrake adjustment system may be unreliable which will reduce its efficiency under certain conditions.

Fix: Check adjust and/or replace the brake shoe mechanisms.

Recalled models: BOXER · 2,239 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a protector and an additional grooved sleeve.

Recalled models: BOXER · 1,723 vehicles

There is a risk that the secondary handbrake cable could become detached from the rear brake mechanism causing the handbrake to become ineffective.

Fix: Check that the handbrake cable is correctly located in the rear brake mechanism. If it is not a new cable will be fitted.

Recalled models: BOXER · 75 vehicles

The fuel tank could be insecure due to the cross member carrying the fuel tank rear fixings not being to the correct specification.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles to carry out a modification to the fuel tank rear mountings.

Recalled models: BOXER · 3,210 vehicles

An incorrect load sensitive rear brake compensator may have been fitted to some boxer vehicles.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: BOXER · 130 vehicles

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.

Fix: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the brake servo replaced with a quality assured unit.

Recalled models: BOXER · 64 vehicles