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Peugeot Traveller reliability

The Peugeot Traveller fails its MOT more often than most cars up to 5 years old: 20.7% of 589 tests failed in 2023, against 14% on average.

Up to 5 years old
20.7% failed their MOT
Worse than most
From 589 MOT tests of Peugeot Travellers this age. A small sample, so take it as a rough guide: a few cars either way can move these figures.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 2× as oftenTyre tread depth3.9% vs 1.6%Fix about £90
Fails 10× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)3.1% vs 0.3%Fix about £30
Fails 33% more oftenMechanical brake components2.4% vs 1.8%
Fails 7× as oftenTransmission1.4% vs 0.2%
Advised 81% more oftenMechanical brake components21.9% vs 12.1%
Advised 53% more oftenTyre tread depth21.7% vs 14.2%Fix about £90
6 to 10 years old
21% failed their MOT
About average
From 572 MOT tests of Peugeot Travellers this age. A small sample, so take it as a rough guide: a few cars either way can move these figures.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 4× as oftenTransmission3.3% vs 0.9%
Fails 3× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)2.8% vs 1%Fix about £30
Fails 33% more oftenWipers2.4% vs 1.8%
Fails 3× as oftenSeat belts1% vs 0.3%
Advised 45% more oftenMechanical brake components24.1% vs 16.6%
Advised 2× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)4.4% vs 2.1%Fix about £30
Safety recalls

51 DVSA recalls for the Peugeot Traveller

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/2026/00819 Dec 2025Built 2023–2025Peugeot Traveller/Expert (K0)Rifter/Partner (K9) IVI s/w via OTA update.

Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.

Fix: Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 1 vehicles

R/2025/49912 Nov 2025Built 2022–2024Peugeot Expert Traveller (K0) Low In-use performance ratio – ECM software

On affected vehicles there is an issue with the Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration which may lead to non-compliance with regulatory emission requirements.

Fix: Update the ECM calibration.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 54 vehicles

R/2025/41329 Sept 2025Built 2024Peugeot Traveller/Expert4- Rear Brake Discs.

Affected vehicles may have been equipped with rear brake discs out of specification. These brake discs have insufficient contact with the wheel hub resulting in abnormal stress concentration.

Fix: Check the rear brake discs and replace them and the brake pads if necessary.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2 vehicles

R/2025/34418 Aug 2025Built 2017–2021Emission 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: TRAVELLER · 6,298 vehicles

R/2025/2463 Jul 2025Built 2018–2022Peugeot 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: TRAVELLER · 338 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: TRAVELLER · 14 vehicles

R/2024/4564 Nov 2024Built 2024Peugeot Traveller/Expert K0 Seat Fixation

On affected vehicles there may be insufficient fixing on the 1st and/or 2nd row of seats that could potentially allow seat movement in the event of a collision

Fix: On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 22 vehicles

R/2023/1409 May 2023Built 2020–2022On 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: TRAVELLER · 29,537 vehicles

R/2023/07923 Mar 2023Built 2022Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.

Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.

Fix: Replace the steering tie rod/track rod end nut and tighten to the correct torque.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 4 vehicles

R/2022/3381 Dec 2022Built 2020–2022The fuel line could make contact with the body and lead to fuel leakage

Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.�

Fix: Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.�

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2,231 vehicles

R/2022/2418 Aug 2022Built 2022The efficiency of handbrake and service brake might be compromised

On the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised.�

Fix: Check the rear brake caliper references and replace as necessary.�

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 57 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: TRAVELLER · 16 vehicles

R/2022/12710 May 2022Built 2021Headrests on the front modular seat do not conform to the design specification

Affected vehicles may have been equipped with headrests on the front modular seat which do not conform to the design specification.

Fix: Check the conformity of the front headrests (presence of the catch); in cases of non-conformity the front headrests will be replaced.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 708 vehicles

R/2022/02931 Jan 2022Built 2015–2016Electrical harness could move from original position and weaken the harness

The rear window electrical harness could become displaced from its original position and present a potential thermal issue.

Fix: Check the routing of harness and replace the electrical harness if necessary. Add a fastening clip to ensure that the electrical harness will be maintained in its normal position.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 51 vehicles

R/2021/2628 Jul 2021Built 2021The rear spring centraliser might be welded incorrectly

The rear spring centraliser might be welded incorrectly.

Fix: Add 3 weld spots to the rear spring centralisers

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2 vehicles

R/2021/0035 Jan 2021Built 2020Vehicles affected may have a single wheel bolt on both right hand side wheels which may not have been tightened correctly

A single wheel bolt on both right-hand wheels may not be tightened to the correct tightening torque.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace wheel bolts and any other associated parts if consequential damage has occurred.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 4 vehicles

R/2021/0045 Jan 2021Built 2020Vehicles affected may have a single wheel bolt on both left hand side wheels which may not have been tightened correctly

A single wheel bolt on both left-hand wheels may not be tightened to the correct tightening torque.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace wheel bolts and any other associated parts if consequential damage has occurred.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 11 vehicles

R/2020/30928 Oct 2020Built 2019–2020A rear seat longitudinal adjustment lever may not lock properly

A rear seat longitudinal adjustment lever may not lock properly.

Fix: Check affected seat frames and replacing them if necessary.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 11 vehicles

R/2020/2812 Oct 2020Built 2019–2020Exhaust system is not equipped with correct catalytic convertor

Affected Vehicles have been fitted with an exhaust system which is not correct to specification

Fix: Install correct exhaust system catalytic convertor.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 1 vehicles

R/2019/43527 Mar 2020Built 2018–2019One or more fixations of the seatbelts and one ground cable may not be tightened correctly

The tightening of the seat belt fixings and of certain earth cables may not conform to specification

Fix: Tightening of the seat belt fixings and of certain earth cables.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 127 vehicles

R/2019/43127 Mar 2020Built 2016–2019Fuel tubes under body may become damaged over time

The fuel pipes under the body may have been damaged over time due to a relative movement between these pipes and their surroundings.

Fix: Check the condition of the fuel pipes and replacing them if necessary. New protection will be fitted on all vehicles to prevent this damage in the future.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 22,882 vehicles

R/2019/42527 Mar 2020Built 2016–2019The rear brake hoses may have been damaged due to movement between these hoses and a clip

The rear brake hoses may have been damaged over time due to inappropriate movement between these hoses and a clip.

Fix: Check the condition of the rear left-hand and right-hand brake hoses and replacing them if necessary. A new retaining clip is fitted on all vehicles to prevent this relative movement.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 21,217 vehicles

R/2019/43827 Mar 2020Built 2018–2019One or more fixations of the seatbelts lower bolts may not be tightened correctly

The tightening and positioning of the seat belt lower bolts may be incorrect.

Fix: This campaign consists of checking and if necessary correcting both the position of the bolt and the tightening torque of all of the lower fixings of the seat belts.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 4,485 vehicles

R/2019/43327 Mar 2020Built 2019Non-conformity of the rear brake calipers

A non-conformity of the rear brake callipers could reduce the efficiency of the parking brake.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the callipers

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 134 vehicles

R/2020/07827 Mar 2020Built 2019Tightening of rear suspension fixings may not be to specification

The tightening of some rear suspension fixings may not be correct to specification.

Fix: Correcting some tightening torques and replacing some nuts and bolts.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 1 vehicles

R/2020/07027 Mar 2020Built 2019Possible non conformity of seals in front wheel arches could lead to water ingress into certain electronic units

Possible non-conformity of certain seals in the front wheel arches could lead to water ingress into the passenger compartment.

Fix: Resealing these areas checking for the presence of water in the passenger compartment and replacing certain components in the interior if required.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 916 vehicles

R/2020/09227 Mar 2020Built 2019The rear brake hose may become damaged over time due to movement between the hose and holding clip

There is a possibility that the rear brake hose may become damaged due to relative movement between the hose and the holding clip.

Fix: Check the condition of the left and right rear brake hoses and replace them if necessary.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 4 vehicles

R/2019/4295 Feb 2020Built 2019Certain seals in the front wheel arches may not be correct to specification

Certain seals in the front wheel arches may not be correct to specification and may cause water ingress into the passenger compartment

Fix: Resealing these areas checking for the presence of water in the passenger compartment and replacing certain components in the interior if required

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 3 vehicles

R/2019/25815 Aug 2019Built 2015–2019If the front centre passenger seating position is occupied the front outer passenger seat belt could release

There is a risk of inadvertent release to the front outer passenger seat belt.

Fix: Modifying the central seat buckle with foam and heat-shrinkable protective tubing

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 16,828 vehicles

R/2019/1469 May 2019Built 2015–2019The front suspension may not be correct to specification

Possible slackening of the front wishbone ball joint.

Fix: Increasing the tightening torque of the ball joint and adding thread lock if the ball joint threads are found to be rusty or loose the ball joint will be replaced

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 10,936 vehicles

R/2019/0301 Feb 2019Built 2016–2018The rear suspension wishbone mounting bolts may not be correct to specification

The rear suspension wishbone mountings bolts may not be correct to specification.

Fix: Replacement of the rear suspension wishbone bolts.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 326 vehicles

R/2019/0261 Feb 2019Built 2015–2018Excessive loading of front suspension could result in the loosening of the front wishbone lower ball joints

Excessive loading of the front suspension could result in the loosening of the front wishbone lower ball joints.

Fix: Increasing the tightening torque of the ball joint and adding thread lock to the ball joint threads if the ball joint threads are found to be rusty the ball joint will be replaced.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2,942 vehicles

R/2019/0281 Feb 2019Under certain driving conditions the air conditioning compressor pulley could break

The air conditioning compressor pulley could break and damage other components.

Fix: Replace the air conditioning compressor pulley and if necessary the protective cover.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2,643 vehicles

R/2019/0341 Feb 2019Built 2016–2018The steering rack assembly may not be correct to specification

The steering rack assembly may not be correct to specification.

Fix: Replace the steering rack assembly and the fixings.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 14 vehicles

R/2019/0321 Feb 2019Built 2016–2018The fixing bolt of the front suspension wishbone may not be correct to specification

The fixing bolt of the front Suspension wishbone may not be correct to specification.

Fix: Replace the fixing bolts and nuts of the front suspension wishbones.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 21 vehicles

R/2018/19224 Jul 2018Built 2016–2018Cooling system strategy could overheat the engine.

The cooling system strategy and the maximum temperature alert could cause the engine to overheat this may cause an oil leak from the sump drain cap. Due to the incorrect operation of the warning system there is no driver alert.

Fix: The remedy involves downloading new engine management software.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 841 vehicles

R/2018/18519 Jul 2018Built 2018Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened

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: TRAVELLER · 47 vehicles

R/2018/0033 Jan 2018Built 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: TRAVELLER · 314 vehicles

R/2017/26514 Sept 2017Built 2015–2016Starter motor supply wiring harness may become damaged

The positioning of the starter supply terminal may be incorrect. This may allow it to foul other components and cause a short circuit.

Fix: On affected vehicles check the positioning of the terminal and correct it if necessary.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 16 vehicles

R/2017/22218 Jul 2017Built 2016Starter relay may overheat

Possible non-compliance of an internal component of the starter control relay could cause damage by overheating. This could cause unintended operation of the starter motor and in extreme instances; there is a risk of fire.

Fix: On affected vehicles check and if necessary replace the relay

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 84 vehicles

R/2017/18419 Jun 2017Built 2016–2017Air conditioning compressor support mountings may not be to specification

The tightness of one of the air conditioning compressor support mountings may not be correct to specification. This will result in an abnormal noise and possibility of the compressor becoming insecure

Fix: On affected vehicles check the tightness of the support; where necessary the support will be replaced.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 1,326 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: TRAVELLER · 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: TRAVELLER · 13 vehicles

R/2017/06422 Feb 2017Built 2016Wheel may detach

It has been identified that the wheel bolts may not have been tightened to the correct specification. The driver may experience a vibration through the steering wheel. However it not rectified there is a risk that the wheels may become damaged over time or the wheel could in extreme cases could detach from the vehicle whilst driving. This could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check the tightness of the road wheel bolts and rectify as necessary. In certain cases the replacement of the bolt(s) and wheel(s) may be necessary.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 42 vehicles

R/2017/06222 Feb 2017Built 2016Fuel may leak around fuel filler neck

It has been identified that the fuel filler neck assembly may not have been correctly installed at production. This can therefore result in a fuel leak from around the fuel filler area if the fuel tank is filled to maxumum or can fuel leak if the vehicle rolls over..

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check fuel filler neck and rework/rectify if required.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 58 vehicles

R/2017/07222 Feb 2017Built 2016Steering bolts may be tightened incorrectly

Incorrect assembly of the steering rack which could cause the loss of the mechanical link between the steering pinion valve and the steering rack during parking manoeuvres at full lock.

Fix: Check affected vehicles and where necessary replace the steering rack.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2 vehicles

R/2017/07422 Feb 2017Built 2016Reduction in braking effort due to air in the servo

The tightening torque of one of the nuts of the connection between the brake servo unit and the brake pedal may be not correct to specification. This may allow air to enter the servo

Fix: Check servo security and where necessary replace the brake servo unit

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 5 vehicles

R/2017/06822 Feb 2017Built 2015–2016Unexpected airbag deployment

It has been identified that due to a possible non-conformity of certain seals on the vehicle�s body there is the possibility that water can enter the passenger compartment of the vehicle. The occupants should experience either wet carpets and or a possible damp smell. However the ingress of water into the cabin could affect the electrical operation of the airbag module which could lead to an unexpected deployment of the airbag.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to add additional sealant to the body interfaces and if required to replace any interior components damaged by the water ingress.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 100 vehicles

R/2017/05922 Feb 2017Built 2016Reduction in braking effort due to air in the servo

The bolts retaining the front shock absorber could come loose. This may adversely affect the steering control of the vehicle.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the front shock absorber retaining bolts.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 2 vehicles

R/2017/06122 Feb 2017Built 2015–2016Unexpected airbag deployment

On the affected vehicles a possible nonconformity of certain seals on the vehicle�s body could lead to water ingress in the passenger compartment. This may affect the operation of the passenger air bag. Unintended deployment is possible.

Fix: On affected vehicles add extra sealant and replace wet or water damaged components.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 1,312 vehicles

R/2017/06622 Feb 2017Built 2016Malfunctions in electrical systems

It has been identified that some ground connections of the cabin wiring harness and the fixings of the airbag control unit may not be to specification. This issue or non-compliance could cause erratic malfunctions of certain electrical equipment even in very rare cases causing the engine to cut-off or airbags malfunction.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check tightness of the ground connections and airbag control unit fixings. If required these will need rectification.

Recalled models: TRAVELLER · 1 vehicles

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

Checking a Peugeot Traveller 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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