Recalls: Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon
Peugeot D2 407: towing ring reinforcement
In April 2005, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon vehicles for the fitting of a strengthener plate to the removable towing ring rear support (PRA 2005/7651). The affected vehicles were in the following VIN ranges:
- VF36DRHRH21127480 to VF36DRHRH21127641;
- VF36DXFVJ21031415 to VF36DXFVJ21056422;
- VF36DXFVJ21056424 to VF36DXFVJ21058404; and,
- VF36DXFVJ21058406 to VF36DXFVJ21068639.
Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon: inadvertent operation of the start motor
In November 2005, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon vehicles due to inadvertent operation of the start motor (PRA 2005/8159).
2005-06 Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon: intermittent hard starting
In May 2006, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon vehicles manufactured from November 2005 to February 2006 due to intermittent hard starting/stalling problems and illumination of the ‘check engine’ light (PRA 2006/8484).
Peugeot D2 407 Diesel: restricted fuel flow
In December 2006, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon vehicles fitted with the DT17 turbo-diesel engine. For these vehicles, an excess of material in the diesel fuel return pipe could restrict the flow of fuel back to the tank (PRA 2006/8918).
Peugeot D2 407 2.0 HDi or 3.0 V6: cooling fan motor could overheat
In February 2007, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles fitted with either the 2.0-litre turbo-diesel DW10 engine or the 3.0-litre V6 ES9A petrol engine. For these models, there was a risk of vehicle overheating or, in rare cases, extreme overheating of the cooling fan motor causing fire (PRA 2007/9022).
Peugeot D2 407 Diesel: potential loss of power braking assistance #1
In March 2008, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles fitted with the DT17 turbo-diesel engine. For these vehicles, the incorrect position of the check valve could lead to a leakage of oil into the brake servo, causing damage to the membrane of the brake servo and cause deterioration in braking assistance (PRA 2008/9866, PRA 2008/9867).
Peugeot D2 407 Diesel: potential loss of power braking assistance #2
In October 2009, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles fitted with the DT17 turbo-diesel engine. For the affected vehicles, an air vent pipe was to be fitted in the vacuum circuit to prevent deterioration in braking assistance over a period of time (PRA 2009/11183).
Peugeot D2 407: potential loss of power braking assistance #1
In July 2008, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles to change a component within the vacuum pump in the brake assistance circuit. The component may have had a manufacturing non-conformity (or defect) which, over time, could alter the level of braking assistance (PRA 2008/10136, PRA 2008/10137).
2006-09 Peugeot D2 407: potential loss of power braking assistance #2
In March 2011, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles manufactured from December 2006 to September 2009. In these vehicles, a manufacturing defect in the valve on the vacuum pump in the brake assistance circuit could alter the vehicle’s braking distance. For the VINs of the vehicles affected, please see PRA 2011/12394.
2008 Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon: replacement of engine relay unit
In December 2008, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles manufactured from February 2008 to June 2008 due to the engine relay unit being incorrectly specified and therefore vulnerable to deterioration over time. This could cause operating faults and, potentially, the failure of other equipment (PRA 2008/10531).
Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon: damage to wiring harness
In May 2010, a recall was issued for Peugeot D2 407 vehicles due to a condition in which the wiring harness could come into contact with the cooling fan blade, causing damage to the harness. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2010/11657.
Problems and faults: Peugeot D2 407
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Peugeot D2 407: clunking noises from front suspension
For the Peugeot 407, clunking noises from the front of the vehicle may be due to wear of the front suspension ball joints. For early models, however, the front wheel hub lower bearings were also susceptible to premature wear.
Peugeot 407 Diesel: throttle butterflies and ‘limp home’ mode
For Peugeot D2 407 vehicles with 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engines, the vehicle could enter ‘limp home’ mode due to premature wear of the throttle butterflies which could cause them to stick on their spindles. The throttle position sensor would identify this problem and direct the ECU to enter ‘limp home’ mode.
Problems and faults: Peugeot D2 407 sedan and wagon
- The power steering hose could deteriorate and was susceptible to leaking.
- The tyre pressure sensors were susceptible to corrosion.
- For early turbo-diesel models, the clutch could shudder due to wear in the internal damper of the dual mass flywheel.
