Passenger car Recall – EU Safety Gate

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 21, 2026

📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice

Product: Passenger car

Brand: Peugeot

Country: France

Hazards: Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance

What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.

🇪🇺 Official EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Case #SR/01584/26 |
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Recall Summary

Product Passenger car
Brand Peugeot
Country France
Case Number SR/01584/26
Hazard Chemical Risk, Non-Compliance
Source 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate

Reclia – Recall Information Database
Record ID: SR/01584/26
Date of Entry: Based on EU Safety Gate data

1. Recall Summary

The manufacturer, Peugeot, has initiated a recall of certain Passenger car models (208 V2) due to a safety defect identified in the lower suspension arm. The recall was notified by France and applies to vehicles produced between 08.07.2025 and 09.09.2025. The official recall code assigned by the company is M4R. The measure was notified by the manufacturer and involves a recall of the product from end users, with the date of entry into force being 19/05/2026.

2. Affected Products

Product: Passenger car
Brand: Peugeot
Model Name: 208 V2
Type/Model Number: e2*2007/46*0639*37, e2*2007/46*0639*36, e2*2007/46*0639*35, e2*2007/46*0639*38, g11*2018/858*00660*02
Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN): VR3UPHNKXR5176395 – VR3UPHPY3T5000166
Production Dates: 08.07.2025 – 09.09.2025
Country of Origin: France
Notifying Country: France
Batch Number: Not specified in the recall notice.
Barcode: Not specified in the recall notice.

3. Hazard Information

The recall notice identifies the risk type as “Injuries.” The specific danger is that the upper bolts on the lower suspension arm may not have been tightened correctly. This condition could cause the suspension arm to loosen, resulting in a clicking noise at the front of the vehicle. If the issue is not addressed, it could potentially lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

4. Consumer Action Required

The recall notice states that the measure is a “Recall of the product from end users.” Consumers who own an affected vehicle (within the specified VIN range and production dates) should contact an authorized Peugeot dealer to have the vehicle inspected and repaired. The recall is mandatory and is being conducted by the manufacturer. No specific instructions regarding interim driving precautions or online registration are provided in the source data.

5. Official Remedy

The official remedy is a recall of the product from end users. The type of economic operator taking the notified measure is the manufacturer. The measure involves correcting the tightening of the upper bolts on the lower suspension arm. The date of entry into force for this measure is 19/05/2026. No information regarding a refund or replacement is provided in the recall notice; the remedy is specifically a corrective repair action.

6. Contact Information

Manufacturer: Peugeot
Company Recall Code: M4R
EU Safety Gate Case Number: SR/01584/26
EU Safety Gate Reference URL: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10099013
Notifying Country Authority: France
Consumer Contact: Not specified in the recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact their local authorized Peugeot dealer for service arrangements.

Recall Timeline

  • **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
  • **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
  • **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I identify the recalled Passenger car?

A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01584/26).

Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Passenger car?

A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.

Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Passenger car?

A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.

Q: What are the health risks from this chemical hazard?

A: The recall notice identifies specific chemicals of concern. Contact a healthcare provider if you have health concerns.

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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.

Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.




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