Peugeot — 208 V2, 308 V3, Rifter, Partner, Expert
Passenger car / Passenger van. 308 V3: VIN: VR3FCYHZ3SY602929 - VR3FCYHZ5TY519195 208 V2: VIN: VR3UBYHT2S5111548 - VR3UBYHTXT5044554 RIFTER / PARTNER: VIN: VR3EBYHT6SJ893476 - VR3EDYHT7VN001551 EXPERT 4: VIN: VF3VJYHVXRU368327 - VF3VJYHV5TZ019649
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Injuries
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- The DV5R engine may experience a loss of power due to slippage of the water pump pulley. This slippage can cause misalignment of the timing belt, potentially resulting in engine shutdown. The sprocket of the water pump pulley may detach from the shaft, which can lead to the loss of parts on the road and increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
- Origin
- France
⚖️ Actions ordered by authorities
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? Peugeot cars with a DV5R engine may lose power because the water pump pulley can slip. This can make the timing belt move wrong and stop the engine.
What's happening? Peugeot has recalled some 208, 308, Rifter, Partner, and Expert cars. The water pump pulley may slip and cause engine problems.
Does this affect me? This affects cars in France, Germany, and other listed countries. Check if your car is one of these models.
What should I do? Take your car to a Peugeot dealer right away. Ask your dealer or a mechanic for help.
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🔬 Medical / technical details (for professionals)
Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The DV5R engine may experience a loss of power due to slippage of the water pump pulley. This slippage can cause misalignment of the timing belt, potentially resulting in engine shutdown. The sprocket of the water pump pulley may detach from the shaft, which can lead to the loss of parts on the road and increase the risk of accidents and injuries. · Origin: France
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