Peugeot — 508, 2008
Passenger car
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Type
- Environment
- Category
- Motor vehicles
- Hazard
- Due to a faulty software of the electronic engine control unit (ECU), an incorrect value may be given when the data are processed by the vehicle. This may result in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions above the regulatory limits. Excessive NOx emissions pose a risk to the environment.
- 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 made in 2008 may have a computer problem. The car’s brain (ECU) may give wrong numbers. This can make the car pollute more than it should.
What's happening? Peugeot has fixed the problem. They changed the software in the car’s computer. This makes sure the car does not pollute too much.
Does this affect me? This affects some Peugeot 508 cars from 2008. The cars are in France, Bulgaria, Germany, and other countries.
What should I do? Take your car to a Peugeot dealer. They will update the computer for free. Ask your dealer or a mechanic if you are not sure.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Environment · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: Due to a faulty software of the electronic engine control unit (ECU), an incorrect value may be given when the data are processed by the vehicle. This may result in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions above the regulatory limits. Excessive NOx emissions pose a risk to the environment. · Origin: France
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