Vehicle recall R/2004/087

Peugeot 206 recall: Possibility of erratic operation of the motorized throttle body

DVSA recall R/2004/087 names the Peugeot 206. It was launched 14 May 2004. DVSA does not record the build dates for this recall.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2004/087
Launched: 14 May 2004
Issued by: PEUGEOT
Manufacturer reference: X4D
Vehicles: 2,735 across the lines below

What can go wrong

The software may cause erratic operation of the motorized throttle which may result in breakage of the throttle stop. This can result in the engine reverting to limp home mode with a possible reduction in braking assistance.

The fix

Subject vehicles will be recalled and the condition eradicated by carrying out an ECU download.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Peugeot 206	not recorded	2,735

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Other recalls for these models

R/2004/082 Possibility that the rear spoiler may detach 7 May 2004, Peugeot 206
R/2004/167 Possibility that the starter motor wiring loom is incorrectly positioned 13 September 2004, Peugeot 206
R/2003/158 Service brake linkage may become disconnected 24 November 2003, Peugeot 206
R/2005/047 Possible seepage on the diesel fuel return pipe 11 April 2005, Peugeot 307, Peugeot 407, Peugeot 206
R/2002/068 Ignition key may foul steering column cowling 4 May 2002, Peugeot 206
R/2002/006 Seat belt anchorage concern. 28 February 2002, Peugeot 306, Peugeot 206

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

Recall wording is DVSA's, with capitals and punctuation tidied and American spellings such as tire, center and windshield given in British English. We list a recall when its make and model match a car or van family with at least 1,000 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2025, and when the maker of the vehicle issued it.

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