Peugeot e-208 Recall SR/01450/25: Loss of Propulsion Fix (2022-2023 Builds)

If you own a Peugeot e-208 built between 17 May 2022 and 13 March 2023, your car may be covered by recall SR/01450/25 — a control-software fault that can leave "Ready" mode unavailable after start-up, cut acceleration power, or stop the motor while you are driving. The recall was logged as RAPEX Safety Gate Alert 16/2025 and covers 23,704 vehicles worldwide across the 208 II, 2008 II, Rifter, Partner, Traveller and Expert range fitted with a high-voltage battery — not every car built in that window is necessarily affected, so the first step is always a VIN check with Peugeot.

A note on an earlier, incorrect version of this article: this page previously stated a build window of 3 March 2020 – 29 July 2022 under a reference "r2024176". Neither figure is correct for this defect. R/2024/176 (listed in some databases as r2024176) is a real but separate UK-listed recall titled "MCU software," covering about 445 cars built 11 December 2023 – 21 February 2024. Its defect is published by the DVSA: incorrect Motor Control Unit (MCU) calibration may result in a loss of propulsion while driving, and the remedy is to update the MCU calibration. If your e-208 falls in that later window, ask your dealer about R/2024/176 as well as MV4 / SR/01450/25.

What the recall covers

SR/01450/25 is logged against the vehicle's control software — the recall's notified Safety Gate record describes it as software governing engine stability and telemetry transmission malfunctioning in a way that can prevent "Ready" mode from becoming available after the car is started, cause a loss of acceleration power, or cut the motor out while the car is being driven.

We have not found a public source that lays out the internal fault mechanism (e.g. exactly which sensor or subsystem misreads what) in more technical detail than that. If your dealer describes a specific root cause when they scan your VIN, that explanation is more current and more precise than anything in this article.

Because the defect is software-based, the fix is very likely a software update carried out by the dealer — that is how the large majority of recalls in this category are resolved, and it matches how Peugeot describes similar campaigns elsewhere. The Safety Gate record lists the measure only as a recall from end users and does not publish a job time for MV4. For comparison, the closely-related Stellantis traction-battery software campaign (German KBA reference 012475, code MDY) is documented as a diagnostic-tool software update of about 30 minutes, and the UK campaigns R/2025/120 and R/2024/176 are published as a Battery Monitoring Unit software update and an MCU calibration update respectively. Expect a software update of well under an hour, and ask your dealer to confirm when you book.

Which cars are affected

The recall covers Peugeot 208 II, 2008 II, Rifter, Partner, Traveller and Expert models fitted with a high-voltage battery, each with its own build window: 208 17 May 2022 – 13 March 2023; 2008 28 May 2022 – 7 February 2023; Rifter and Partner 10 May 2022 – 31 March 2023; Traveller and Expert 11 July 2022 – 2 March 2023. For the 208 range that means the e-208 (fully electric) — the recall record does not single out the e-208 by name, it groups it with other Stellantis models sharing the same high-voltage architecture. 23,704 vehicles are affected worldwide across all of those models combined, so the e-208-specific number is smaller.

Not every car built in the window is necessarily affected — Peugeot's own remedy advice is to check with an authorised dealer or workshop using your VIN, because the fault does not apply to every vehicle produced during that period. Cars built outside your model's window are not covered by this specific recall — for the e-208 that window is 17 May 2022 – 13 March 2023.

The recall does not apply to 1.2 PureTech petrol or diesel 208 cars — it is limited to vehicles fitted with a high-voltage battery. If your 208 or 2008 was built July 2019 – November 2022 and you see engine-cut symptoms, you are more likely looking at the separate AC compressor recall R/2023/140.

How to check if your e-208 is on the list

1. Peugeot SA online recall tool — peugeot.co.za/owners/maintain-your-car/recall.html. Enter your 17-character VIN.
2. Call Peugeot SA on 0860 738 472 — quote your VIN and ask about Peugeot campaign code MV4 (the EU regulator files the same campaign as Safety Gate alert SR/01450/25). If your car was built December 2023 – February 2024, also ask about UK campaign R/2024/176.
3. Any authorised Peugeot dealer — service advisors can pull the VIN against the recall database and tell you definitively whether your specific car is affected.

What Peugeot does under the recall

Once your VIN is confirmed as affected, the dealer connects to the Stellantis diagnostic platform, identifies the fault against your car's software version, and carries out the manufacturer-specified fix — expected to be a software update given the nature of the defect, though we have not independently verified the exact procedure for SR/01450/25. Recall repairs are, by definition, free to the vehicle owner.

If your e-208 has already had a loss-of-drive event and is stranded, Peugeot Assist (included with your service plan) covers flatbed towing to the nearest dealer. Do not continue driving a car that has lost propulsion or acceleration power — the fault can re-trigger.

What if your build date is outside the recall window

If your e-208 was built before 17 May 2022 or after 13 March 2023, SR/01450/25 does not apply to it. Cars built 11 December 2023 – 21 February 2024 may fall under the separate R/2024/176 "MCU software" campaign instead — its published defect is an incorrect Motor Control Unit (MCU) calibration that may result in a loss of propulsion while driving, remedied by updating the MCU calibration.

There are two further campaigns covering loss of drive on this car, and your dealer can check all of them against your VIN in one go. Peugeot campaign MDY (German KBA reference 012475, February 2023) covers model-year 2022 e-208, e-2008, e-Partner and e-Rifter for a traction-battery control unit calibration fault that can shut the motor down — the fix is a software update of roughly 30 minutes. UK campaign R/2025/120 (March 2025) covers cars built 26 July – 30 November 2022 for a Battery Monitoring Unit software error, remedied by a BMU software update. Separately, e-208s built 15 January – 20 June 2020 fall under campaign KQJ for a possible short circuit in the battery under the front bonnet — a fire risk rather than a propulsion fault, but worth checking on any early car.

If your VIN falls in the SR/01450/25 window but the tool returns "no open campaigns," a few possibilities: the recall has already been actioned by a previous owner (check the VIN history at any dealer), your specific car was not among the vehicles the fault applies to (the manufacturer's own advice is that it does not affect every car built in the window), or the SA database has a lag for imported VINs — confirm with Peugeot SA directly rather than relying on the online tool alone.

Other e-208 electrical work in SA?

The recall fix itself is a dealer-only, no-charge repair — there is no aftermarket alternative. But we do stock chargers, charging cables, 12V auxiliary batteries, fuses and wiring components for the e-208 at SA prices. Send your VIN and the symptom and we will tell you whether your fault is recall-related or a separate parts issue.

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Symptoms to watch for

The recall's notified Safety Gate record describes three core symptoms: "Ready" mode unavailable after starting, a loss of acceleration power, and the motor cutting out while driving. Owner reports on the Speak EV and 208 Owners Club forums describe further electrical warnings around the same period; those threads now sit behind a paywall, so treat the list below as owner-reported rather than official:

• "Ready" mode unavailable after pressing the start button — car powers on but will not arm the drive system
• Sudden loss of acceleration while driving — pedal response drops off unexpectedly
• Motor cuts out without warning at speed — car coasts, power steering typically still works briefly
• Dashboard electrical or fault warnings around the same time as the above

If you have had even one of these events, do not continue driving on motorways or in heavy traffic. Get the car to a Peugeot dealer and have your VIN checked.

e-208 charging infrastructure in SA is still developing. If your car strands out of range of the dealer network (Free State, Karoo, Northern Cape), Peugeot Assist will tow flatbed but it can be a multi-hour wait. Book a VIN check before your next long-distance trip, not after.

Related Peugeot recall guides

You can also browse our full Peugeot 208 parts catalogue, including wiring harness and ECU/PCM categories for non-recall electrical work.

Frequently asked questions

How do I check if my e-208 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at peugeot.co.za/owners/maintain-your-car/recall.html. You can also call Peugeot SA on 0860 738 472 with your VIN and ask about Peugeot campaign code MV4 (filed by the EU regulator as Safety Gate alert SR/01450/25), or walk in to any authorised Peugeot dealer.

Does the e-208 propulsion-loss recall apply in South Africa?

We could not find a South African NCC or Peugeot SA record confirming SR/01450/25 has been actioned locally — that claim is unverified, not confirmed. If your car was built between 17 May 2022 and 13 March 2023, the reliable way to find out is a VIN check with Peugeot SA on 0860 738 472 or the online recall tool.

How much does the recall repair cost?

Recall repairs carry no charge to the vehicle owner once your VIN is confirmed as affected. We have not independently verified every detail of the repair procedure for SR/01450/25 — confirm the specifics with your dealer when you book.

What happens if I ignore this recall?

The defect can make "Ready" mode unavailable, cut acceleration power, or stop the motor while driving, without warning. At speed this is a crash risk; at low speed it can strand you in traffic. Get your VIN checked rather than waiting for a symptom to appear.

Can I sell my e-208 if it has an outstanding recall?

You can, but you should disclose it. Section 55 of the SA Consumer Protection Act implies a warranty of quality, and selling a car with an undisclosed open safety recall exposes you to liability. The simpler path is to have your VIN checked and, if affected, book the free repair before listing the car.

My e-208 has already lost drive once — is it safe to drive to the dealer?

Treat a repeat event as possible at any time. If you can do so safely, have the car towed rather than driven — Peugeot Assist roadside cover (included with your service plan) covers flatbed towing to the nearest authorised dealer.

Get your e-208 sorted

Start with a VIN check — it is free and it is the only way to know for certain whether campaign MV4 / SR/01450/25 (or the separate R/2024/176 campaign) applies to your car. If you need other e-208 parts (12V auxiliary battery, charging cable, fuses, suspension or brake work), send us your VIN and we will source what you need.

Sources

1. Peugeot 208 II, 2008 II, Rifter, Partner, Traveller, Expert — RAPEX recall record — French government consumer-recall register (the primary published record for this alert, with the per-model build windows)
2. Peugeot 208 recall SR/01450/25 — loss of propulsion, builds 17 May 2022 – 13 March 2023 — Car-Recalls.eu, aggregator of the Safety Gate record
3. Peugeot 208 recall list, including the separate r2024176 "MCU software" campaign (builds 11 Dec 2023 – 21 Feb 2024) — Autoinsider (UK DVSA-sourced)
4. e-208 latest software update failure — owners — Speak EV owner thread
5. Peugeot e-208 charging issue — Speak EV — Speak EV
6. Disappointing e208 battery range — 208 Owners Club — 208 Owners Club

Important Disclaimer

This article summarises publicly available recall information from RAPEX/Safety Gate alerts, UK DVSA-sourced recall records and owner forums as of August 2026. An earlier version of this article stated an incorrect build window and recall reference for this defect; it has been corrected to match the recall's own published record (SR/01450/25, Peugeot campaign code MV4; the 17 May 2022 – 13 March 2023 window is the one published for the 208). We have not been able to verify whether this recall has been formally actioned in South Africa, or verify every detail of the repair procedure — always confirm your specific car's status by VIN at peugeot.co.za or by calling Peugeot SA customer care on 0860 738 472 before relying on any information here. Pro Peugeot Spares is an independent parts supplier and is not affiliated with Stellantis or Peugeot South Africa.