Peugeot 3008 & 508 Rear Suspension Bolts Recall (R/2020/052) Explained

If you own a Peugeot 3008 or 508 (Mk2) built between October 2019 and January 2020, a batch of rear-suspension fixing bolts on your car may have left the factory out of specification. Under load they can crack and ultimately fail. The DVSA launched recall R/2020/052 on 25 February 2020 to replace those bolts before failure occurs. The recall is still listed as open on the UK DVSA register; whether a given South African car is flagged is a VIN question.

What the recall covers

A batch of rear-suspension fixing bolts left the factory not conforming to specification. The published records do not say which property was out of spec, only that the bolts could break in service. The French Safety Gate notification (A12/01037/20) puts the consequence plainly: some fixing screws in the rear axle could break, resulting in the rear wheels giving way and a loss of control over the vehicle.

Under R/2020/052 a Peugeot dealer removes the suspect bolts and fits new bolts made to the correct specification. Fasteners of this type are normally replaced rather than reused, so the dealer fits new bolts even if the originals look fine. The published records do not state a job time — ask the dealer to confirm the booking when you call.

Which cars are affected

R/2020/052 covers Peugeot 3008 (Mk2 SUV) and Peugeot 508 (Mk2 fastback and SW estate) built between 12 October 2019 and 15 January 2020 — a tight three-month production window. Those are the UK DVSA dates; the French Safety Gate notification for the 508 II cites a slightly different window (4 November 2019 – 18 January 2020), because build windows on a batch recall vary by market and plant. Treat the dates as a guide and let the VIN decide. Most 2019-registered 3008 and 508 cars in SA are outside the recall, but a slice of cars registered in early to mid 2020 fall inside it.

The recall does NOT apply to Mk1 508 cars (2011-2018), Mk1 3008 (2009-2016), cars built before 12 October 2019 or after 15 January 2020, or other Peugeot models (208, 2008, 308, 5008).

How to check if your car is on the list

The recall remains open in 2026 — Stellantis does not close active safety campaigns until uptake plateaus.

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 recall R/2020/052.
3. Any authorised Peugeot dealer — service advisors can pull the VIN against the recall database.

What Peugeot does for free under the recall

The dealer lifts the car on the hoist, removes the suspect rear-axle fixing bolts, fits new bolts made to the correct specification, and documents the campaign as complete on the VIN history. No other suspension components are touched under the recall — bushes, drop links and dampers are quoted as separate work if needed.

What if you are outside the recall window

If your 3008 or 508 is outside the October 2019 – January 2020 window but the rear end knocks over bumps anyway, the bolts are unlikely to be the cause. Usual suspects past 80,000 km in SA pricing:

• Rear anti-roll bar drop links — R 600 – R 1,500 per side fitted
• Rear subframe bushes — R 2,500 – R 4,500 fitted (specialist work)
• Rear shock-absorber top mounts — R 1,200 – R 2,200 per side fitted
• Worn rear lower control-arm bushes — R 1,800 – R 3,800 per side fitted

Intermittent knock on cornering only? Start with drop links. Constant on every bump? Expect bushes or shocks. A four-wheel alignment is essential after any rear-end work — budget another R 650.

Need rear suspension parts outside the recall window?

If your VIN is not covered by R/2020/052 but the rear end is knocking, we stock OEM and quality aftermarket drop links, rear control arms, subframe bushes, shock absorbers and top mounts for Peugeot 3008 and 508 (Mk2) at SA prices. Send your VIN and we will identify the right parts for your build.

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Symptoms to watch for

The recall is precautionary and the published notices list no symptoms at all — most affected cars show nothing before the bolts are replaced. These are general rear-suspension warning signs worth mentioning to the dealer, not published recall symptoms:

• A dull knock or clunk from the rear under acceleration or over bumps
• Visible play in the rear-axle mountings when the car is jacked off the ground
• Vague rear-end steering at speed — the car "wanders" on the motorway
• Uneven rear tyre wear that does not match alignment specs

SA roads are harder on suspension than UK roads — pothole density, speed bumps, gravel — so an out-of-spec bolt has a harder life here. If your 3008 or 508 falls in the build window, prioritise the VIN check before your next long road trip.

Related Peugeot recall guides

You can also browse our full Peugeot 3008 parts and Peugeot 508 parts catalogues, or jump to suspension control arms and bushings for related work.

Frequently asked questions

How do I check if my Peugeot 3008 or 508 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 recall R/2020/052, or walk in to any authorised Peugeot dealer.

Does the R/2020/052 recall apply in South Africa?

Possibly — it depends on your VIN, and you must check rather than assume. R/2020/052 is a UK DVSA campaign covering 78 vehicles there, with matching EU Safety Gate alerts notified by Germany and France; we found no published South African recall notice for it, and it does not appear on the National Consumer Commission's recall register. Peugeot dealers work off the manufacturer's VIN database rather than a country register, so the only reliable answer is a VIN check at an authorised Peugeot SA dealer or on peugeot.co.za. If your VIN is flagged, the work is free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

How much does the rear suspension bolt recall cost?

R0. The bolts and labour are both free. Other rear-end wear (drop links, bushes, shocks) is quoted separately — not covered by the recall.

What happens if I ignore the rear suspension recall?

Under repeated load the under-spec bolts can fracture. A broken rear-axle bolt while driving shifts the rear suspension geometry unpredictably and can cause loss of control. SA's pothole-heavy roads are harder on suspension than UK conditions.

Can I sell my Peugeot if it has an outstanding recall?

You can, but disclose it. If you are selling privately, the Consumer Protection Act's quality provisions do not generally apply — the Act defines a "transaction" as one by a person acting in the ordinary course of business — but deliberately concealing a known safety defect can still land you in trouble under ordinary contract law. If you are trading the car in or selling through a dealer, section 56's implied warranty of quality does apply to that dealer's onward sale. Either way, the simpler path is to book the free recall fix before you list the car.

Will the recall affect my insurance or roadworthy?

Not directly. An open recall does not invalidate roadworthy or insurance. But insurers may decline a claim if a known safety-critical defect contributed to a loss and the owner failed to action a free recall.

Get your 3008 or 508 sorted

If the recall applies, book the bolt replacement. It is the easiest call you will make this year — free, with no parts to buy; ask the dealer to confirm the booking time. If you are outside the recall window and the rear end is knocking on bumps, send us your VIN and the symptom and we will source the right drop links, bushes or dampers for your specific build. We stock for every 3008 and 508 on SA roads.

Sources

1. Recall PEUGEOT R/2020/052 — Rear Suspension Fixing Bolts (UK DVSA) — Car-Recalls.co.uk, a third-party mirror of the DVSA recall feed
2. Used Peugeot 508 Reliability (rear suspension bolts recall) — What Car?
3. Suspension noise on Peugeot 508 — owner thread — Peugeot Forums (tollbit-gated)
4. Peugeot 3008 GOV.UK vehicle recalls register — UK Government recall search
5. Peugeot 508 carbycar problems — Honest John

Important Disclaimer

This article summarises publicly available recall information from the UK DVSA, Stellantis communications and owner forums as of July 2026. Recall scope, build dates and remedy details are subject to change by the manufacturer. 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. Pricing for out-of-recall replacement parts is indicative SA market range and may vary by region, dealer and component condition. Pro Peugeot Spares is an independent parts supplier and is not affiliated with Stellantis or Peugeot South Africa.