Peugeot 308: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 62,062 Peugeot 308 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2007 and 2026.
In a sample of 398 cars, 67.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (22.4% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 15.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.1% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 22.4% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 21.6% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.1% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 10.6% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 7.5% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 7% |
| Exhaust not gas-tight / exhaust gases discharged unsafely | 5.8% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 5.5% |
| Tyre damaged | 5% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 4.3% |
Share of 398 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 16.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 8.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 1.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 62,062 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 15.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.1% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.2% |
| First registered | 2007 to 2026 |
All Peugeot 308 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-20 | electrical system | serious | 0 |
| 2026-06-09 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 2,268 |
| 2026-04-30 | electrical system | – | 1,829 |
| 2026-03-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 31 |
| 2026-02-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 13 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-09-16 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 21,423 |
| 2025-09-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 14,788 |
| 2025-06-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,708 |
| 2025-06-24 | other | – | 1,202 |
| 2025-05-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 0 |
| 2025-02-21 | electrical system | – | 3,254 |
| 2025-01-31 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 1 |
| 2024-10-16 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 108 |
| 2024-01-23 | electrical system | – | 87 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Peugeot 308 fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 67.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Peugeot 308?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (22.4%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (21.6%), tyre pressure incorrect (13.1%).
Does the Peugeot 308 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 15.5% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Peugeot models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.