Peugeot 508: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 9,415 Peugeot 508 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2010 and 2026.
In a sample of 389 cars, 64% 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 number plate light not working (properly) / missing (18.3% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 3.7% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.5% 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 |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 18.3% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 15.2% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.9% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 13.1% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 9% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.7% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 7.2% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 4.4% |
| Windscreen washer not working | 2.8% |
| Particulate filter not working properly, particle count too high | 2.6% |
Share of 389 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 | 13.4% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 8.7% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.8% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 9,415 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 3.7% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.5% |
| Used as a taxi | 1.8% |
| First registered | 2010 to 2026 |
All Peugeot 508 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 23,904 |
| 2025-10-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 92 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-09-18 | electrical system | serious | 627 |
| 2025-01-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 25 |
| 2024-12-17 | electrical system | – | 1,033 |
| 2024-08-16 | electrical system | serious | 117 |
| 2023-07-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 5,891 |
| 2023-07-10 | electrical system | – | 161 |
| 2023-07-07 | electrical system | serious | 783 |
| 2023-07-06 | electrical system | serious | 902 |
| 2023-06-09 | electrical system | serious | 113 |
| 2023-05-05 | electrical system | serious | 1,723 |
| 2023-02-21 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 355 |
| 2023-02-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 229 |
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 508 fail the APK?
In a sample of 389 cars first registered 2012–2021, 64% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Peugeot 508?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (18.3%), tyre tread depth insufficient (15.2%), tyre pressure incorrect (13.9%).
Does the Peugeot 508 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 3.7% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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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.