Peugeot Boxer: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 2,525 Peugeot Boxer cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1994 and 2026.
In a sample of 395 cars, 80% 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 (19% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 11 recalls for this model; 4.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3.5% 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 |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 19% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 18.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 17.2% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 15.2% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 13.4% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 10.6% |
| Excessive leak of other fluids | 8.6% |
| Tyre damaged | 7.1% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 6.8% |
| Airbag/seatbelt warning indicates a fault | 5.6% |
Share of 395 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 | 10.9% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 7.1% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 6.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 6.3% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 2,525 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 4.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3.5% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.1% |
| First registered | 1994 to 2026 |
All Peugeot Boxer passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | lights | – | 1,569 |
| 2026-02-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-09-18 | brakes | – | 317 |
| 2024-02-01 | steering | serious | 572 |
| 2023-07-20 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 5,891 |
| 2021-04-22 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 113 |
| 2018-07-23 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 44 |
| 2016-02-11 | electrical system | serious | 783 |
| 2015-03-09 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 168 |
| 2012-12-03 | bodywork | serious | 2,760 |
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 Boxer fail the APK?
In a sample of 395 cars first registered 2012–2021, 80% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Peugeot Boxer?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (19%), tyre pressure incorrect (18.5%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (17.2%).
Does the Peugeot Boxer have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 11 recalls. 4.6% 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.