Peugeot 207: known faults of the chassis, steering and brakes according to L'argus

Engine / equipment

Peugeot 207, all engines

Period mentioned

2006–2014

Symptoms

Front axle noise; ABS/ESP light on; Heavy steering (up to 05/12/2007); Steering column out of adjustment (up to 01/06/2008); Steering warning light on (from 04/01/2010 to 31/01/2013); Knocking at the front right (up to 26/01/2014)

Possible cause described

According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Front axle noise: Shock absorber top mount (up to 01/07/2007) or torque rod (up to 19/08/2009). 2) ABS/ESP light on: ABS control unit (up to 10/09/2007) or ABS/ESP unit. 3) Heavy steering (up to 05/12/2007): Steering rack. 4) Steering column out of adjustment (up to 01/06/2008): Column to be replaced. 5) Steering warning light on (from 04/01/2010 to 31/01/2013): Power steering motor. 6) Knocking at the front right (up to 26/01/2014): Engine mount to be replaced.

Check for the garage

Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.

Cost cited in the source

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database