1989 Peugeot 405
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1989 Peugeot 405. Newest first.
A gradual deterioration of the headlight plastic lens occurs.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Reduced lighting from the lens can cause visibility problems increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace both front headlight assemblies.
The fuel supply line can come in contact with a high voltage ignition lead in the engine compartment, causing deterioration of the fuel line over time. The deterioration of the fuel line could result in a fuel leak in the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leaked in the engine compartment could result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Dealers will replace three fuel lines, clamps and mounting clips in the engine compartment and reroute the fuel supply system to avoid contact with the high voltage ignition lead.
Fuel leakage exceeds the requirements of fmvss 301 in a rear barrier crash.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Vehicles would not comply with fmvss 301.
Remedy
Install protective buffers; relocate fuel pump and filer to assure compliance.
There may be electrical interference between passive belt motor and electronic control unit.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Passive belt system may not operate correctly at alltimes which could cause more serious injuries to the wearer of the belt.
Remedy
Repair passive belt system to assure proper operation.
Information regarding child restraints was omitted from the owners manual.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This omission results in noncompliance with fmvss 210.
Remedy
Send missing page to owners to be placed in their vehicle owners manual.
Owner complaints
4 complaints2 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
Both driver and passenger safety belts do not retract when pulled from housing. *ak the consumer states that the seat belt's haven't been working since the purchase of the vehicle. the consumer has tried several times to have them repaired. there was a recall in 1996 in which she thought they…
Both driver and passenger safety belts do not retract when pulled from housing. *ak the consumer states that the seat belt's haven't been working since the purchase of the vehicle. the consumer has tried several times to have them repaired. there was a recall in 1996 in which she thought they would remedy the problem. the consumer would like the effectiveness of this recall, and said that the only reason she noticed the problem when placing an infant car seat in the passenger seat. *scc
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Underhood fire broke out, totalling the vehicle. please provide further details. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
I purchased this used vehicle from a private party in new jersey. When I filed the forms to get a new hampshire title, it was discovered that the vehicle had been salvaged (which explains why I had so many subsequent problems). Do I have any legal recourse since the owner never disclosed this…
I purchased this used vehicle from a private party in new jersey. When I filed the forms to get a new hampshire title, it was discovered that the vehicle had been salvaged (which explains why I had so many subsequent problems). Do I have any legal recourse since the owner never disclosed this information? Please refer me to the appropriate organization. I am currently stationed out of the country so email contacts are best. Thank you! L_piccolo@hotmail.com
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Engine fire. *Dsh
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Passive belts
Summary:odi analysis of the alleged defect in the motorized passiverestraint system utilized in 1989 peugeot 405 vehicles indicated thatthe petition should be granted and an engineering analysis be opened.===
- Seat belt malfunction
Seat belt malfunction
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