1990 Peugeot 405
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1990 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.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Power train › Clutch assembly
While putting the car in reverse the clutch pedal went to the floor and stayed there and could not be disengaged, went (50) feet in reverse before turning vehicle off with key.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
The brain box gets wet and causes a shortage in the wires and causes the car to stall. tt
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