307 Faults

If you mean the indicator mechanism broke, then yes, I think we had 3 in the end. Car is a 2001/51 plate. The last one has lasted a good 6 months now.

Rob

I've had mine for a month now (2000 km) no problems at all. Anything I should test or look further into ? (Mine is a 2.0 gasoline)

I am from DK.

Nicholai

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. Enter Make >Peugeot, Model > 307 (from 2001) Snip.... What's Bad Mini MPV attributes do not extend to a flat floor and no centre console as in the much better packaged Honda Civic. Doesn't shift the goalposts set by the Ford Focus. Wipers and footwell designed for left hand drive. Problems developing include total power failures, total electrical failures, trip computer failures, service indicator failures, poor starting, brake pedals falling off, steering column stalk malfinctions, splits in seat covers, rattles, screen leaks, cracked screens, complaints of poor ride quality even on 1.6 and 1.4HDI versions. ECU problem with HDIs causes flat spots and hesitation. A permanent cure seems to be slow in coming through. Shocking

4th from Bottom of 100 models for reliability in Auto Express 2002 survey. One Backroomer's list of problems:- "electronic service indicator counting down very very quickly, carpet coming adfift of the trim, exterior door rubbing strips coming adrift of the door, a breakdown whilst driving, steering lock/ignition key recall problem, glovebox release mechanism broken, horn intermittently not working, paint chipping on bonnet despite mainly slow speed driving, hatchback would not close until shut several times, rear seat velour stitching not finished, remote central locking intermittently not working, electronic oil level indicator reading empty despite being virtually full, etc." Fault in indicator stalks very common on 307s from May 2001. Many owners force and break them. Free fix available in France from December 2002, in UK from January 2003. On HDIs, rubber cushioned timing belt pulley needs replacing at same time as timing belt (60k - 70k miles) otherwise can separate. Odometer over-reading problem cured by dealer sofwear upload via OBD2 port. Clutch judder can develop on 2001/2002 diesels, caused by wear in internal damper of dual mass flywheel. Needs replacing with modified unit to solve the problem. Petrol models avera ge for breakdowns and faults but poor for problems; diesels average for breakdowns bur poor for problems and faults in 2003 Which survey. 3rd from bottom out of 137 models in 2003 Top Gear survey. 307 3rd bottom model in 2004 JD Power Customer Satisfaction Survey.

Recalls Late 2001: TSB issued to check all common-rail to injector unions on HDIs for leaks. 30-4-2002: 28,441 307s recalled because ignition lock could get stiff or seize and this could lead to starter motor burn out. Complete steering lock assembly of affected cars to be replaced. 23-8-2002: 643 307s VIN 82136270 to 82155798 recalled because front shock absorber lower yoke may not be to correct spec and may fracture. Affected cars to be checked for cracks and new parts fitted where necessary. 8-11-2002: 89 307s recalled because filled with wrong brake fluid. Brake and clutch fluid to be replaced. 5-12-2002: 289 307s recalled because front left hand anti-roll bar linkage may contact and chafe on the brake pipe when turning wheels to left full lock. Inspect, reposition and if necessary replace left front brake pipe. 8-1-2003: On automatics the transmission control wiring loom may become pinched making it possible to start the engine while the car is in gear. Check for pinched cable and repair and reposition where necessary. September 2003: Repeat of 2002 ignition switch recall to try to catch cars which escaped because when the switch jams, the starter motor remains engaged and this can lead to a fire. 2-9-2003: on 554 307s may be cuts in sidewall or treads of one or both right hand tyres. Check and replace tyres as necessary. February 2004: 307s not voluntarily taken to dealers for odometer softwear upload will be recalled for it.

Robert

Mine is 2.0 petrol as well, issues started pretty much straight away, first the horn was intermittent, then didn't work, then the ESP stopped functioning... 3 modules later these problems have been resolved, but i am sure more will arise.

That said, i am still pleased with the car overall... it is quicker than my last motor (a 306 d estate) and seems to fit far far more camping stuff in the boot... handles OK as well for the type of car it is...