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Peugeot 307 Diesel Problems

Are you having problems with your Peugeot 307 Diesel? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Peugeot 307 Diesel issues & faults. We have answered all of the most frequently asked questions relating to problems with the Peugeot 307 Diesel.

Peugeot 307 Diesel Service

It certainly wouldn't hurt to change the belt earlier than recommended, but I would be happy to go by Peugeot's recommendation, particularly if you have serviced it as they recommend.

Total oil for Peugeot 307 HDI

Check the owner's manual, Peugeot's recommended oil is shown there. A 5w-30 premium oil from any of the major brands should be fine.

Economy car

RENAULT doesn't market a diesel engine here, so rule that out. You could consider a VW Golf diesel. Both the Peugeot and VW diesels are well built, reliable and economical so that would probably be the best overall option.

It can be fixed

STRAIGHT back to your dealer, according to Peugeot, because there is a fix available. There is a software download available that Peugeot claims will rectify your problem simply. The company is dismayed that your dealer was unaware of the fix and would like to take it up with him.

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