Peugeot 1007 A08
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Engine Ratings
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Sliding door actuator motor defective The electric sliding doors are the biggest weak point of the 1007. The actuator motor on the inner door handle is responsible for 90% of all sliding door faults. Repair costs of 400–700 euros per door are typical. Problems can appear from as little as 30,000 km. Symptoms: Sliding door does not open or close at the push of a button, door moves jerkily or slowly, 'door fault' message on display, door re-opens just before reaching the fully closed position from 50,000 km | Medium | |
| BSI module communication error The central control unit (BSI) can develop communication errors with the instrument cluster. Software recall for approx. 2,300 vehicles. Symptoms: Sporadic warning lights, instrument cluster errors, sliding doors behave unpredictably. from 70,000 km | Medium | |
| Sliding door guides and sensors dirty and defective The sliding door guide rails must be cleaned and lubricated every 15,000 km. Dirty rails and defective end-stop switches cause malfunctions. Vehicles without regular maintenance develop problems early. Symptoms: Door moves jerkily or makes creaking noises, door stops halfway, door sensor reports door open even when closed from 40,000 km | Low | |
| Engine management faults and starter failures For 2005 and 2006 model years the ADAC reports an above-average frequency of engine management faults and defective starters as breakdown causes. Fault codes in the engine control unit without any actual defect are also typical. Symptoms: Engine warning light illuminates without any identifiable fault, engine will not start, starter cranks without firing, sporadic engine stalling from 80,000 km | Medium | |
| Sliding door cables torn or stretched Steel cables for the sliding door can tear or stretch. Control cables slip out of guide. Symptoms: Sliding door only opens halfway, moves jerkily, stops midway. from 50,000 km | Low |
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A total of 23 weaknesses have been documented for the Peugeot 1007 A08 (2005–2009) — 14 engine-related and 9 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Gearbox, Suspension, Steering.
1007 (DV4, 2004–2019) — Be Careful: Injectors seized in the cylinder head, Turbo failure from clogged oil feed, EGR valve soots up and jams. Power: 68 PS.
1007 (TU3, 2005–2009) — Be Careful: Head gasket leaking, Ignition coil module fails repeatedly, Thermostat sticks — engine overheats. Power: 73 PS.
1007 (TU3, 2005–2009) — Be Careful: Head gasket leaking, Ignition coil module fails repeatedly, Thermostat sticks — engine overheats. Power: 88 PS.
What to watch out for with the Peugeot 1007? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee