307 Faults

Just picked my 307 sw up from the dealership for its 3rd replacement com
2000 module in 4 and a half months and 5000 miles... anyone else have
multiple problems with this module??????

 

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

 

Taken from http://www.topgear.com/content/carknowledge.jsp . 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...

 

Yep same here...I have a 2001 51reg too and have just had the 3rd one fitted
!!!
Does anyone have a vibration problem at about 2500rpm???