The National Consumer Service (Sernac) reported a security alert that affects vehicles Peugeot model 2008, marketed during 2025 in Chile. According to the agency, the defect would be linked to the tire pressure monitoring system, which could cause reading errors on the vehicle’s dashboard. This seemingly minor situation could create a risk for driving, especially if the system indicates incorrect pressure.
They launch an urgent safety alert due to defects in this brand of vehicles
In total, there are 99 vehicles Peugeot those involved in the alert, all assembled in Spain and distributed in Chile between August and October 2015. The problem detected affects the TPMS, a system that controls tire pressure and that, when it fails, can issue erroneous messages on the vehicle’s instrument panel. This fails to comply with current safety regulations and represents a potential risk for consumers, as detailed in the official statement from the Sernac.
The risks derived from this failure in the vehicles They include loss of steering control, increased braking distance, and the possibility of tire failure. Consequently, the probability of suffering a road accident increases. Peugeot recommends not ignoring the alert messages that appear on the dashboard and checking as soon as possible to see if the vehicle is on the list of affected units.
Preventive measures for vehicles:
- Check if the chassis number or VIN appears in the list published by Peugeot Chile.
- Contact the authorized service through the Call Center 800 210 110.
- Schedule an appointment to inspect the vehicle.
- Request calibration of the electronic stability system (ESC).
- Confirm that the repair does not imply additional costs for the consumer.
The procedure proposed by the brand includes the calibration of the electronic stability control (ESC) of the vehicles Peugeot, an operation that takes approximately 30 minutes. The company clarified that this service will be completely free and does not require the replacement of parts.
