1990 PEUGEOT 405 User Comment / Complaint

1995-01-10 Memphis, TN

The brain box gets wet and causes a shortage in the wires and causes the car to stall. view

1995-03-02 Olympia, WA

Replaced high/low beam dimmer light bulb. view

1999-05-07 Charleston, WV

Possible engine failure resulted in the vehicle stalling at stops. view

1999-05-07 Centreville, VA

Recall notice not recieved for subframe mounts which failed causing loss of control and damage to other vehicle components. view

1999-05-10 Pittsburg, PA

Steering rack which is attached to the firewall has corroded, causing the bolts to become loose and fall off which could result in loss of steering control. please give any further details. view

1999-05-10 Raleigh, NC

Harness buckle will come loose after being fastened. the buckle does click into a locked position when first applied. no response from century. view

1999-05-08 Orlando, FL

This vehicle constantly hesitates, misfires,and today it backfired for the first time. when you turn off the car you can smell a the fuel out of the exhaust . this problem is not intermittent it is constant and i feel it is a problem with the emissions on this car . i went to an oldmobile dealership to ask about recalls . they said there were none, however , in a consumer reports book i am reading it uses the same car as mine for an example of a vehicle with a exhaust emissions recall. the rear brakes had a 10 point rear brake job consisting of new cylinders ,hardware, drums turned and new pads. the front brakes were in good repair. yet it seems that the brakes are not stopping the car effectively view

1999-05-08 Orlando, FL

This vehicle constantly hesitates, misfires,and today it backfired for the first time. when you turn off the car you can smell a the fuel out of the exhaust . this problem is not intermittent it is constant and i feel it is a problem with the emissions on this car . i went to an oldmobile dealership to ask about recalls . they said there were none, however , in a consumer reports book i am reading it uses the same car as mine for an example of a vehicle with a exhaust emissions recall. the rear brakes had a 10 point rear brake job consisting of new cylinders ,hardware, drums turned and new pads. the front brakes were in good repair. yet it seems that the brakes are not stopping the car effectively view

1999-05-08 Plantation, FL

Three total brake failures to date. two resulted in accidents when the allante had to be crashed into trucks on each occassion to stop without injury to pedestrians. property damage in each case was about $1,000 to the allante and $2,000 to the trucks in each case. the car was then towed to cadillac who examined the brake system and could not "find a problem." however, on each occasion, cadillac replaced the entire brake system and master cylinder at no charge. we were advised (and still are told) by cadillac that they have never experienced a brake failure or similar incident in any allante! we just learned this is not the case when we discovered your website. the denial of any brake incidents has come from university cadillac, bayview cadillac, the cadillac south florida area representative and cadillac through their "800" number 1-800-allante. obviously, this not being the truth, this is a company-wide effort to withhold the truth from allante owners! view

1999-05-10 Lake Oswego, OR

The enhgine will begin to run roughly (as though it is flooded) loses, power and will not accelerate. when this happens, the "ets" and "check engine" lights come on. the owner's manual says to pull over, switch off the ignition and then restart. if the view

1999-05-10 Cedar Falls, IA

While driving out of a parking lot, steering wheel suddenly free-wheeled w/ no control of vehicle. inspection showed that both rear sub-frame mounts failed and dropped engine onto rack and pinion, causing steering column to disengage and also disconnecting. view

1999-05-10 Costa Mesa, CA

The second failure occurrence following manufacturer,s recall, and dealer repaired (system accumulator). driver again experienced illumination of brake and anti-lock lights, and subsequent total failure of the brake system at slow speed. the brakes pedal felt completely normal to touch, however no hydraulic pressure appeared to reach the actual vehicle brakes for stopping. view

1995-03-02 Olympia, WA

Replaced left front/left right power door switch/actuator. view

1999-05-10 Aurora, CO

Speedometer/odometer malfunctioned/replaced (39,000 miles)but now vehicle is tmu-true mileage unknown-any recourse?dashboard vibrates intensely at 70-75mph. tires balanced, rotated, replaced. struts(4) replaced, steering components checked but still vibration. appears that dash does not have enough support. view

1999-05-06 Oceanside, CA

Accessory drive belt failed. view

1999-05-06 Goodlettsv, TN

Spare tire design places the rubber sidewall directly in contact with the metal undercarriage, resulting in friction/damage to sidewall. mjs view

1999-05-06 New Orlean, LA

Abs module and left wheel speed sensor failed resulting in brake failure. view

1999-05-06 New Orlean, LA

Abs module and left wheel speed sensor failed resulting in brake failure. view

1999-05-06 Freeland, MI

Vehicle pulls severly to the left when braking. view

1999-05-06 Freeland, MI

Front axle seal leaking oil. view

1999-05-06 Freeland, MI

Front end shaking. view

1999-05-06 Freeland, MI

Drivers seat upholstery is coming apart. view

1999-05-06 Charlestow, RI

Electrical wiring failure causing electrical short and burning. mjs view

1995-03-02 Olympia, WA

Replaced bolt that secures seat belts. view

1999-05-05 Poway, CA

No deployment of airbags during collision, causing injury to the drivers neck. nm view

1999-05-05 Levittown, PA

Short in airbag monitor system caused the air bag light to blink constantly. nm view

1999-05-05 Naperville, IL

Windshield wiper circuit board failed, prior to recall notice, causing damage to motor due to short / burning view

1999-05-06 Jefferson City, MO

When brakes are applied the abs engage in normal stops, causing the brakes to release, resulting in extended stopping distances. dealer has been notified. vehicle is currently at dealer. view

1999-05-06 Orland Park, IL

Rear windshield wiper motor makes a loud grinding noise and arm does not move. vehicle has recall on front wiper motor. repairwork done for rear motor without consumer's okay. paid $100.00 for repairwork at owner's expense. recall 98v-150000. view

1999-05-06 Laguna Hill, CA

When driving at any speed the vehicle will pop out of gear, and bolts that hold the wheel were cracked and had to replaced. also, there was a crack in the exhaust manifold/ rear back up lights stopped working/engine head gasket blew out, and crackshaft broke. view

1999-05-06 Laguna Hill, CA

When driving at any speed the vehicle will pop out of gear, and bolts that hold the wheel were cracked and had to replaced. also, there was a crack in the exhaust manifold/ rear back up lights stopped working/engine head gasket blew out, and crackshaft broke. view

1999-05-06 Laguna Hill, CA

When driving at any speed the vehicle will pop out of gear, and bolts that hold the wheel were cracked and had to replaced. also, there was a crack in the exhaust manifold/ rear back up lights stopped working/engine head gasket blew out, and crackshaft broke. view

1999-05-06 Spring, TX

Head gasket failed. view

1999-05-06 Spring, TX

Engine mounts failed. view

1995-03-02 Palm Spgs, CA

Noisy pistons. view

1999-05-06 Bremerton, WA

Windshield wiper control switch fell off due to weak material. mjs view

1999-05-05 Indopl, IN

Vehicle was repaired under recall 99v029000, concerning ignition switch short. after dealer performed the work. cruise control did not work. conusmer contacted manufacturer and was told to take the vehicle back to the dealer for repairs. dealer charged consumer for work performed the second time. view

1999-05-05 Indopl, IN

Vehicle was repaired under recall 99v029000, concerning ignition switch short. after dealer performed the work. cruise control did not work. conusmer contacted manufacturer and was told to take the vehicle back to the dealer for repairs. dealer charged consumer for work performed the second time. view

1999-05-05 Smithfeild, RI

Consumer has experienced following problems; 1.) both lower ball joints wear out excessively; 2.) head gasket leaks; and 3.) cruise control would shut itself off while driving without foot pressing on brake pedal. view

1999-05-05 Smithfeild, RI

Consumer has experienced following problems; 1.) both lower ball joints wear out excessively; 2.) head gasket leaks; and 3.) cruise control would shut itself off while driving without foot pressing on brake pedal. view

1999-05-05 Smithfeild, RI

Consumer has experienced following problems; 1.) both lower ball joints wear out excessively; 2.) head gasket leaks; and 3.) cruise control would shut itself off while driving without foot pressing on brake pedal. view

1999-05-05 Flushing, MI

Engine cooling line had a leak/crack which caused oil to leak and may result in a fire. common problem. these parts are high demand. please provide further information. view

1999-05-05 Picatinny, NJ

This is department of defense offcial investigation. vehicle was traveling about 50 mph and hit a large fence and cement structure which caused vehicle to roll over and sustain frontal impact damages. upon impact, passenger's airbag deployed, but driver's airbag did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in this crash. manufacturer has not been contacted. please provide further information. view

1999-05-06 Laguna Hill, CA

When driving at any speed the vehicle will pop out of gear, and bolts that hold the wheel were cracked and had to replaced. also, there was a crack in the exhaust manifold/ rear back up lights stopped working/engine head gasket blew out, and crackshaft broke. view

1999-05-06 Laguna Hill, CA

When driving at any speed the vehicle will pop out of gear, and bolts that hold the wheel were cracked and had to replaced. also, there was a crack in the exhaust manifold/ rear back up lights stopped working/engine head gasket blew out, and crackshaft broke. view

1996-08-02 Syracuse, NY

When applying the brakes, the rear abs brakes lock up, causing the vehicle to skid. view

1999-05-28 Brooklyn, NY

Driving at highway speeds vehicle loses all power and eventually stops, causing a safety hazard. dealer replaced fuel pump, but defect has reoccurred. view

1999-05-28 Brooklyn, NY

Driving at highway speeds vehicle loses all power and eventually stops, causing a safety hazard. dealer replaced fuel pump, but defect has reoccurred. view

1999-05-28 Wall, NJ

Rear leaf spring appears improperly installed. bracket replacement was done to 1997-1998 vehicles , would like further information concerning this problem. dealer notified and informed consumer that 1997-1998 vehicles were recalled only. view

1999-05-28 Ft Worth, TX

Motorized seatbelt is stuck and won't buckle which won't protect the occupant in event of a crash. manufacturer replaced seatbelt motor once, but problem is still occurring. please provide further information. view

1999-05-28 Garland, TX

When driving in the rain steering wheel locked up when making a right turn. first three times and the last time two weeks ago, steering locked up while consumer was making a left turn. consumer took vehicle to dealership twice, and and dealer cannot duplicate problem. view

1999-05-28 Pensacola, FL

Had a 25 mph frontal impact and driver's airbag did not deploy, which did not protect the occupant in crash. manufacturer has not been contacted. please provide further information. view

1999-05-28 Cold Chester, CT

While driving at 25 mph, without prior warning and making a left turn, tie rod end went out. view

1999-05-28 Largo, FL

When applying abs brakes the pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance due to failure of abs brakes. please give any further details. view

1999-05-28 Dearborn, MI

When put vehicle into drive to park with brakes firmly applied, vehicle will lunge foward, and driving over 40 mph the vehicle will begin to vibrate. view

1999-05-28 Tinton Falls, NJ

Metalseat is tearing lo0se from the track. (like a sardine can). view

1996-08-02 Poughquag, NY

Radius arm is loose and causing the driver to steer hard. view

1999-05-28 Navarre, FL

Windshield wipers are working intermittently due to the electronic board joint solder cracking, causing the windshield wipers to fail. view

1999-05-28 Manville, NJ

Driver's seat track broke and caused driver's seat to move upward unexpectedly while driving which almost caused a crash. please provide further information. view

1999-05-28 Pittsburg, PA

While driving at 40 mph to 70 mph, vehicle will downshift, transmission will slip, and vehicle loses power. power will come back on, and then the vehicle will accelerate. view

1999-05-28 South Orange, NJ

At 46,000 miles transmission is prematurely failing, it won't shift into gears and is slipping. please give any further details. view

1999-05-28 Panama City, FL

The egr valve is sticking, causing loss of vehicle control. view

1999-05-28 Irving, TX

Consumer was hit head-on, and driver's side/passenger's side air bags din't deploy. view

1999-05-28 Irving, TX

Consumer was hit head-on, and driver's side/passenger's side air bags din't deploy. view

1999-05-28 Irving, TX

Consumer was hit head-on, and driver's side/passenger's side air bags din't deploy. view

1999-05-28 Scarsdale, NY

Consumer received recall 99v062000, speed control cable. contacted dealer and no parts were available to remedy problem. coordination between manufacturer and dealer.no monetary remedy for lack of use of cruise control for 3 months. view

1999-05-28 Clevland, OH

Ignition switch cylinder is turning which is difficult when inserting key or starting vehicle. please give any further details. view

1996-08-02 Orlando, FL

Smoke came out of the steering column when the right turn signal was engaged. view

1999-05-28 Chicago, IL

Vehicle was in for a recall service at al piemonte, and transmission leakage occurred after recall repairs were completed. view

1999-05-07 Apple Valley, CA

Sliding door was coming off due to loose hinges. dealer took the door off because of the loose hinges. view

1999-05-07 Ririe, ID

While driving at 65 mph consumer applied the brakes, and child hit her head on the dashboard due to the shoulder seat belt not holding the child. view

1999-05-07 Bennett, IA

While driving on an incline or hill, vehicle will roll. the dealer has attempted to repair vehicle several times , but the problem still exists. also, automatic sliding door shuts on passengers when they are getting in/out of vehicle. also, sliding door locks on its own. the dealer repaired vehicle. manufacturer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Bennett, IA

While driving on an incline or hill, vehicle will roll. the dealer has attempted to repair vehicle several times , but the problem still exists. also, automatic sliding door shuts on passengers when they are getting in/out of vehicle. also, sliding door locks on its own. the dealer repaired vehicle. manufacturer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Aslip, FL

Upper ball joint pulled out of the socket, causing spindle to fall and cut the rim in half, resulting in a loss of tire. the dealer would not replace because the warranty had expired. view

1999-05-09 Fairport, NY

I received a service bulletin from ford in 1998 which stated that: if there were problems where the engine head gaskets needed to be replaced before 60,000 miles, that ford would cover the cost of this repair. they have declined to do so because the service bulletin "expired" on 12/31/1998. my point: i am still under the mileage limit and the repair cost should be reimbursed. the engine design is faulty, does the problem just disappear because it occured after 1998? the time limit on this service bulletin is a bogus cop-out. view

1999-05-09 Glen Lyon, PA

The neons' head gasket was replaced a little over a year ago, while under warranty, now needs to be replaced again and is not under warranty. i have talked to other neon owners and most have replaced a head gasket also. also, while under warranty, i have a printed bill from the dealer that stated the job total was $436. now the same dealer same car same problem is telling me it will be over $1000 and the car is not under warranty????? view

1999-05-09 Yukon, OK

Water pump has failed aproximately every 20,000 to 30,000 miles form when the car had 11,000 miles to the present. i am unable to get ford to tell me why this problem has continued to occur. i have worked through the dealer to resolve this problem, but no positive results were produced. view

1999-05-07 Peabody, MA

Rear emergency parking brake cable clip has worn through the cable . this could result in emergency parking brake failure. cable is also rubbing against shock absorber causing a wear in a second location. manufacturer has not been notified. view

1995-11-27 Middlebeurg, PA

Blew the head gaskets. view

1999-05-07 Hollister, CA

As the sliding door was being opened the bottom tracks had separated form the door. the dealer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Harvard, IL

When the brakes are applied brake pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. also, abs control mose solenoid sensor fell off. the manufacturer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Harvard, IL

When the brakes are applied brake pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. also, abs control mose solenoid sensor fell off. the manufacturer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Amboy, IN

Consumer received a recall notice for the ignition switch. however, repair parts were not available. manufacturer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Atco, NJ

Vehicle was parked inside the garage and it caught on fire due to electrical wiring short. view

1999-05-07 North Massapequa, NY

Abs brake problems; when applying the brakes the whole front end vibrates and shudders. this happens on any road condtions, under any type of braking situation. also, brake pads, shoes and rotors were replaced in 1997 with 9,920 miles. 3,000 miles later the problem with the brakes reoccurred. the brake pads have since been replaced 2 more times, each time for defective warped pads. view

1999-05-07 North Massapequa, NY

Abs brake problems; when applying the brakes the whole front end vibrates and shudders. this happens on any road condtions, under any type of braking situation. also, brake pads, shoes and rotors were replaced in 1997 with 9,920 miles. 3,000 miles later the problem with the brakes reoccurred. the brake pads have since been replaced 2 more times, each time for defective warped pads. view

1999-05-07 Upper Marlboro, MD

Power seat came loose. when vehicle comes to a stop power seat rocks forward and/or backward. consumer stated that problem has reoccurred. view

1999-05-07 Conroe, TX

Windshield wiper switch intermittently becomes inoperable, obstructing the driver's view. a recall was issued, but this vehicle was not included. due to vin. windshield wiper switch has been repaired. the dealer and manufacturer have been notified. view

1999-05-07 Lockwood, NY

Consumer was driving approximately 45mph when a deer jumped over gaurdrail head-on in front vehicle. air bags deployed, the passenger side damaged consumers eye. view

1995-11-27 Toledo, OH

Vehicles abs system front rotors warp prematurely and caused severe vibration and shaking.owner has replaced 4 times. tt view

1999-05-07 Lockwood, NY

Consumer was driving approximately 45mph when a deer jumped over gaurdrail head-on in front vehicle. air bags deployed, the passenger side damaged consumers eye. view

1999-05-07 Lockwood, NY

Consumer was driving approximately 45mph when a deer jumped over gaurdrail head-on in front vehicle. air bags deployed, the passenger side damaged consumers eye. view

1999-05-07 Gering, NE

While driving at 35 mph engine check light kept coming on, and vehicle stalled. also, when trying to put fuel into the vehicle, the fuel leaks out and the consumer can't put fuel into vehicle. this is the second time this has happened. view

1999-05-07 Gering, NE

While driving at 35 mph engine check light kept coming on, and vehicle stalled. also, when trying to put fuel into the vehicle, the fuel leaks out and the consumer can't put fuel into vehicle. this is the second time this has happened. view

1999-05-07 Gering, NE

While driving at 35 mph engine check light kept coming on, and vehicle stalled. also, when trying to put fuel into the vehicle, the fuel leaks out and the consumer can't put fuel into vehicle. this is the second time this has happened. view

1999-05-07 Akron, OH

Engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly, and the engine cylinder head is not retained. please give any further details. view

1999-05-07 New Lisbon, WI

Windshield wipers work intermittently, and sometimes they won't work at all. view

1999-05-07 Eden, NC

At 66,900 miles transmission has malfunctioned and will not shift into first gear. repairs were made at owner's expense, wants reimbursement. view

1999-05-07 Marietta, GA

When driving at any speed the brakes lock and up the vehicle skids and when the bbrakes wouldn't release. view

1999-05-09 Edgewood, MD

Air conditioning failed as well, after arguing with dealer each time got a rental vehicle and repairs were made. truck is undependable! want a vehicle buy back! view

1995-11-27 Toledo, OH

Vehicles abs system front rotors warp prematurely and caused severe vibration and shaking.owner has replaced 4 times. tt view

1999-05-07 Baden, PA

Dealer has no parts available to remedy recall problem. recall number 98v323000. vehicle has since been repaired. view

1999-05-07 Phoenix, AZ

No parts available to remedy recall probelm. recall number 99v029000. please give any further details. view

1999-05-07 Oak Dale, CT

While backing out of a parking space inner tie rod broke, causing the front tires to turn inward. view

1999-05-07 Sweetwater, TX

Intermittently windshield wipers would become inoperable, obstructing the view of the driver. the owner has had the wipers repaired. a recall was issued on other trucks for this same make/model and year . owner's vehicle was not included. manufacturer has been notified. view

1999-05-07 Huntsville, AL

Abs warning light intermittently illuminates, also, when appyling the brakes vehicle vibrates and extended stopping distance occurs. please give any further details. view

1999-05-07 Detriot, MI

Dealer has no parts available to remedy recall problem. recall number 98v323000. please give any further details. view

1999-05-07 Erie, PA

When appyling abs brakes brake pedal bounces back and becomes hard, also, abs brake light illuminates. please give any further details. view

1999-05-07 Elkon, VA

While driving about 30mph vehicle was involved in a head-on collision, and airbags did not deploy. the dealer and manufacturer will be notified. view

1999-05-07 Elkon, VA

While driving about 30mph vehicle was involved in a head-on collision, and airbags did not deploy. the dealer and manufacturer will be notified. view

1999-05-07 Dahlgren, IL

While driving about 50 mph and after turning the windshield wipers on, they worked for a few minutes and then stopped. view

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