Model year guide

1990 Peugeot 405

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1990 Peugeot 405 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 111 on record.

1990 Peugeot 405 at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints2

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1990 Peugeot 405 recalls 4

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #97V038000 · 11/03/1997

A GRADUAL DETERIORATION OF THE HEADLIGHT PLASTIC LENS OCCURS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES.

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery NHTSA Campaign #94V064000 · 07/04/1994

THE FUEL SUPPLY LINE CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH A HIGH VOLTAGE IGNITION LEAD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, CAUSING DETERIORATION OF THE FUEL LINE OVER TIME. THE DETERIORATION OF THE FUEL LINE COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THREE FUEL LINES, CLAMPS AND MOUNTING CLIPS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND REROUTE THE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM TO AVOID CONTACT WITH THE HIGH VOLTAGE IGNITION LEAD.

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap NHTSA Campaign #89V161000 · 28/09/1989

FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDS THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301 IN A REAR BARRIER CRASH.

Fix: INSTALL PROTECTIVE BUFFERS; RELOCATE FUEL PUMP AND FILER TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE.

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #89V158000 · 21/09/1989

THERE MAY BE ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE BETWEEN PASSIVE BELT MOTOR AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT.

Fix: REPAIR PASSIVE BELT SYSTEM TO ASSURE PROPER OPERATION.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 8 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1990 Peugeot 405 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

1990 Peugeot 405 vehicles on record

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1990 Peugeot 405 — frequently asked questions

Does the 1990 Peugeot 405 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1990 Peugeot 405. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 Peugeot 405?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.