VehicleVerdict

Peugeot 405 years to avoid

Across 1989–1997, no single 405 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1989 drew the most complaints; 1992 the fewest.

10

Total complaints

5

Recall campaigns

1989–1997

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Peugeot 405 NHTSA complaints by model year4 complaints1989: 4 complaints1990: 2 complaints1991: 2 complaints1992: 0 complaints1997: 2 complaints
Peugeot 405 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 405 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199720
199201
199122
199024
198945

Common questions

What is the best year for the Peugeot 405?

By complaint volume, 1992 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 405 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Peugeot 405 have?

Across all model years, the 405 has 5 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 10 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.