VehicleVerdict

Peugeot 505 years to avoid

Across 1982–1992, no single 505 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1989 drew the most complaints; 1992 the fewest.

6

Total complaints

4

Recall campaigns

1982–1992

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Peugeot 505 NHTSA complaints by model year2 complaints1982: 1 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 1 complaints1986: 1 complaints1988: 1 complaints1989: 2 complaints1990: 0 complaints1991: 0 complaints1992: 0 complaints
Peugeot 505 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 505 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
199201
199101
199001
198922
198811
198611
198511
198401
198210

Common questions

What is the best year for the Peugeot 505?

By complaint volume, 1992 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 505 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Peugeot 505 have?

Across all model years, the 505 has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 6 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.