

The airbag technology used in the Peugeot 3008 varies depending on the model year and generation. Airbag24 professionally repairs control units for all Peugeot 3008 generations with original functionality and a 2-year warranty.
The Peugeot 3008 established itself as a versatile compact SUV, produced in various phases. The first generation (2007-2016) laid the foundation, before the extensively redesigned second generation (from 2016 onwards) marked the series' great success and was produced until at least 2025.
With each generation, the passive safety system also evolved. While early models already offered a solid baseline of airbags, later models and facelifts increasingly integrated adaptive and more comprehensive systems to raise occupant protection to a new level. This also applies to the complexity and functionality of the associated airbag control units, which require professional repair in the event of a defect.
The Peugeot 3008 has been produced in three main generations, each with a different airbag control unit. The evolution of the safety system reflects technological advances from 2007 to the present.
The first generation, the Peugeot 3008 I, was produced from 2007 to around 2016. It was a compact crossover SUV that emphasized practicality and comfort.
The Peugeot 3008 II, introduced in 2016, featured a radically new, distinctive SUV design and the innovative i-Cockpit. This generation enjoyed great success, received a comprehensive facelift in 2020, and was expanded to include mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
The third generation of the Peugeot 3008 was introduced in 2023 and primarily relies on a fully electric platform. However, the second generation was still available in parallel until 2025. Each of these generations brings with it specific requirements for airbag control unit repair.
For the repair of airbag control units, the models of Generation I ( Peugeot 3008 I ) and Generation II ( Peugeot 3008 II ) are particularly relevant, as these are where the most requests for the repair of defective control units arise.
Peugeot 3008 airbag control units can be uniquely identified by part number, year of manufacture, and vehicle identification number (VIN). Each generation uses specific control unit variants for optimal compatibility with the respective vehicle system.
The exact part number of the airbag control unit is crucial for a correct repair. This number can usually be found directly on the unit's housing, which is usually located near the center console or transmission tunnel.
Often, additional information such as the manufacturer (e.g., Continental, Bosch, TRW) and specific software versions are also listed there. The vehicle's year of manufacture is also an important indicator, as Peugeot frequently makes hardware revisions and software updates over the course of its production cycles that affect the control unit.
A clear identification before the repair ensures that the repaired control unit fits perfectly in your Peugeot 3008 model and restores the full functionality of the airbag system.
The Peugeot 3008's airbag equipment is comprehensive as standard, and its level of refinement varies depending on the model year and trim level. While early models already use solid basic airbag systems, newer generations feature enhanced safety packages with additional airbag modules and adaptive functions.
Even the first generation of the Peugeot 3008 was equipped with a robust airbag system that offered basic protection. This typically included driver and passenger airbags, as well as side airbags.
With the second generation and its facelifts, the airbag equipment was further refined and is standard on all trim levels. The Peugeot 3008 features adaptive driver and front passenger airbags, with the front passenger airbag being manually deactivated if necessary, for example, when using rear-facing child seats.
Additionally, side airbags for the driver and front passenger, as well as full-length curtain airbags for both rows of seats, are standard. These curtain airbags provide enhanced protection in side collisions and rollovers by covering the entire window area.
The 3008's entire airbag system is deeply integrated into the vehicle's safety system and works hand in hand with other safety features such as ABS, ESC, and emergency braking. This underscores the Peugeot 3008's claim to be a safe family SUV for commuters and modern SUV enthusiasts. A defective airbag control unit can impair these essential safety functions and should be repaired immediately to ensure the vehicle's full safety.