The 1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R) engine was fitted to the Peugeot 2008 2 (2019–now). In the EU that is 19.3 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.5 131 hp, 1.5 110 hp, 1.5 102 hp.
The most expensive known risk is adBlue (SCR): tank-pump unit or dosing injector fails: it usually appears at 60,000–180,000 km and costs €250–1,500 to fix.
Engine faults ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
7 mm camshaft chain stretches or snaps (built 10/2017–01/2023, recall)
usually 30,000–200,000 km · High risk
model years 2017–2023 onlyengine codes: YH01, YHY, YHZ, YHW, YHV, YH02
Signs: Rattle from the top of the engine, timing fault codes; it can also snap without warning and stop the engine
Fix: Check recall status by VIN (Peugeot MXL, Citroën / DS NY5); the dealer fits the reinforced 8 mm chain free of charge
€0–3,500
AdBlue (SCR): tank-pump unit or dosing injector fails
usually 60,000–180,000 km · High risk
Signs: AdBlue or emissions warning, countdown to no-start, engine light
Fix: Diagnose first: the pump is built into the tank and is replaced as one unit; crystals at the injector or the tank vent can sometimes be cleaned
€250–1,500
Water pump pulley works loose, belt can jump (recall, 2025–2026)
usually 0–60,000 km · High risk
model years 2025–2026 only
Signs: Rough running, power loss, warning lights, sudden stalling
Fix: Check recall status by VIN; the dealer replaces the water pump kit free of charge
free / recall
Faults typical of this model ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)
Touchscreen, navigation or digital instrument cluster freezes or goes black
usually 0–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Screen or i-Cockpit instruments freeze, go black or reboot; navigation glitchy or slow.
Fix: Install the latest software at a Peugeot dealer first; replace the screen or cluster only if faults continue.
€50–900
Front lower-arm ball joint wears early (often front left)
usually 20,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Knocking from the front over bumps, play found at service or inspection, uneven tyre wear.
Fix: Replace the ball joint or the complete lower arm and have the wheel alignment checked; claim under warranty if still covered.
€150–400
Moisture inside the rear lights
usually 0–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Condensation or water droplets in the tail lamps, sometimes LED segments failing.
Fix: Check the lamp seal and vent; replace the lamp under warranty if water collects or LEDs fail.
€50–450
Recall: rear brake hoses may be routed incorrectly
usually 0–150,000 km · High risk
model years 2019–2020 only
Signs: Usually no warning; a chafed hose can rupture, causing fluid loss and weaker braking.
Fix: Check by VIN with a Peugeot dealer that recall JTX was done; free of charge.
free / recall
Recall (48 V mild hybrid): arcing at the starter-generator, fire risk
usually 0–100,000 km · High risk
model years 2024–2026 only
Signs: Usually no warning; the particulate-filter pipe sits too close to the 48 V starter-generator terminal, and water can cause an arc and fire.
Fix: Check by VIN with a Peugeot dealer whether the car is covered and the recall work was done; free of charge.
free / recall
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
EAT6 / EAT8 (Aisin)
Jerky low-speed shifts and hesitation (software / adaptation)
usually 20,000–240,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Jerks or clunks when slowing down or in town traffic, hesitation when pulling away, flare or slip when cold
Fix: Ask for the latest gearbox software and an adaptation reset; check the oil level and condition
€0–300
Valve body / internal clutch wear from aged fluid (high mileage)
usually 120,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Harsh or slipping shifts that get worse over time, dark burnt-smelling fluid, gearbox warning or limp mode
Fix: Change the fluid (several partial changes or a machine change with the correct Aisin / PSA fluid); if shifts stay bad, repair the valve body / solenoids or overhaul the gearbox
€300–3,000
Service plan for this engine
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,450–5,900. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Peugeot 2008 2 with the 1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
Versions of this engine in the Peugeot 2008 2
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (22). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Lights BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable27/04/2026 · R/2026/183
- Fire risk Alternator protection09/03/2026 · R/2026/071
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Peugeot 2008v2 Partner ESC software.22/10/2025 · R/2025/452
- Lights Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics18/08/2025 · R/2025/344
- Fire risk Peugeot Fuel Pipe18/07/2025 · R/2025/277
- Engine / loss of power Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.03/07/2025 · R/2025/246
- Electronics / software Peugeot 2008 BEV Motor Control Unit Software.03/07/2025 · R/2025/253
- Electronics / software Autonomous Telematics Box11/06/2025 · R/2025/210
Common questions
What are the biggest risks of the Peugeot 2008 2 with the 1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R) engine?
The faults with the highest risk: adBlue (SCR): tank-pump unit or dosing injector fails (60,000–180,000 km, €250–1,500); touchscreen, navigation or digital instrument cluster freezes or goes black (0–150,000 km, €50–900); front lower-arm ball joint wears early (often front left) (20,000–200,000 km, €150–400).
Does the Peugeot 2008 2 1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R) have a timing belt or a chain?
Belt · 180,000 km / every 120 mo.
Which oil does the Peugeot 2008 2 1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R) need?
0W-30 / 5W-30 · PSA B71 2312 · ~4.25 L · every 15,000 km.
Sources and notes
Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026