Touchscreen / infotainment glitches
usually 0–150,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Freezes, climate controls on screen lag
Fix: Software update
€0–150
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Peugeot 208 I
2012–2019 · Peugeot 208 1
6
engines covered
23
known faults
178,597
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
33
official recalls
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The Peugeot 208 I was built from 2012 to 2019.
For this generation we cover 6 engines and 23 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Oil consumption: it usually appears at 60,000–150,000 km and costs €200–3,000 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (13.3 %), body and corrosion (7.9 %), tyres and wheels (5.8 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: lights, wipers and visibility, body and corrosion, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: suspension.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.2 PureTech (EB) | Petrol | Wet belt · 100,000 km | 0W-30 / 0W-20 · PSA B71 2312 / B71 2010 · ~3.25–3.5 L · every 10,000 km |
| 1.4 / 1.6 VTi (EP3 / EP6, also MINI N12 / N16) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / BMW LL-04 · ~4.25 L · every 10,000 km |
| 1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / BMW LL-04 · ~4.25 L · every 10,000 km |
| 1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4) | Diesel | Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo | 5W-30 / 5W-40 · PSA B71 2290 / B71 2296 · ~3.75 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v) | Diesel | Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo | 5W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / Ford WSS-M2C913-C · ~3.75 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6 BlueHDi (DV6FC) | Diesel | Belt · 180,000 km / every 120 mo | 0W-30 / 5W-30 · PSA B71 2312 / B71 2290 · ~3.75 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults typical of this model
Faults by engine
1.0 / 1.2 PureTech (EB)
Wet timing belt degradation
usually 60,000–120,000 km · High risk
Signs: Belt debris clogs oil pickup; oil pressure warning
Fix: Replace belt early; check extended warranty
€700–1,500
Oil consumption
usually 60,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Low oil warning between services
Fix: Monitor; repair under warranty programme
€200–3,000
Brake vacuum pump failure
usually 80,000–140,000 km · High risk
Signs: Hard brake pedal; linked to belt debris
Fix: Replace pump and belt
€400–900
Belt / oil pump extended warranty check
usually 0–240,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Stellantis extended cover for belt-related damage on many PureTech engines
Fix: Check with the dealer using the VIN; keep service records
free / recall
1.4 / 1.6 VTi (EP3 / EP6, also MINI N12 / N16)
Timing chain stretch
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Rattle on cold start, timing codes
Fix: Replace chain, tensioner and guides
€600–1,200
Valve stem seals — oil consumption
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Blue smoke on start, oil use
Fix: Replace valve stem seals
€500–1,100
Water pump / thermostat housing leak
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Coolant loss
Fix: Replace pump / housing
€200–500
Valvetronic (VVL) motor
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rough idle, engine light
Fix: Replace motor
€300–700
1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S)
Timing chain stretch
usually 80,000–150,000 km · High risk
Signs: Rattle on cold start
Fix: Replace chain kit
€700–1,400
Carbon build-up / HP fuel pump
usually 80,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Misfires, hesitation
Fix: Clean valves, replace pump
€300–900
1.4 HDi / TDCi (DV4)
Injectors / high-pressure pump (Siemens)
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Hard start, smoke
Fix: Test and replace
€400–1,200
Turbo oil feed / seals
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Smoke, oil use
Fix: Service the turbo
€400–900
EGR valve
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rough idle
Fix: Clean
€100–300
1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v)
Injector copper seal leak → carbon build-up
usually 80,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Ticking, diesel / soot smell, carbon around injectors
Fix: Replace seals early; remove carbon
€200–900
DPF additive (Eolys) / DPF
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: 'Additive level low' / DPF warning
Fix: Refill additive, clean or replace DPF
€150–1,200
EGR valve / cooler
usually 100,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode, power loss
Fix: Clean or replace
€200–600
1.6 BlueHDi (DV6FC)
AdBlue tank / pump failure
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: 'Starting impossible in X km' warning
Fix: Replace AdBlue tank module (extensions exist)
€800–1,600
EGR clogging
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss
Fix: Clean or replace EGR
€300–800
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
ETG / EGS / BMP / SensoDrive (automated)
Clutch actuator / hydraulic unit
usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts
Fix: Repair or replace the actuator; clutch re-learn
€500–1,500
Clutch wear (automated)
usually 80,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, harsh engagement
Fix: Replace clutch + re-learn
€500–1,000
AL4 / AT8 (4-speed automatic)
AL4 solenoids / pressure regulator
usually 80,000–180,000 km · High risk
Signs: Gearbox warning, stuck in 3rd, harsh shifts
Fix: Replace solenoids / pressure sensor; fluid change
€300–1,500
EAT6 / EAT8 (Aisin)
EAT8 software / harsh shifts (2017–2020)
usually 20,000–120,000 km · Wear part
model years 2017–2020 only
Signs: Jerky low-speed shifts
Fix: Software update; fluid change at 60,000 km
€0–300
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.0 / 1.2 PureTech (EB) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 10,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Timing belt kit + water pump (belt runs in oil)Engine | every 100,000 km or every 72 months | €700–1,400 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 178,597 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 | 250+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.7 % | 4.2 % | 6.9 % | 9.3 % | 10.4 % | 12.7 % |
| Suspension | 0.7 % | 3.5 % | 8.5 % | 12.1 % | 15.6 % | 16.8 % |
| Steering | 0.1 % | 0.4 % | 1.8 % | 4.1 % | 5.4 % | 6.5 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 4.8 % | 5.8 % | 7.0 % | 7.9 % | 9.5 % | 10.1 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 5.9 % | 13.3 % | 19.1 % | 22.7 % | 25.3 % | 26.3 % |
| Body and corrosion | 3.4 % | 7.9 % | 11.2 % | 12.4 % | 12.4 % | 11.4 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 0.7 % | 4.1 % | 12.1 % | 13.2 % | 10.8 % | 11.0 % |
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (33). 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.
- Other Peugeot 208 Horn sound volume04/06/2026 · R/2026/231
- Lights Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics18/08/2025 · R/2025/344
- Engine / loss of power Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.03/07/2025 · R/2025/246
- Engine / loss of power Peugeot 208- Evaporation test results on EB2FA engines.24/07/2024 · R/2024/292
- Electronics / software On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.09/05/2023 · R/2023/140
- Brakes / ABS / ESP On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.13/12/2022 · R/2023/045
- Brakes / ABS / ESP On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.13/12/2022 · R/2023/035
- Engine / loss of power The open circuit detection system could be over sensitive causing a number of operational issues13/01/2022 · R/2022/012
The other recalls (25) are listed in the app.
Other generations
Sources and notes
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. 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.
Updated 07/10/2026