Electro-hydraulic power steering pump
usually 100,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Heavy steering, whine, warning
Fix: Replace the pump / relay
€300–800
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Peugeot 308 SW / RCZ
2008–2015
4
engines covered
21
known faults
10,590
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
33
official recalls
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The Peugeot 308 SW / RCZ was built from 2008 to 2015.
For this generation we cover 4 engines and 21 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Turbo failure (oil starvation, 16v): it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €700–1,600 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (18.1 %), suspension (13.2 %), tyres and wheels (7.4 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: body and corrosion, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: brakes, steering.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) | Diesel | Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo | 5W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / Ford WSS-M2C913-C / 934-B · ~4.25–5.5 L · every 15,000 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 / 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 |
| 1.5 / 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 |
Faults typical of this model
Front suspension (top mounts, drop links)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Knocks over bumps
Fix: Replace parts
€100–300
Brake light switch / BSI electrics
usually 80,000–200,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Warning lights, cruise control off
Fix: Replace switch; BSI update
€30–300
Faults by engine
2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10)
Injectors / injector seals
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Smoke, knocking, hard start
Fix: Replace seals / injectors
€300–1,500
DPF with additive (FAP)
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
model years 2004–2027 only
Signs: DPF / additive warning
Fix: Refill additive, clean DPF
€150–1,500
EGR valve / swirl flap actuator
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Limp mode
Fix: Clean or replace
€200–700
Turbo actuator / vanes
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Overboost / underboost
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,000
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 / 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
1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v)
Turbo failure (oil starvation, 16v)
usually 80,000–200,000 km · High risk
model years 2004–2011 only
Signs: Whistle, blue smoke, oil loss — carbon blocks the oil feed filter
Fix: Replace turbo, oil feed pipe with filter, clean the sump
€700–1,600
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
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Dual-mass flywheel
usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
€700–1,400
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
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
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 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 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €450–900 |
| 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: 10,590 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 2.7 % | 4.9 % | 6.0 % | 8.2 % | 8.2 % |
| Suspension | 3.8 % | 9.5 % | 13.2 % | 15.9 % | 18.4 % |
| Steering | 0.2 % | 0.9 % | 1.6 % | 3.0 % | 3.6 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 2.5 % | 5.5 % | 7.4 % | 9.7 % | 10.7 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 6.5 % | 13.9 % | 18.1 % | 22.2 % | 24.2 % |
| Body and corrosion | 2.8 % | 4.9 % | 6.1 % | 6.3 % | 7.5 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 2.2 % | 4.6 % | 7.2 % | 9.0 % | 13.6 % |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 41,896, of which 0 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10)2.0 (1,997 cm³) · 120 kW (163 hp) · Diesel | 29.1 % | 2011–2015 | — | — |
| 2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10)2.0 (1,997 cm³) · Diesel | 20.3 % | 2010–2015 | — | — |
| 1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S)1.6 (1,598 cm³) · 115 kW (156 hp) · Petrol | 18.4 % | 2011–2015 | — | — |
| 1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S)1.6 (1,598 cm³) · Petrol | 13.0 % | 2010–2015 | — | — |
| 1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S)1.6 (1,598 cm³) · 147 kW (200 hp) · Petrol | 11.7 % | 2011–2015 | — | — |
| 1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S)1.6 (1,598 cm³) · 199 kW (271 hp) · Petrol | 4.6 % | 2013–2015 | — | — |
| 1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v)1.6 (1,560 cm³) · Diesel | 2.4 % | 2010–2015 | — | — |
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 (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.
- Seat belt Peugeot 308 Seat belt fastening15/07/2025 · R/2025/265
- Brakes / ABS / ESP The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt20/01/2021 · R/2020/326
- Other There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the subframe is not durable enough.09/07/2020 · R/2020/207
- Engine / loss of power Due to the calibration of the engine management software the NOX emissions may not comply with regulatory limits26/09/2019 · R/2019/330
- Fire risk Engine may overheat14/02/2018 · R/2018/048
- Electronics / software Starter supply wire may chafe06/07/2017 · R/2017/215
- Suspension / axles Front wishbone retaining bolts may not be to specification24/05/2017 · R/2017/166
- Wheels / tyres Tyres may deflate unexpectedly14/10/2016 · R/2016/238
The other recalls (25) are listed in the app.
Common questions
Does the Peugeot 308 SW / RCZ have a timing chain or a timing belt?
2.0 HDi / TDCi / BlueHDi (DW10): belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo; 1.6 THP (EP6 turbo, also MINI Cooper S): chain; 1.4 / 1.6 VTi (EP3 / EP6, also MINI N12 / N16): chain; 1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v): belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo.
What are the known problems with the Peugeot 308 SW / RCZ?
The faults with the highest risk: turbo failure (oil starvation, 16v) (80,000–200,000 km, €700–1,600); AL4 solenoids / pressure regulator (80,000–180,000 km, €300–1,500); clutch actuator / hydraulic unit (80,000–160,000 km, €500–1,500); timing chain stretch (80,000–160,000 km, €600–1,200). The full list by engine is on this page.
What does the Peugeot 308 SW / RCZ most often fail its roadworthiness test on?
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 100–150 thousand km this model most often failed on: lights, wipers and visibility (18.1 %), suspension (13.2 %), tyres and wheels (7.4 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: body and corrosion, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: brakes, steering.
What should you check when buying a used Peugeot 308 SW / RCZ?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (33 have been published for this model). If the engine has a timing belt, ask for the invoice for its replacement: with no proof, assume it has not been done. On the test drive, watch for these signs: whistle, blue smoke, oil loss — carbon blocks the oil feed filter; gearbox warning, stuck in 3rd, harsh shifts. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Other generations
Peugeot 106 1991–2003Peugeot 107 / 108 2005–2021Peugeot 206 1998–2012Peugeot 206+ / 206 SW 2002–2012Peugeot 207 2006–2014Peugeot 208 I 2012–2019Peugeot 2008 I 2013–2019Peugeot 208 II 2019–Peugeot 2008 II 2019–Peugeot 301 2012–2017Peugeot 307 2001–2008Peugeot 308 I 2007–2013Peugeot 308 II 2013–2021Peugeot 308 III 2021–Peugeot 3008 I 2009–2016Peugeot 3008 II 2016–2023Peugeot 5008 I 2009–2017Peugeot 5008 II 2017–Peugeot 406 1995–2004Peugeot 407 2004–2011Peugeot 508 I 2010–2018Peugeot 508 II 2018–Peugeot 607 1999–2010Peugeot 807 2002–2014Peugeot 4007 2007–2012Peugeot 4008 2012–2017Peugeot 205 1983–1998Peugeot 306 1993–2002Peugeot 3008 III 2023–
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Ford Focus III 2011–2018Ford Focus II 2004–2011Ford Kuga II 2012–2019MINI Hatch (R56) 2006–2013Volvo S40 / V50 2004–2012Volvo V70 III 2007–2016Citroën C4 II 2010–2018Citroën C3 II 2009–2016
Other Peugeot models
Peugeot Partner II / Tepee 2008–2018Peugeot Expert II 2007–2016Peugeot Boxer III 2006–2014Peugeot Boxer (2014+) 2014–Peugeot Partner I 1996–2008
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. 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.
Updated 08/10/2026