✓ 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.
Timing chain stretch / tensioner fault
usually 60,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: Rattle for a few seconds after a cold start, later also warm; loss of power, engine light, camshaft timing codes; a jumped or broken chain wrecks the valves
Fix: Replace the full kit (chain, tensioner, guides, sprocket bolt) with the latest-version parts as soon as it rattles; keep oil changes short and the level topped up
€800–1,800
Carbon build-up on intake valves
usually 60,000–150,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Rough idle, hesitation and misfires, loss of response, engine light; worse with short trips
Fix: Clean the intake valves (walnut blasting) with the manifold off; it builds up again over time
€300–700
High oil consumption
usually 60,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Oil level drops fast (up to about 1 L per 1,000-1,500 km), oil warning, blue smoke; low oil then damages the chain and turbo
Fix: Check the oil at every fuel stop and top up; fix leaks and the crankcase breather first; valve stem seals or piston rings if the engine itself burns oil
€150–3,500
High-pressure fuel pump failure
usually 60,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Surging or jerking while driving, long cranking or hard hot starts, limp mode, low fuel pressure codes
Fix: Check rail pressure with a diagnostic tool and replace the high-pressure pump (latest version)
€400–900
Coolant leaks: water pump, thermostat housing, hoses
usually 60,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Coolant level keeps dropping, sweet smell, traces under the engine, temperature warning or overheating, fan not starting
Fix: Pressure-test the system; replace the leaking water pump or plastic thermostat housing with seals, and the temperature sensor if the fan does not switch on
€150–600
Turbo oil feed pipe leak or turbo failure
usually 80,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Oil smell or burning oil on the exhaust side, oil traces at the turbo, whistling, loss of boost, underboost codes
Fix: Replace the oil feed pipe and its seals; if the turbo has shaft play or leaks oil, replace or recondition it together with new oil pipes
€150–1,500