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DS DS 3 Crossback I (became DS 3 in 2023) faults

6 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

Extra caution
Reliability
2.0/5

6 known faults

PureTech 100

  1. Degradation of the 'wet' timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    On the 1.2 PureTech, the timing belt runs in oil and can disintegrate. Its debris clogs the oil pickup, causing oil pressure to drop, which can destroy the engine. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions, and introduced a new-generation belt in June 2022.

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Excessive oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Beyond belt wear, the 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. According to Caradisiac, engines produced from 2023 onwards are no longer affected.

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Recall: fuel leak on the high-pressure line (fire risk)

    Manufacturer recall

    A recall (SR/02930/25) concerns DS 3 Crossbacks produced from 8 November 2022 to 17 April 2025: a missing nut on the high-pressure line between the pump and the rail can cause a fuel leak and a fire. The repair is free at DS dealers.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

PureTech 130 EAT8

  1. Degradation of the 'wet' timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    On the 1.2 PureTech, the timing belt runs in oil and can disintegrate. Its debris clogs the oil pickup, causing oil pressure to drop, which can destroy the engine. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions, and introduced a new-generation belt in June 2022.

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Excessive oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Beyond belt wear, the 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. According to Caradisiac, engines produced from 2023 onwards are no longer affected.

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Recall: fuel leak on the high-pressure line (fire risk)

    Manufacturer recall

    A recall (SR/02930/25) concerns DS 3 Crossbacks produced from 8 November 2022 to 17 April 2025: a missing nut on the high-pressure line between the pump and the rail can cause a fuel leak and a fire. The repair is free at DS dealers.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

PureTech 155 EAT8

  1. Degradation of the 'wet' timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    On the 1.2 PureTech, the timing belt runs in oil and can disintegrate. Its debris clogs the oil pickup, causing oil pressure to drop, which can destroy the engine. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions, and introduced a new-generation belt in June 2022.

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Excessive oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Beyond belt wear, the 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. According to Caradisiac, engines produced from 2023 onwards are no longer affected.

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Recall: fuel leak on the high-pressure line (fire risk)

    Manufacturer recall

    A recall (SR/02930/25) concerns DS 3 Crossbacks produced from 8 November 2022 to 17 April 2025: a missing nut on the high-pressure line between the pump and the rail can cause a fuel leak and a fire. The repair is free at DS dealers.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

BlueHDi 100

  1. Premature wear of the timing chain (1.5 BlueHDi)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    On the 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5), the timing chain can stretch prematurely due to oil carbonisation; the first sign is a rattle on cold start-up. A break can damage the engine. Vehicles produced between 6 December 2017 and 31 January 2023 are subject to a recall.

    Versions
    BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Recall: fuel leak on the high-pressure line (fire risk)

    Manufacturer recall

    A recall (SR/02930/25) concerns DS 3 Crossbacks produced from 8 November 2022 to 17 April 2025: a missing nut on the high-pressure line between the pump and the rail can cause a fuel leak and a fire. The repair is free at DS dealers.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

BlueHDi 130 EAT8

  1. Premature wear of the timing chain (1.5 BlueHDi)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    On the 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5), the timing chain can stretch prematurely due to oil carbonisation; the first sign is a rattle on cold start-up. A break can damage the engine. Vehicles produced between 6 December 2017 and 31 January 2023 are subject to a recall.

    Versions
    BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Recall: fuel leak on the high-pressure line (fire risk)

    Manufacturer recall

    A recall (SR/02930/25) concerns DS 3 Crossbacks produced from 8 November 2022 to 17 April 2025: a missing nut on the high-pressure line between the pump and the rail can cause a fuel leak and a fire. The repair is free at DS dealers.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

E-Tense 136 ch

  1. On-board charger failure (AC charging) on E-Tense

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Stellantis has acknowledged a fault in the 11 kW on-board charger made by Mahle, which can interrupt or prevent AC charging, sometimes without a warning light. L'argus cites the Peugeot e-208 and e-2008 first and estimates that the problem probably extends to the DS 3. A 2022 recall (998 DS 3 Crossback E-Tense produced from 4 May 2019 to 29 September 2020) for an unintended high-voltage power cut while driving provides for a software update, but sometimes replacement of the on-board charger.

    Versions
    E-Tense 136 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

E-Tense 156 ch

  1. Recall: cracked electric power steering motor (steering lock)

    Manufacturer recall

    A crack in the power steering motor can detach plastic parts from the worm gear and lock the steering. Stellantis recalled 9,524 vehicles worldwide, including 1,440 in France, produced between April and June 2024 (Peugeot 208 II, Opel Corsa and Mokka, Fiat 600 and DS 3 Crossback). The repair is covered by the manufacturer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    PureTech 100, PureTech 130 EAT8, PureTech 155 EAT8, BlueHDi 100, BlueHDi 130 EAT8, E-Tense 136 ch, E-Tense 156 ch
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Price and diagnose repairs

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the DS DS 3 Crossback I (became DS 3 in 2023) (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

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