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Peugeot 208 I faults

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

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Reliability
3.0/5

5 known faults

1.0 VTi 68

  1. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.2 VTi/PureTech 82

  1. Degraded “wet” timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    The 1.2 engine of the 208 I, in naturally aspirated form (VTi, then PureTech 82) as well as turbo form (PureTech 110), has a timing belt that runs in oil. It can disintegrate: its debris clogs the oil strainer, depriving the engine of lubrication, and can block the brake assistance vacuum pump. The 1.2 PureTech 110s built from March 2013 to April 2017 were recalled (code JZR) for this loss of braking assistance: an engine control unit update and a check of the belt width, with the belt replaced along with the vacuum pump if it does not conform. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. On the 208 I 1.2 PureTech 82, this is the fault most often reported by owners on Fiches-auto, and CarVerif stresses very strict oil monitoring.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Excessive crankshaft end-float (early 1.2 VTi 82)

    Manufacturer recall

    Some 2013 208 1.2 VTi 82s were recalled to the workshop to check the crankshaft end-float, which owners attribute to a machining fault. Too much end-float can eventually break the engine: one owner reports a replacement engine block supplied by Peugeot at €4,900 excluding VAT.

    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
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5

  1. Degraded “wet” timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    The 1.2 engine of the 208 I, in naturally aspirated form (VTi, then PureTech 82) as well as turbo form (PureTech 110), has a timing belt that runs in oil. It can disintegrate: its debris clogs the oil strainer, depriving the engine of lubrication, and can block the brake assistance vacuum pump. The 1.2 PureTech 110s built from March 2013 to April 2017 were recalled (code JZR) for this loss of braking assistance: an engine control unit update and a check of the belt width, with the belt replaced along with the vacuum pump if it does not conform. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. On the 208 I 1.2 PureTech 82, this is the fault most often reported by owners on Fiches-auto, and CarVerif stresses very strict oil monitoring.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Excessive crankshaft end-float (early 1.2 VTi 82)

    Manufacturer recall

    Some 2013 208 1.2 VTi 82s were recalled to the workshop to check the crankshaft end-float, which owners attribute to a machining fault. Too much end-float can eventually break the engine: one owner reports a replacement engine block supplied by Peugeot at €4,900 excluding VAT.

    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
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  4. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.2 PureTech 110

  1. Degraded “wet” timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    The 1.2 engine of the 208 I, in naturally aspirated form (VTi, then PureTech 82) as well as turbo form (PureTech 110), has a timing belt that runs in oil. It can disintegrate: its debris clogs the oil strainer, depriving the engine of lubrication, and can block the brake assistance vacuum pump. The 1.2 PureTech 110s built from March 2013 to April 2017 were recalled (code JZR) for this loss of braking assistance: an engine control unit update and a check of the belt width, with the belt replaced along with the vacuum pump if it does not conform. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. On the 208 I 1.2 PureTech 82, this is the fault most often reported by owners on Fiches-auto, and CarVerif stresses very strict oil monitoring.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6

  1. Degraded “wet” timing belt (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 3/3 · Serious

    The 1.2 engine of the 208 I, in naturally aspirated form (VTi, then PureTech 82) as well as turbo form (PureTech 110), has a timing belt that runs in oil. It can disintegrate: its debris clogs the oil strainer, depriving the engine of lubrication, and can block the brake assistance vacuum pump. The 1.2 PureTech 110s built from March 2013 to April 2017 were recalled (code JZR) for this loss of braking assistance: an engine control unit update and a check of the belt width, with the belt replaced along with the vacuum pump if it does not conform. Stellantis extended the belt warranty to 10 years or 175,000 km, subject to servicing conditions.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Oil consumption (1.2 PureTech)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The 1.2 PureTech is known for high oil consumption, which can cause engine damage if the level is not monitored. On the 208 I 1.2 PureTech 82, this is the fault most often reported by owners on Fiches-auto, and CarVerif stresses very strict oil monitoring.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.4 HDi 68

  1. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 e-HDi 92

  1. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 e-HDi 115

  1. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 BlueHDi 75

  1. Faulty AdBlue system (1.6 BlueHDi)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On BlueHDi diesels built up to the end of 2022, including the 208s, the AdBlue tank (with integrated pump, sensor or control unit) can fail: a message announces that the car will not start after a certain mileage. UFC-Que Choisir referred the matter to the DGCCRF in 2023 after more than 5,000 testimonies. On a 208 1.6 BlueHDi 100, one owner reports a P20E08 fault (pressure too low) with the AdBlue warning light staying on.

    Versions
    1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 BlueHDi 100

  1. Faulty AdBlue system (1.6 BlueHDi)

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    On BlueHDi diesels built up to the end of 2022, including the 208s, the AdBlue tank (with integrated pump, sensor or control unit) can fail: a message announces that the car will not start after a certain mileage. UFC-Que Choisir referred the matter to the DGCCRF in 2023 after more than 5,000 testimonies. On a 208 1.6 BlueHDi 100, one owner reports a P20E08 fault (pressure too low) with the AdBlue warning light staying on.

    Versions
    1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

GTi 200

  1. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

GTi 208

  1. Touchscreen that stays black or restarts in a loop

    Severity 1/3 · Annoying

    Owners of 2012-2013 208s report a touchscreen (SMEG) that stays black at start-up or restarts in a loop, cutting off radio and display. Disconnecting the battery for a few minutes sometimes fixed it temporarily; garages have mentioned replacing the screen.

    Versions
    1.2 VTi/PureTech 82, 1.2 e-VTi 82 ETG5, 1.2 PureTech 110, 1.2 PureTech 110 EAT6, 1.0 VTi 68, 1.4 HDi 68, 1.6 e-HDi 92, 1.6 e-HDi 115, 1.6 BlueHDi 75, 1.6 BlueHDi 100, GTi 200, GTi 208
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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