What are the most common Peugeot 208 problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 110+ owner reports, the 2018 Peugeot 208 has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Diesel Particulate Filter Blockage, PureTech 1.2 Wet Timing Belt Delamination, AdBlue/SCR System Failure on BlueHDi Diesels — Urea Fault With Start-Prevention Countdown. Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Peugeot 208 reliable?
The 2018 Peugeot 208 has 5 known issues documented across 110+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Diesel Particulate Filter Blockage and PureTech 1.2 Wet Timing Belt Delamination and AdBlue/SCR System Failure on BlueHDi Diesels — Urea Fault With Start-Prevention Countdown. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Peugeot 208 problems?
Repair costs for known Peugeot 208 issues range from $80 to $2,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Diesel Particulate Filter Blockage, typically costs $300-$2,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2012-2026 Peugeot 208 Diesel Particulate Filter Blockage?
Diesel 208 models suffer from premature DPF blockage, particularly in vehicles used predominantly for short urban journeys. The DPF cannot complete its regeneration cycle during short trips, leading to progressive soot buildup. Repairs typically run $300-$2,000. Severity: high.
What is the 2012-2022 Peugeot 208 PureTech 1.2 Wet Timing Belt Delamination?
Peugeot confirms that previous-generation 1.0 and 1.2 PureTech engines can experience an oil-pressure issue resulting from premature timing-belt degradation and provides conditional support. Its published terms cover affected 1.0/1.2 non-turbo engines produced June 2012-June 2022… Severity: high.
What is the 2015-2023 Peugeot 208 AdBlue/SCR System Failure on BlueHDi Diesels — Urea Fault With Start-Prevention Countdown?
BlueHDi diesel 208s suffer chronic AdBlue (SCR) system failures: the urea injection pump and its control electronics are integrated into the AdBlue tank, and pump seizure, urea crystallisation, faulty level sensors and (on pre-2018 cars) a non-vented filler cap that pulls a vacuu… Repairs typically run $350-$1,800. Severity: high.
What is the 2018-2024 Peugeot 208 EAT6/EAT8 Automatic Gearbox Jerky Shifting and Low-Speed Hesitation?
The Aisin-based EAT6 (late 208 I) and EAT8 (208 II) torque-converter automatics generate widespread owner complaints about jerky or harsh shifts at low speed, lag and flaring in 2nd gear, hesitation when accelerating from 2,000-3,000 rpm, and jerking on light-throttle deceleratio… Repairs typically run $150-$2,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2012-2019 Peugeot 208 Front Suspension Knocking — Drop Links, Anti-Roll Bar Bushes and Damper Knock?
First-generation 208s commonly develop knocking, clunking or rattling from the front suspension over bumps and rough surfaces. The usual culprits are worn ball-joint-type anti-roll bar drop links and perished ARB bushes, but 'damper knock' from the front struts and worn top mount… Repairs typically run $80-$600. Severity: low.
