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Peugeot 3008 problems, reliability and years to avoid

If you are considering buying a used Peugeot 3008, these are the common problems worth knowing about first. Our garage database tracks 6 known faults for this model, 4 of them rated high severity. Every one below is a repair bill a seller has good reason not to mention.

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Is the Peugeot 3008 reliable?

The Peugeot 3008 has 6 known faults in our database across 2 generations, 4 of them rated high severity. The most serious are engine (heavy oil consumption and internal wear leading to engine failure or replacement) and engine (wet timing belt degradation leading to oil pickup blockage, oil starvation). None of them makes the car a bad buy on its own; the risk is a seller who knows and says nothing.

That is a count of the faults we hold, not a reliability score. Popular cars get written about more, and a newer generation has had less time to show its faults.

Which Peugeot 3008 years should you avoid?

No year is a write-off on its own. What matters is which serious faults a given year and engine can have, and whether the car in front of you has had them fixed.

Mk1, 2009 to 2016
2 known faults, none rated high severity
Mk2, 2016 to 20244 high severity
4 known faults, the serious ones in the engine

Years and engines with a serious known fault

  • 2012 to 2023, 1.2 VTi / 1.2 PureTech (EB2) petrol: heavy oil consumption and internal wear leading to engine failure
  • 2012 to 2023, 1.2 VTi / 1.2 PureTech (EB2, belt in oil); the mild hybrids from 2023 use a chain instead: wet timing belt degradation leading to oil pickup blockage, oil starvation
  • 2014 to 2022, 1.6 BlueHDi (from 2014, including late first-generation 3008 and 5008) and 1.5 BlueHDi (from 2017): failure of the AdBlue pump, which sits inside the tank
  • 2017 to 2023, 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5): premature stretching and snapping of the 7mm camshaft timing chain

Each one is set out in full below, with the symptoms, the typical mileage and a rough repair cost.

Generation 1 of 22 known faults · 25 owner reports · 4 good notes

Peugeot 3008 Mk1 (2009 to 2016) problems

Transmission/ClutchMedium severity💬 5 owner reports, 2017 to 2019

The EGC automated manual is a conventional clutch and dual-mass flywheel operated by an actuator and slave cylinder, and owners of first-generation cars report clutch and flywheel replacements from about 27,000 miles, a slave cylinder failure that left the gearbox refusing to change gear, and hesitant or erratic shifts that in one case carried on after a new clutch and flywheel.

Typical symptoms

  • Gearbox fault warning on the dash
  • Refusing to select a gear or dropping out of gear
  • Hesitant or jerky gear changes, especially pulling away
  • Clutch slip or judder

Affected vehicles

Engines:
1.6 HDi / e-HDi with the EGC (EGS) six-speed automated manual
Typical mileage:
27000-33500 miles
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Fuel SystemMedium severity💬 6 owner reports, 2014 to 2021

Diesel injector failures on first-generation 1.6 HDi cars, sometimes one injector at a time and sometimes the whole set, reported from about 20,000 miles. One owner's car lost power with engine and ESP/ABS warnings before the injector was found. Owners report paying about 1,000 pounds for a single injector and 2,500 pounds for a set of four.

Rough guide
£1000-2500

Typical symptoms

  • Loss of power or limp mode
  • Engine warning light, sometimes with ESP/ABS warnings
  • Rough idle or misfire
  • Smoke or a strong diesel smell

Affected vehicles

Engines:
1.6 HDi / e-HDi diesel (DV6)
Typical mileage:
20000-42000 miles
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What owners report on the Mk1

25 single reports, unconfirmed

One owner each, in their own words rewritten as a line, and not counted in our risk scoring. A fault joins the list above once a second report or an editorial source backs it.

  • Fuel system · March 2021A 2011 Peugeot 3008 1.6 HDi at 26,700 miles lost power with warning lights, requiring all four fuel injectors to be replaced for £2,300.
  • Fuel system · September 2020A 2015 Peugeot 3008 experienced injector number four failure after three weeks of ownership, repaired under the dealer's warranty.
  • Brakes · January 2020A 2010 Peugeot 3008 repeatedly displayed a 'parking brake faulty' message on its screen, which eventually cleared.
  • Gearbox and clutch · June 2019A 2012 Peugeot 3008 with EGS automatic transmission experienced clutch slave cylinder failure at approximately 33,500 miles, leading to a £3,000 repair bill.
  • Fuel system · February 2019A 2015 Peugeot 3008 1.6 HDi had two injector failures; one was replaced under warranty, another cost £800 at 20,000 miles.
  • Gearbox and clutch · January 2019A 2012 Peugeot 3008 EGS automated manual exhibited hesitant gear changes during operation.
  • Gearbox and clutch · December 2018A 2013 Peugeot 3008 EGS had its clutch and dual mass flywheel replaced, but the gearbox still misbehaved on steep hills.
  • Gearbox and clutch · November 2018A flashing dashboard light indicated dual mass flywheel failure on a 2012 Peugeot 3008 1.6 HDi EGS, with a dealer quote of £1,427.
  • Engine · November 2018A 2009 Peugeot 3008 1.6 HDi at 60,000 miles showed an anti-pollution light and lost power; an EGR valve replacement was suggested.
  • Engine · October 2018A used Peugeot 3008 HDi developed significant engine problems seven months after purchase, requiring a new engine.
  • Engine · August 2018A 2012 Peugeot 3008 1.6 VTi petrol at 50,000 miles suffered a misfire; a faulty solenoid on the inlet cam dephaser was replaced.
  • Exhaust · May 2018A 2011 Peugeot 3008 2.0 HDi at 86,000 miles had a fault light related to the DPF regeneration system, with a £1,800 repair quote.
  • Electrics · April 2018A 2013 Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 at 22,000 miles needed a new electric vacuum pump for £296 because stop/start and EV modes were not working.
  • Fuel system · October 2017A 2014 Peugeot 3008 experienced a fuel leak from its fuel filter due to corrosion of the pipe union clips.
  • Gearbox and clutch · July 2017The clutch and dual mass flywheel failed on a 2013 Peugeot 3008 1.6 HDi automated manual at 27,000 miles.
  • Brakes · January 2017A 2010 Peugeot 3008 required replacement front brake discs at 36,500 miles and again at 69,000 miles.
  • Bodywork · November 2015A four-year-old Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4 suffered from degraded and failed door seals.
  • Interior · June 2015A new 3008 Allure had a persistent rattle reported from its panoramic roof that could not be cured.
  • Fuel system · December 2014A four-year-old 3008 1.6 HDi 115, primarily driven on motorways, required replacement of all four fuel injectors for £2,500.
  • Engine · October 2014A used 3008 1.6 THP 150 suffered two breakdowns within seven weeks, involving issues with its timing chain and coilpacks.
  • Suspension and steering · May 2014The interconnected rear damping system failed on a 2012 3008 at 20,000 miles, causing excess rear tyre wear.
  • Gearbox and clutch · April 2014A 2010 Peugeot 3008 1.6 THP 156 at 24,000 miles needed a new automatic gearbox for £4,500 due to juddering and contaminated fluid.
  • Suspension and steering · May 2013The front tyres on a 3008, size 235/45 R18, had a short lifespan of only 12,500 miles.
  • Fuel system · March 2013A 1.6 HDi fuel filter was prone to blockage from emulsified fuel in cold weather when using lower quality diesel.
  • Brakes · August 2012A 2009 Peugeot 3008 1.6 VTi at 24,000 miles had its brake pads corrode and seize into the callipers, needing new pads and discs.

What owners like about the Mk1

4 notes
  • The 3008 achieved a 5-Star Euro NCAP rating, with strong scores for adult and child occupant protection.
  • The vehicle offers convenient entry and exit, making it easy for occupants to get in and out.
  • The 3008 features a practical boot, providing ample space for luggage and cargo.
  • The car provides good levels of comfort for its occupants during journeys.
Generation 2 of 24 known faults · 13 owner reports · 5 good notes

Peugeot 3008 Mk2 (2016 to 2024) problems

Engine/EmissionsHigh severity📝 Editorial

Wet timing belt degradation leading to oil pickup blockage, oil starvation, and brake vacuum pump failure

Rough guide
£800-1500

Typical symptoms

  • low oil pressure warning light
  • engine management light
  • hard brake pedal (loss of servo assistance)
  • engine stalling or seizing

Affected vehicles

Engines:
1.2 VTi / 1.2 PureTech (EB2, belt in oil); the mild hybrids from 2023 use a chain instead
Typical mileage:
33000-65000 miles
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Engine/EmissionsHigh severity📝 Editorial

Failure of the AdBlue pump, which sits inside the tank and is often linked to urea crystallisation, which usually means replacing the whole tank assembly. Owners report tank replacements from under 30,000 miles, sometimes just out of warranty and at their own cost.

Rough guide
£Unknown

Typical symptoms

  • AdBlue/UREA warning light
  • engine management light
  • countdown indicating 'Engine Will Not Restart in X miles'

Affected vehicles

Engines:
1.6 BlueHDi (from 2014, including late first-generation 3008 and 5008) and 1.5 BlueHDi (from 2017)
Typical mileage:
Unknown miles
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Engine/EmissionsHigh severity📝 Editorial

Premature stretching and snapping of the 7mm camshaft timing chain, destroying the engine top-end

Rough guide
£1500-2500

Typical symptoms

  • loud ticking or rattling from top of engine
  • sudden loss of power and engine stop
  • non-start

Affected vehicles

Engines:
1.5 BlueHDi (DV5)
Typical mileage:
37000-90000 miles
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Engine/EmissionsHigh severity💬 12 owner reports, 2014 to 2023

Heavy oil consumption and internal wear leading to engine failure or replacement, separate from the wet belt fault. Owners describe carbon build-up on the valves, low compression or oil getting past the piston rings, and engines failing or being replaced at between 14,500 and 56,000 miles, often under warranty or goodwill but sometimes at the owner's cost. The oil level can fall far enough to trigger the oil pressure warning without any visible leak.

Rough guide
£1100-5117

Typical symptoms

  • Oil level dropping between services with no visible leak
  • Engine warning light, sometimes with a STOP message
  • Oil pressure warning once the level is low
  • Misfire, noise or loss of power from carbon build-up or low compression

Affected vehicles

Engines:
1.2 VTi / 1.2 PureTech (EB2) petrol
Typical mileage:
14500-56000 miles
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What owners report on the Mk2

13 single reports, unconfirmed

One owner each, in their own words rewritten as a line, and not counted in our risk scoring. A fault joins the list above once a second report or an editorial source backs it.

  • Engine · January 2023A 2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech suffered engine failure due to excessive oil usage, with a new engine quoted at over £5,000.
  • Engine · January 2023A 2018 3008 1.2 PureTech engine displayed an orange management light due to intermittent insufficient oil pump pressure.
  • Engine · June 2021A 2018 Peugeot 3008 HDi had an oil leak identified from the camshaft, with no contribution towards repair costs.
  • Gearbox and clutch · July 2020A recently purchased 2020 Peugeot 3008 2.0 HDi with a 6-speed manual transmission repeatedly disengaged from first gear.
  • Engine · December 2019A 2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech 130 required a new engine at 26,600 miles after incorrect oil was used during servicing.
  • Engine · October 2019A 2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech 130 manual suffered premature carbonising on the valves, leading to a warranty engine replacement at 14,500 miles.
  • Engine · April 2019A September 2018 Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech 130 failed to start at 3,500 miles, showing engine fault messages related to throttle control.
  • Engine · April 2019A 2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech 130 engine was replaced under warranty at 27,000 miles due to carbon build-up and excessive oil consumption.
  • Interior · March 2019An October 2018 Peugeot 3008 had persistent buzzing and rattling from the dashboard and roof lining areas.
  • Bodywork · January 2018A July 2017 Peugeot 3008 received a fix for two fuel pipes that were in danger of rubbing together.
  • Electrics · January 2018A Peugeot 3008, bought new in June 2017, experienced repeated unspecified electrical problems, returning to the dealer multiple times.
  • Gearbox and clutch · December 2017A recently acquired 2017 Peugeot 3008 2.0 HDi with a 6-speed manual transmission repeatedly disengaged from first gear.
  • Electrics · July 2017A new Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech had multiple software problems, including the massage seat defaulting to 'on' at every journey start.

What owners like about the Mk2

5 notes
  • The 3008 features a comfortable, well-made, spacious, and refined cabin for occupants.
  • The car is easy to drive, offering a pleasant experience for the driver.
  • The 3008 comes well-equipped as standard, providing good value for its features.
  • The car features an impressive full-colour instrument binnacle, enhancing the driver's display.
  • The 3008 achieved a 5-Star Euro NCAP Rating, demonstrating strong adult and child protection.

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Peugeot 3008 recalls

Recall work is done by the manufacturer, and GOV.UK says you will not usually have to pay for it. These are the 48 DVSA recalls for the 3008, newest first. They do not tell you whether this particular car has had the work: for that, put the registration into the free GOV.UK MOT history check, which shows a recall status where the manufacturer shares it, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.

🏛️ July 2026Cars built March 2025 to April 2025

Wrong Tire Class in CoC

Affected vehicles may have a tyre class mismatch between the technical specification declared in the Certificate of Conformity and the actual vehicle configuration.

Put right by: Check the tyre class of all vehicle tyres and exchange all 4 for Class A+ tyres if necessary

DVSA R/2026/256261 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ June 2026Cars built October 2023 to July 2025

VSM software Interior door handles

Affected vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit.

Put right by: Update the Vehicle Supervision Module software.

DVSA R/2026/22810,423 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2026Cars built March 2026 to March 2026

MCU inverter

On affected vehicles the Motor Control Unit (MCU) Inverter may have a manufacturing deviation which could lead to gearbox malfunctions and the risk of an internal electrical short circuit leading to overheating or a fire.

Put right by: Replace the MCU Inverter.

DVSA R/2026/1613 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2026Cars built September 2023 to July 2024

VSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera.

On certain Peugeot vehicles the Automatic Emergency Braking Assist telltale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked. No AEB warning telltale meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster. An additional pop-up appears for around 10 seconds at each key on/key off (Driving Assistance Sensor Blind: clean sensor see User Manual). The Automatic Emergency Braking system is operating in a degraded mode but remains functional due to radar support.

Put right by: To rectify this issue we will update the Vehicle System Management software

DVSA R/2025/5422,443 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2026Cars built November 2024 to June 2025

Peugeot 3008 Wheel Bolt Tightening.

Affected vehicles may have improperly tightened wheel nuts following a faulty rework.

Put right by: Check the torque of the wheel nuts on all for wheels and re-tighten if necessary.

DVSA R/2026/0453 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2025Cars built July 2023 to February 2025

Ball Joint Bracket fixation.

On affected vehicles the front left and right control arm ball-joint bracket screws are at risk of fracture which could affect the vehicle's controllability.

Put right by: Inspect the marking on the left and right front ball-joint bracket and change if necessary.

DVSA R/2025/52213,330 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ September 2025Cars built July 2019 to October 2022

Peugeot 3008v2 508v2 Traction Battery

Affected vehicles may have a fault in the High Voltage Battery which could potentially lead to it overheating and in the worst case a battery or vehicle fire. Customers are advised to stop any plug-in charging and eSave charging until the vehicle is reworked.

Put right by: Update the battery management software or replace the High Voltage Battery if necessary.

DVSA R/2025/382934 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2025Cars built June 2017 to October 2020

Emission recall - On Board Diagnostics

Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.

Put right by: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

DVSA R/2025/3441,702 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2025Cars built July 2023 to April 2025

Peugeot Fuel Pipe

On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.

Put right by: Retighten the affected connections.

DVSA R/2025/27713,940 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2025Cars built October 2017 to January 2023

Peugeot DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.

Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.

Put right by: Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.

DVSA R/2025/24622,401 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2025Cars built February 2023 to May 2024

Peugeot 308 408 3008 5008 Fuel Pipe Leakage

Affected vehicles may face potential leakage of the under-bonnet fuel pipe due to a weakness of its crimping.

Put right by: Change the fuel pipe.

DVSA R/2025/054283 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2025Cars built September 2024 to November 2024

Peugeot 3008 5008 Headrest

On affected vehicles front seat headrests are not to specification.

Put right by: Check the fixing notches of the front seat headrests and exchange them if necessary.

DVSA R/2025/048971 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2024Cars built July 2023 to November 2024

Peugeot 30085008 Risk of broken bolt front control arm ball joint.

On affected vehicles the fixing bolts on the front left or right bracket on the lower control arm may break. In the worst-case scenario 2 broken bolts could affect the controllability of the vehicle.

Put right by: Change the front left and right ball joint brackets.

DVSA R/2024/49713,416 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2024Cars built August 2024 to September 2024

Peugeot 3008 Cradle Bracket

On affected vehicles the cradle bracket is not according to specification. In some cases this could lead to cracking of the bracket and structural integrity loss resulting in loss of vehicle control.

Put right by: Check the cradle bracket and rework if necessary.

DVSA R/2024/423203 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2024Cars built March 2019 to April 2021

Peugeot 3008508 PHEV. Traction Battery

On affected vehicles there is a fault in the High Voltage (HV) Battery which could potentially lead to a breakdown charging issue and/or overheating and in a worst-case scenario a High Voltage Battery or vehicle fire.

Put right by: Replace the High Voltage Battery.

DVSA R/2024/272191 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2024Cars built January 2022 to December 2022

Cross carline Engine software

On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

Put right by: Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

DVSA R/2024/1351,225 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2023Cars built February 2023 to May 2023

Affected vehicles may have been supplied with a Mode 2 (orange) charging cable that was not according to specification (a risk of a wrong safety calibration feature of the temperature sensor of the charging cable pins). In worst-case this could lead to a thermal incident during charging.

Affected vehicles may have been supplied with a Mode 2 (orange) charging cable that was not according to specification (a risk of a wrong safety calibration feature of the temperature sensor of the charging cable pins). In worst-case this could lead to a thermal incident during charging.

Put right by: Check Mode 2 (orange) charge cable production date and replace if necessary.

DVSA R/2023/228617 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2023Cars built March 2019 to December 2022

Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.

Affected vehicles may face the risk of perforation of the HV battery reinforcing plate/battery cover over the vehicle lifetime due to water intrusion.

Put right by: A protective wax will be applied between HV battery reinforcing plate and battery cover.

DVSA R/2023/0991,630 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2022Cars built April 2017 to October 2020

On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

Put right by: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).

DVSA R/2023/03525,148 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2022Cars built February 2017 to April 2017

On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.

Put right by: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). The timing belt will be checked and if needed replaced with other components of the braking assistance system and the vacuum pump.

DVSA R/2023/045952 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2022Cars built October 2019 to November 2019

A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells

A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells.

Put right by: Replace the HV traction battery

DVSA R/2022/2274 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2022Cars built October 2019 to November 2019

A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells

A high voltage battery where there is a mismatch in the voltage of the individual cells.

Put right by: Replace the high voltage battery.

DVSA R/2022/2288 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2021Cars built May 2016 to March 2021

The welding of the individual components of the tow bar might not meet the correct specification

The welding of the individual components of the towbar might not meet the correct specification.

Put right by: Check the identity label and replace the tow bar if affected

DVSA R/2021/08161 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2021Cars built September 2020 to December 2020

The welding of the individual components of the towbar might not meet the correct specification

The welding of some components to the towbar assembly may not meet specification.

Put right by: The replacement of the towbar.

DVSA R/2021/04124 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2021Cars built June 2013 to April 2017

The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt

The brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt.

Put right by: Update detection software inspect and if necessary replace vacuum pump and timing belt.

DVSA R/2020/32645,160 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2020Cars built October 2019 to December 2019

On some traction battery cells the alignment of the electrodes may be out of specification

On affected vehicles the alignment of the electrodes may be out of specification on some cells of the traction batteries which may result in the release of toxic fumes or a thermal runaway.

Put right by: Replace the traction / drive battery.

DVSA R/2020/3663 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ November 2020Cars built April 2019 to July 2019

The filtering performance of the diesel particulate filter may not meet the required specification

The filtering performance of the Diesel Particle Filter (DPF) may not meet the required specification.

Put right by: Replace the DPF on affected vehicles.

DVSA R/2020/331959 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ August 2020Cars built October 2019 to March 2020

THE UREA INJECTOR MAY BLOCK AND LEAD TO NOx EMISSIONS GOING OUT OF REGULATORY LIMITS

The vehicles may be affected by a defect in the urea injector which might block and lead to NOx emissions going out of the regulatory limits.

Put right by: Updating the ECU software to avoid the gradual blocking of the urea injector

DVSA R/2020/2455,125 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2020Cars built February 2015 to March 2015

There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the subframe is not durable enough.

There is a possibility that the internal corrosion protection of the front subframe is not durable enough.

Put right by: Replacing the front subframe assembly.

DVSA R/2020/20738 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2020Cars built October 2019 to January 2020

Certain rear suspension fixing bolts may not conform to specification

Certain rear suspension fixing bolts may not conform to specification which could cause them to break.

Put right by: Replace the affected bolts

DVSA R/2020/05278 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2019Cars built February 2017 to April 2019

THE CALIBRATION OF THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE COULD RESULT IN EMISSIONS OF NOx WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH REGULATORY LIMITS

Engine management software issue could result in incorrect emission levels.

Put right by: Update the engine management software.

DVSA R/2019/35218,267 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ September 2019Cars built September 2013 to May 2016

Due to the calibration of the engine management software the nox emissions may not comply with regulatory limits

The calibration of the engine management software could result in emissions of NOx which do not comply with the regulatory limits.

Put right by: Download new engine management software

DVSA R/2019/3309,218 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2019Cars built January 2018 to May 2018

A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain conditions damage the diesel particle filter

A plastic component inside the exhaust line could under certain conditions damage the Diesel particle filter.

Put right by: Check and if necessary replace the particle filter.

DVSA R/2019/1362,686 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2018Cars built April 2018 to May 2018

Engine oil gallery sealing plug incorrectly tightened

On the affected vehicles the tightening of a sealing plug on the engine oil gallery may not be correct to specification.This could lead over time to an oil leak which in rare cases could result in oil leaking on to the road.

Put right by: The remedy consists of tightening the engine oil gallery sealing plug to the correct torque

DVSA R/2018/18547 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2018Cars built May 2016 to April 2018

Engine could overheat leading to failure

Engine could overheat leading to failure in extreme cases

Put right by: Download new engine management software

DVSA R/2018/176683 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2018Cars built June 2017 to January 2018

Tightening torque of towbar fixing may be to wrong specification

Tightening of some towbar fixings may not be to correct specification.

Put right by: Checking and if necessary correcting the tightening torque of the fixings.

DVSA R/2018/0899 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2018Cars built April 2016 to August 2017

Fuel may leak

The fuel tank shield may foul the fuel supply pipes. Over a period of time this may cause a fuel leak.

Put right by: On affected vehicles check condition of fuel pipes and replace where necessary. In addition add extra protection to existing and replacement pipes.

DVSA R/2018/03312,054 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ February 2018Cars built January 2014 to March 2015

Engine may overheat

The engine electronic cooling management control strategy and the maximum temperature alert threshold could cause the engine to overheat. This could result in a warning light and a message being displayed on the instrument panel.

Put right by: On affected vehicles download a new engine management software in order to modify the cooling management parameters to improve the control of the engine operating temperature.

DVSA R/2018/0481,579 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2017Cars built April 2016 to August 2017

Fuel may leak

Possible fouling between fuel lines and the fuel tank shield may over time cause the pipes to wear and fail. Over an extended period of time fuel leakage may be noticed under the vehicle.

Put right by: On the affected vehicles check condition of the fuel lines. Replace where necessary and add extra protection.

DVSA R/2017/33612,056 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2017Cars built October 2017 to November 2017

Engine component may not be to specification

An engine component may not be to specification which could result in loss of engine performance. This may lead to the engine stalling and potentially causing an engine failure. In very unlikely circumstances the vehicle speed may increase without warning but will stop on its own after a few seconds.

Put right by: On affected vehicles carry out a functional diagnostic check of the engine. If necessary replace the engine.

DVSA R/2017/340416 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ October 2017Cars built April 2016 to July 2017

Starter motor supply wiring harness may become damaged

The positioning of the starter supply terminal may be incorrect. This may allow it to foul other components and cause a short circuit.

Put right by: On affected vehicles check the positioning of the terminaL. Correct it if necessary and add additional protection.

DVSA R/2017/2701,703 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ July 2017Cars built October 2013 to April 2017

Starter supply wire may chafe

The positioning of the starter motor supply terminal may not conform to specification. Contact with a neighbouring component could cause a short circuit.

Put right by: On affected vehicles check the position of the terminal and where necessary reposition. Replace damaged components if necessary.

DVSA R/2017/2157,394 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2017Cars built May 2016 to October 2016

Starter motor may not operate correctly

A possible nonconformity of an internal component of the starter motor relay could affect the control of the starter motor. This could adversely affect the starting operation and damage the starter motor due to overheating and in extreme cases there is a risk of fire.

Put right by: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the starter motor relay.

DVSA R/2017/1406,768 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2016Cars built January 2016 to February 2016

Oil leak may damage engine

An oil leak could develop at the turbocharger lubrication union retaining bolt due to a non-conformity of this part.

Put right by: On affected vehicles replace the turbocharger lubrication union bolt and its seals.

DVSA R/2016/04325 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ December 2015Cars built September 2012 to December 2014

Fuel may leak

The fuel heating device integrated in to the diesel fuel filter cover may be defective and allow heat to build up within the electrical supply connector causing the cover to distort and air to enter the fuel circuit. This could make the vehicles difficult to start and a warning light will be illuminated on the dash board. The engine could be difficult or not possible to start. In the worst cases a diesel fuel leak could eventually appear.

Put right by: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel heater cover. Additionally the electrical connector will be inspected and where necessary replaced.

DVSA R/2015/24112,833 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ April 2014Cars built November 2012 to October 2013

Drivers seat airbag may malfunction

Affected vehicles may present friction wear on the driver's seat wiring harness. Potentially causing an electrical malfunction and in worst case scenario cause the unwanted triggering of the driver's seat air bag.

Put right by: The remedial operation consists of reinforcing and clamping the driver's seat harness.

DVSA R/2014/035100 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ March 2013Cars built November 2012 to November 2012

Spot welds may not hold

On a very limited number of vehicles it is necessary to check the presence of specific spot welds on the vehicle body shell. Should it be identified that one of the welds has been missed in production the vehicle cannot be repaired. In the long term and in very rare cases body noises and squeaking could appear.

Put right by: In the rare case that the vehicle does not comply the vehicle will be removed from the road and the customer will be provided with a replacement vehicle.

DVSA R/2013/02619 vehicles affected in the UK
🏛️ January 2013Cars built October 2012 to October 2012

Rear brake calliper mounting bolt could work loose

The tightening torque of the rear brake calliper mounting bolts could be incorrect. This incorrect tightening torque may in very rare cases eventually lead to the slackening of the bolt and an increase in noise during braking

Put right by: Replace the bolts and tighten to the correct torque

DVSA R/2013/0102 vehicles affected in the UK

Recall data published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency under the Open Government Licence v3.0. A recall listed here may not apply to every car of this model: the build dates and the registration check are what decide it.

Peugeot 3008 cambelt or timing chain, and service intervals

An overdue cambelt is the most expensive thing a seller can fail to mention on a used 3008. These are the figures UK specialists work to.

Timing belt (cambelt)Wet belt
1.2 PURETECH, PURETECH 130
62,000 miles or 6 years, whichever comes first

Wet belt (belt in oil). The original schedule was 10 years / 175,000 km (about 109,000 miles). Stellantis cut it to 6 years / 100,000 km (62,000 miles), with the belt checked at every service, after degraded belt material was found blocking the oil pickup strainer and starving engines of oil. Officially the cut applies to engines built from April 2017 and to older engines whose belt was replaced under the 2020 to 2022 recalls; the shorter figure is recorded for every year. Stellantis now covers belt and oil consumption failures on earlier-generation 1.0 and 1.2 PureTech engines for 10 years / 112,000 miles (180,000 km) when serviced to schedule. On the 3008 and 5008 the plain petrol PureTech 130 was replaced by the Hybrid 136, which has a chain, from summer 2023.

Timing chainChain
HYBRID 100, HYBRID 110, HYBRID 136, HYBRID 145, EB2LTED
No fixed replacement interval

The 48V mild hybrid versions of the 1.2 (badged Hybrid 100, 110, 136 or 145) use the third-generation engine, which swapped the wet belt for a timing chain running in oil with no replacement interval. On the 3008 and 5008 the Hybrid 136 replaced the PureTech 130 from summer 2023, and Peugeot's launch material lists the timing chain as a feature. The row carries no fuel type because these cars can be registered as petrol or as hybrids. The plain petrol 1.2 was sold alongside the hybrid with the older wet belt engine for several years, so the badge matters more than the year: check the car says Hybrid, and with the oil filler cap off a wet belt engine shows its belt while a chain engine does not.

Timing belt (cambelt)Belt
1.5 BLUEHDI, DV5
60,000 miles or 5 years, whichever comes first

The 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5, also sold by Ford as the 1.5 EcoBlue) has a conventional DRY timing belt from the crank, which also drives the water pump, plus a short chain inside the engine linking the two camshafts. It is NOT a wet belt, though some parts sellers and blogs call it one. The known fault is that internal camshaft chain, not the belt: the chain was upgraded from 7mm to 8mm around February 2023, and Stellantis extended cover for chain failures on engines built from October 2017 to January 2023 to 10 years / 150,000 miles. No manufacturer belt interval was found (catalogue data for the same engine gives 10 years / 180,000 km); specialists advise 5 years / 60,000 miles, and that shorter figure is recorded.

Timing belt (cambelt)Belt
1.6 HDI, 1.6 E-HDI, DV6
87,000 miles or 10 years, whichever comes first

Generally 10 years or 87,000 to 112,500 miles. Always replace the water pump with the belt.

Timing belt (cambelt)Belt
2.0 HDI, 2.0 BLUEHDI, DW10
125,000 miles or 10 years, whichever comes first

10 years or 125,000 miles. A very robust engine, but the interval should still not be exceeded. Water pump must be done simultaneously.

Always confirm against the vehicle handbook. Intervals vary by engine, and several manufacturers revised theirs after failures in service.

Repair costs are typical UK ranges, not quotes. Actual cost depends on condition and garage.Data last verified: September 2026

Peugeot 3008 buying questions

What are the most common Peugeot 3008 problems?

Three stand out. Engine: heavy oil consumption and internal wear leading to engine failure or replacement (typically 14500 to 56000 miles). Engine: wet timing belt degradation leading to oil pickup blockage, oil starvation (typically 33000 to 65000 miles). Engine: failure of the AdBlue pump, which sits inside the tank and is often linked to urea crystallisation. The full list above is grouped by generation, with typical mileage and a rough repair cost for each.

Which Peugeot 3008 years should I avoid?

No Peugeot 3008 year is a write-off, but the Mk2 (2016 to 2024) carries the most serious faults: engine. The Mk1 (2009 to 2016) has none rated high severity. Year matters less than whether the specific car has had the known fixes, so check the history for them.

What should I check when viewing a used Peugeot 3008?

Ask the seller about the engine faults on this page and whether they have been fixed, with invoices. On the test drive watch for oil level dropping between services with no visible leak, low oil pressure warning light and adBlue/UREA warning light. Read the MOT history for repeat advisories, then paste the advert into the free check, which reads it against all 6 known faults before you travel. Check a Peugeot 3008 advert →

Are there any recalls on the Peugeot 3008?

The DVSA lists 48 safety recalls for the Peugeot 3008 issued between 2013 and 2026. The most recent, from July 2026, is "Wrong Tire Class in CoC". Recall work is done by the manufacturer, and GOV.UK says you will not usually have to pay for it. This list is by model, so it cannot tell you whether one particular car has had the work: the free GOV.UK MOT history check shows a recall status from the registration where the manufacturer shares it, and a franchised dealer can check the VIN.

What is the real MPG of a Peugeot 3008?

Owners report 45.0 mpg on average across the Peugeot 3008 engines with data, about 77% of the official combined figure. The gap between official and real-world economy varies a lot by engine, so the Real MPG page lists every engine and generation separately, from 1,399 owner submissions. Peugeot 3008 Real MPG by engine →

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Where this Peugeot 3008 fault data comes from

If you used to check the Honest John “Good & Bad” section before the site closed in 2026, this page is where that information now lives. We rebuilt the Peugeot 3008 owner-report history from the archived Honest John dataset, added our own research, specialist and owner-club sources and DVSA recall data, and we keep it free. Each fault above is badged with its source. The same data feeds our free advert check, which reads a listing against every known fault for the exact engine and year.

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