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2019–2022 Peugeot 208 (Gen 2)

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Common Problems & Reliability

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The 2019–2022 Peugeot 208 (Gen 2) has 4 known issues. 2 of these are classified as serious faults that could be expensive to repair. 2 are moderate concerns worth inspecting before purchase.

PureTech "Wet Belt" Degradation

Serious

Wet-belt risk on 1.2 engines. Debris can block the oil pickup, leading to vacuum pump failure and loss of braking assistance (Recall R/2020/331). 10-year UK warranty applies.

Symptoms: Oil pressure warning, Hard brake pedal

Est. repair cost: £600–£1,800

AdBlue System Faults (BlueHDi)

Serious

The AdBlue tank, pump and injector on BlueHDi diesels can fail, triggering UREA warnings and eventually a non-start countdown. Replacement tanks are expensive.

Symptoms: UREA warning light, Engine management light...

Est. repair cost: £800–£1,500

i-Cockpit Display and Touchscreen Glitches

Moderate

The i-Cockpit digital instrument cluster and central touchscreen can suffer from software lag, random reboots and settings resets. Early 2020 models are worst affected and may need a firmware update from a dealer.

Symptoms: Instrument cluster goes black, Touchscreen freezes mid-drive...

Est. repair cost: £0–£300

EAT8 Automatic Gearbox Judder

Moderate

The EAT8 torque-converter auto can develop a judder or shudder between 1st and 3rd gear, especially from cold. Software updates have been issued but some cars need mechatronic unit work.

Symptoms: Judder when pulling away, Shudder through 2nd and 3rd gear...

Est. repair cost: £200–£1,200

View detailed Peugeot 208 (Gen 2) fault guide

Buying Tips for the 2019–2022 Peugeot 208 (Gen 2)

  • ✓Check i-Cockpit for reboots
  • ✓Verify PureTech belt condition (pre-2023)

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