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Common Problems with the
2016 Peugeot 3008 (Gen 2)

We've identified 2 known issues that can affect the 2016 Peugeot 3008 (Gen 2). 1 of these are serious faults that could be expensive to repair.

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Known Issues
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Serious
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Moderate
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Minor

The 2016 period has 1 more issue than the Peugeot 3008 (Gen 2) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

1.2 PureTech "Wet Belt" Degradation

SeriousEngine

The timing belt runs in oil and can degrade, shedding debris that blocks the oil pickup. This leads to oil starvation, vacuum pump failure, and a dangerous loss of braking assistance (Recall R/2020/331).

Most affected: 1.2 PureTech petrol

Estimated cost: £600–£1,800Affects: 2016–2022Often appears around: 30,000–60,000 miles

Typical symptoms

  • •Low oil pressure warning
  • •Hard brake pedal
  • •Engine fault light
  • •Furry/cracked belt visible through filler cap

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Check belt condition via oil filler cap
  • ✓Verify 0W-30/0W-20 oil usage
  • ✓Check recall status

i-Cockpit Touchscreen Freezing

ModerateElectrics & Electronics

The central touchscreen and i-Cockpit display can suffer from software lag, freezing and random reboots, particularly on earlier 2017-2019 models. Dealer firmware updates often help.

Most affected: All variants with touchscreen

Estimated cost: £0–£300Affects: 2016–2024Often appears around: Any mileage

Typical symptoms

  • •Touchscreen freezes
  • •Settings reset after restart
  • •Black screen on startup

What to inspect before you buy

  • ✓Test the touchscreen for responsiveness across all menus
  • ✓Check whether a software update has been applied

Buying Tips for the 2016 Peugeot 3008 (Gen 2)

  • ✓Check for a comprehensive service history with invoices.
  • ✓Ensure all electronics and dashboard displays function correctly.
  • ✓Test drive the car on various road surfaces to check for suspension noise.
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