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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2016 Peugeot 3008 (Gen 2)

The P84 3008 turned Peugeot's frumpy crossover-MPV into a desirable family SUV, reaching UK buyers from early 2017. The i-Cockpit, 12.3-inch digital dials and a 1.2 PureTech or 1.5/2.0 BlueHDi range made it a Qashqai alternative.

What changed for 2016

  • •1.2 PureTech 130, 1.6 THP 165 and 1.5/2.0 BlueHDi engines
  • •Six-speed manual, EAT6 and eight-speed EAT8 automatics
  • •12.3-inch digital instrument panel and 8-inch capacitive touchscreen
  • •Grip Control plus a Hybrid4 plug-in diesel offered later in the run

Common MOT watch-outs

  • !AdBlue system faults and emissions warnings on BlueHDi cars
  • !Electronic parking brake jamming, affecting parking brake efficiency
  • !Front tyre wear and kerbed 18-inch alloys on GT Line cars
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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).

Est. Repair Cost: £600–£1,800
Warning Signs:

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

What to Inspect:
  • Check belt condition via oil filler cap
  • Verify 0W-30/0W-20 oil usage
  • Check recall status
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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.

Est. Repair Cost: £0–£300
Warning Signs:

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

What to Inspect:
  • Test the touchscreen for responsiveness across all menus
  • Check whether a software update has been applied
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Buying Tips for 2016 Peugeot 3008 (Gen 2)

  • Check the panoramic roof drains and headlining for water stains
  • Test the electronic handbrake through several apply and release cycles
  • On 1.2 PureTech, confirm the wet belt was changed at six years or 60,000 miles
2017–2019
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