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Reliability Guide

Common Problems with the
2016–2018 Peugeot Partner Tepee

We've identified 3 known issues that can affect the 2016–2018 Peugeot Partner Tepee. 2 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
1
Minor

All Known Issues

1.6 HDi Turbocharger Oil Starvation from Carbon Sludge

SeriousEngine

The 1.6 HDi 16-valve engine (DV6TED4) has an oil capacity of just 3.85 litres and utilizes a miniature wire mesh gauze filter inside the hollow banjo bolt supplying oil to the turbocharger bearing core. If oil service intervals are exceeded or incorrect oil grades are used, carbon sludge builds up rapidly. The banjo bolt filter gauze clogs, starving the turbo bearing of oil. The turbocharger bearings overheat, causing high-pitched whining, shaft play, and sudden turbo failure. Replacing the turbo without removing the gauze and performing complete engine flushing causes immediate repeat failure.

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

High-pitched siren-like whining noise from engine bay during acceleration, Sudden loss of turbo boost power accompanied by black or blue exhaust smoke, Engine management warning light illuminated and vehicle entering limp-home mode, Excessive end-float or radial play in turbocharger compressor impeller wheel

What to Inspect:
  • Listen carefully for high-pitched turbo whine when revving engine between 1,500 and 2,500 rpm
  • Examine service history to confirm oil changes occurred at least every 10,000 miles using correct PSA B71 2290 low-SAPS oil
  • Check whether the banjo bolt oil supply filter gauze has been removed in accordance with PSA technical service bulletins
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BlueHDi SCR AdBlue Tank and Injector Failure

SeriousExhaust & Emissions

Post-2015 Euro 6 models with 1.6 BlueHDi diesel engines feature a Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system incorporating an AdBlue urea tank, integrated pressure pump, and exhaust dosing injector. Urea crystallization frequently clogs the dosing injector nozzle, while internal pressure pump and electronic sensor failures inside the tank assembly trigger dashboard warnings. Because the pump is sealed inside the plastic tank, the entire reservoir unit must be replaced at substantial cost.

Est. Repair Cost: £800–£1,400
Warning Signs:

'Emissions Fault - Starting Impossible in XXX miles' countdown warning on dash, Engine management warning lamp illuminated with UREA symbol, White crystallized urea crust around AdBlue filler neck and injector, Diagnostic trouble codes P20EE (SCR efficiency below threshold) or P20A2 stored

What to Inspect:
  • Check instrument cluster on startup to confirm no active UREA or engine management warning lamps
  • Scan OBD-II port for stored SCR or NOx sensor fault codes
  • Check service history to see if the AdBlue tank has been replaced under Peugeot goodwill campaigns
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Twin Sliding Rear Door Roller and Latch Wear

MinorBodywork & Rust

The heavy sliding rear side doors rely on three nylon guide roller assemblies (upper, centre, and lower) that run along metal tracks recessed into the bodywork. Over years of family use, road grit and dirt accumulate in the exposed lower sills, grinding away the nylon rollers and jamming the lower guide brackets. This causes the doors to stick, scrape the paintwork, rattle excessively while driving, or fail to latch completely, triggering false 'door open' warnings on the dashboard.

Est. Repair Cost: £150–£350
Warning Signs:

Sliding door requires excessive physical effort to open or slide along track, Scraping or grinding noise when moving the door along its runner, Persistent door rattle over rough road surfaces, 'Door open' warning light illuminated on instrument cluster despite door being shut

What to Inspect:
  • Slide both rear side doors through their full range of movement from outside and inside the cabin
  • Inspect the painted lower door runner channel behind the sill for dirt, stone chips, and worn roller debris
  • Confirm door latches securely in both the fully open hold-back detent and fully closed position
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Buying Tips for 2016–2018 Peugeot Partner Tepee

  • Inspect the maintenance record for 1.6 HDi diesels meticulously; strict oil changes with correct low-SAPS oil are critical to prevent turbo oil starvation
  • Operate both sliding rear side doors fully from outside and inside; check lower runner tracks for grit and listen for worn rollers or broken latch cables
  • On 2015–2018 Euro 6 BlueHDi models, verify that the instrument cluster displays no active 'Emissions Fault' warnings or countdowns to non-start
  • Inspect the rear suspension coil springs and bump stops, especially on cars used for heavy cargo loading or wheelchair conversion ramps
  • Test air conditioning and electric front windows; check that the overhead Modutop storage compartments and roof vents function cleanly if fitted
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