Peugeot 3008 (I) 1.6 VTi: known faults of the engine according to L'argus

Engine / equipment

1.6 VTi in the Peugeot 3008 (I)

Period mentioned

2009–2016

Symptoms

Excessive oil consumption (up to 20/10/2013); Temperature light on (up to 12/11/2013); [1.6 VTi/1.6 THP] Coolant leak (up to 01/10/2012); [1.6 VTi/1.6 THP] Oil leak (up to 19/12/2012)

Possible cause described

According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) Excessive oil consumption (up to 20/10/2013): Cylinder head or engine. 2) Temperature light on (up to 12/11/2013): Temperature sensor. 3) [1.6 VTi/1.6 THP] Coolant leak (up to 01/10/2012): Water pump. 4) [1.6 VTi/1.6 THP] Oil leak (up to 19/12/2012): Oil pump solenoid valve.

Check for the garage

Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.

Cost cited in the source

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database