Peugeot 308 (III) Hybrid 180 / 225: known faults of the engine according to L'argus

Engine / equipment

Hybrid 180 / 225 in the Peugeot 308 (III)

Period mentioned

2021–2026

Symptoms

Electric driving mode unavailable (up to 04/07/2022); Coolant leak (up to 14/12/2022); Engine overheating; "Electric drive system fault" message; Service light with a warning message and battery cannot be charged (up to 11/03/2024)

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) Electric driving mode unavailable (up to 04/07/2022): Control unit reprogramming or on-board charger replacement. 2) Coolant leak (up to 14/12/2022): 4-way valve of the heating circuit. 3) Engine overheating: Water pump friction wheel. 4) "Electric drive system fault" message: Battery. 5) Service light with a warning message and battery cannot be charged (up to 11/03/2024): Traction battery.

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