1.5 BlueHDi camshaft chain

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

Engine / equipment: 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5): Peugeot 208/2008/308/3008/5008/508/Rifter, Citroën C3/C4/C5 Aircross/Berlingo, Opel, DS, Fiat
Period mentioned: 2017–2023
Symptoms: Rattle from the top of the engine, loss of power; in severe cases the chain breaks and the engine fails.
Possible cause described: The 7 mm chain linking the two camshafts wears prematurely, influenced by soot in the oil. Stellantis replaced it with an 8 mm chain in 2023 and opened an inspection campaign.
Check for the garage: Ask the dealer whether the car is in the campaign (free inspection and replacement if needed) and whether the 8 mm chain is fitted.
Cost cited in the source: €700–1,400 for the chain; €4,000–7,000 if it breaksA rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

€700–1,400 for the chain; €4,000–7,000 if it breaks

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Ask the dealer whether the car is in the campaign (free inspection and replacement if needed) and whether the 8 mm chain is fitted.

What are the symptoms?

Rattle from the top of the engine, loss of power; in severe cases the chain breaks and the engine fails.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Brands: Peugeot, Citroën, DS, Opel, Fiat, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Toyota
Engine / equipment: 1.5 BlueHDi (DV5): Peugeot 208/2008/308/3008/5008/508/Rifter, Citroën C3/C4/C5 Aircross/Berlingo, Opel, DS, Fiat
Period mentioned: 2017–2023

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