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KNOWN FAULT · Peugeot · Citroën · Fiat

Strut top mounts, crankshaft seal and build quality on the Bipper and Nemo

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Engine / equipment
Peugeot Bipper, Citroën Nemo and Fiat Qubo/Fiorino (1.4 petrol and diesel)
Period mentioned
2008–2017
Symptoms
Front strut top bearings that seize; oil leaking from the crankshaft-pulley seal (missing factory sealant); mouldings, arch liner, switches and rear hinges failing early; worn front brakes at inspection; engine mounts breaking on the diesel; a weak battery (warned by a “gong”); the Dualogic gearbox hesitates on short runs.
Possible cause described
Cases collected by Honest John on the three Turkish-built twins.
Check for the garage
Check the top mounts, oil leaks at the front of the engine and brakes; test the battery.
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.

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

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How is it checked?

Check the top mounts, oil leaks at the front of the engine and brakes; test the battery.

What are the symptoms?

Front strut top bearings that seize; oil leaking from the crankshaft-pulley seal (missing factory sealant); mouldings, arch liner, switches and rear hinges failing early; worn front brakes at inspection; engine mounts breaking on the diesel; a weak battery (warned by a “gong”); the Dualogic gearbox hesitates on short runs.

Which cars and years does it affect?
Brands
Peugeot, Citroën, Fiat
Engine / equipment
Peugeot Bipper, Citroën Nemo and Fiat Qubo/Fiorino (1.4 petrol and diesel)
Period mentioned
2008–2017

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