Peugeot 207 1.4 / 1.6 VTi common problems.

Engine / equipment

Naturally aspirated 1.4 and 1.6 VTi from the Prince family (EP3/EP6C), including the MINI One and Cooper 1.4/1.6 (N12/N16)

Period mentioned

2006–2017

Symptoms

Chain rattle on cold starts, unstable idle, stalling and an engine light with variable valve timing codes (P1030, P1062, P101A, P1025).

Possible cause described

The chain stretches and the tensioner fails early, often before 100,000 km. A stretched chain throws the timing out and makes the Valvetronic learning fail, which gets mistaken for a Valvetronic fault.

Check for the garage

Listen to a cold start and check the timing and chain condition before replacing Valvetronic parts or repeating adaptations.

Cost cited in the source

Tensioner and chain: approx. €750–1,700 (converted from dollars)A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Mileage cited in the database: up to 100,000 km. This is not a maintenance interval and does not predict a failure.

Sources from the original database

Engine / equipment

PSA/Renault AL4 (DP0) four-speed automatic in Peugeot 206, 207, 307, 308, 406 and 407, Citroën C3, C4, C5, Xsara and Xsara Picasso, and DS3

Period mentioned

Approx. 2000–2015

Symptoms

The “Sport” and “Snow” lights flash together or “Gearbox fault” appears; very harsh shifts before the gearbox goes into limp mode in 3rd (only 3rd and reverse). It often happens when cold or after a few minutes' driving and clears after restarting the engine.

Possible cause described

The control unit sees a difference between calculated and actual pressure. The most cited cause is the pressure regulation solenoid (EPDE), though internal leaks or the pressure sensor are also possible. With badly degraded fluid, the fluid wear counter also triggers limp mode. Some owners replace the solenoid without fixing it.

Check for the garage

Read the codes with PSA-compatible equipment (Diagbox/Lexia) and log line pressure while driving, especially when cold. Check fluid level and condition and, if changed, use the specified fluid and reset the wear counter. Also check the lever position switch.

Cost cited in the source

No verifiable estimate in the sources; the solenoid is a replacement part and, according to a forum, it can be changed without removing the gearbox.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

Engine / equipment

1.4 / 1.6 VTi in the Peugeot 207

Period mentioned

2006–2014

Symptoms

[1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Engine warning light on; [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Hard starting; [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Engine warning light on (until the end of production); [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Coolant level drops; Coolant leak (up to 01/10/2012); Oil leak; Engine noise; Intermittent excessive oil consumption (over 0.25 l per 1,000 km) (up to 01/04/2013); Coolant temperature light (up to 04/12/2013)

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) [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Engine warning light on: Catalytic converter. 2) [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Hard starting: Vacuum pump or camshaft rings. 3) [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Engine warning light on (until the end of production): Cylinder head. 4) [1.4 VTi/1.6 VTi] Coolant level drops: Cylinder head gasket. 5) Coolant leak (up to 01/10/2012): Water pump. 6) Oil leak: Oil pump solenoid valve (up to 19/12/2012) or timing tensioner seal (until the end of production). 7) Engine noise: Tensioner, timing chain and vacuum pump. 8) Intermittent excessive oil consumption (over 0.25 l per 1,000 km) (up to 01/04/2013): Engine. 9) Coolant temperature light (up to 04/12/2013): Temperature sensor.

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

Engine / equipment

Peugeot 207, all engines

Period mentioned

2006–2014

Symptoms

[5-speed manual] Gearbox noise or even failure on the 1.4 HDi (from 02/01/2006 to 30/11/2007); [5-speed manual] 5th gear will not engage (up to 02/06/2008); [5-speed manual] Release bearing failure (from 01/01/2007 to 31/01/2010); [5-speed manual] Clutch slip (all engines up to 01/09/2010, and the 1.4 HDi from 01/11/2010 to 31/05/2012); [other] 4-speed automatic gearbox faults (from 01/01/2007 to 31/01/2011); [other] Jumps out of 2nd (6-speed manual)

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) [5-speed manual] Gearbox noise or even failure on the 1.4 HDi (from 02/01/2006 to 30/11/2007): Gearbox to be replaced. 2) [5-speed manual] 5th gear will not engage (up to 02/06/2008): 5th gear hub. 3) [5-speed manual] Release bearing failure (from 01/01/2007 to 31/01/2010): Clutch release bearing to be replaced. 4) [5-speed manual] Clutch slip (all engines up to 01/09/2010, and the 1.4 HDi from 01/11/2010 to 31/05/2012): Clutch to be replaced. 5) [other] 4-speed automatic gearbox faults (from 01/01/2007 to 31/01/2011): Pressure solenoid valve. 6) [other] Jumps out of 2nd (6-speed manual): Gearbox control module.

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

Engine / equipment

Peugeot 207, all engines

Period mentioned

2006–2014

Symptoms

Front axle noise; ABS/ESP light on; Heavy steering (up to 05/12/2007); Steering column out of adjustment (up to 01/06/2008); Steering warning light on (from 04/01/2010 to 31/01/2013); Knocking at the front right (up to 26/01/2014)

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) Front axle noise: Shock absorber top mount (up to 01/07/2007) or torque rod (up to 19/08/2009). 2) ABS/ESP light on: ABS control unit (up to 10/09/2007) or ABS/ESP unit. 3) Heavy steering (up to 05/12/2007): Steering rack. 4) Steering column out of adjustment (up to 01/06/2008): Column to be replaced. 5) Steering warning light on (from 04/01/2010 to 31/01/2013): Power steering motor. 6) Knocking at the front right (up to 26/01/2014): Engine mount to be replaced.

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

Engine / equipment

Peugeot 207, all engines

Period mentioned

2006–2014

Symptoms

Manual air conditioning fault (up to 02/12/2007); Air conditioning does not cool (up to 05/12/2007); Multifunction display goes blank

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) Manual air conditioning fault (up to 02/12/2007): Blower. 2) Air conditioning does not cool (up to 05/12/2007): Compressor. 3) Multifunction display goes blank: Display to be replaced.

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

Engine / equipment

Peugeot 207 CC (convertible), all engines

Period mentioned

2006–2014

Symptoms

Water gets in at the front of the roof; Roof stops part-way when closing

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) Water gets in at the front of the roof: Seal. 2) Roof stops part-way when closing: Hydraulic unit to be replaced.

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