KNOWN FAULTS · Peugeot
Peugeot 207 1.6 THP common problems.
2006–2014 · Petrol
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7 known faults with sources
1.6 THP chain and tensionerValve timing
- Engine / equipment
- 1.6 THP / VTi (EP6, PSA-BMW “Prince” engine): Peugeot 207/208/308/3008/5008/508/RCZ, Citroën C4/C5/C4 Picasso, DS 3/4/5
- Period mentioned
- Approx. 2007–2018
- Symptoms
- Metallic rattle for several seconds after a cold start; engine light for timing deviation.
- Possible cause described
- The chain stretches and the tensioner is soft. Later units have a revised chain and tensioner, which reduce but do not eliminate the fault.
- Check for the garage
- Listen to a cold start and check whether the chain was replaced with the revised parts.
- Cost cited in the source
- Approx. €800–1,500 (converted from dollars)A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Sources from the original database
View full entryApplies if: Only if fitted with the automatic gearbox described in the record.
AL4 / DP0 automatic gearbox pressure regulationAutomatic gearbox
- 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
FrenchCarForum: AL4 fault with P1167 and the solenoid blockFrenchCarForum: 307 AL4 in limp mode when coldFrenchCarForum: 406 AL4, codes and oil counterFrenchCarForum: AL4 pressure solenoid valveFrenchCarForum: Sport and Snow lights flashing
View full entryPeugeot 207 1.6 THP: known faults of the engine according to L'argusEngine
- Engine / equipment
- 1.6 THP in the Peugeot 207
- Period mentioned
- 2006–2014
- Symptoms
- [1.6 THP] Loss of power; 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) [1.6 THP] Loss of power: High-pressure pump (up to 30/04/2013), cylinder head or turbo cleaning (until the end of production). 2) Coolant leak (up to 01/10/2012): Water pump. 3) Oil leak: Oil pump solenoid valve (up to 19/12/2012) or timing tensioner seal (until the end of production). 4) Engine noise: Tensioner, timing chain and vacuum pump. 5) Intermittent excessive oil consumption (over 0.25 l per 1,000 km) (up to 01/04/2013): Engine. 6) 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
View full entryPeugeot 207: known faults of the gearbox and transmission according to L'argusGearbox
- 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
View full entryPeugeot 207: known faults of the chassis, steering and brakes according to L'argusSuspension and steering
- 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
View full entryPeugeot 207: known faults of the electronics and interior according to L'argusElectrical and electronic systems
- 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
View full entryApplies if: Only the 207 CC (convertible).
Peugeot 207: known faults of the bodywork according to L'argusBodywork
- 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
View full entryOther engines of the Peugeot 207
- 1.4 / 1.6 VTiPetrol
- 1.4 HDiDiesel
- 1.6 HDiDiesel
- All known faults for the Peugeot 207