Thinking about buying a used Peugeot 2008 (2013–2020) in New Zealand? We've documented 6 known faults for this model spanning engine, electrical, cooling, and interior. Each researched and verified before it's published. The most serious issues here are rated critical. Two are set out in full below — the rest, with the symptoms, repair costs and checks for each, are free with an account.
6
Documented faults
Critical
Most serious
$300–$1,500
Typical repair
4
Systems covered
Known Peugeot 2008 faults
Every fault below is documented specifically for this model — researched and verified before it’s published.
011.2 PureTech wet timing belt still needs early replacement (P24)
CriticalCommonEngine $1,200–$9,000 to fix
The second-generation 2008 keeps the 1.2 PureTech turbo with an oil-immersed timing belt. Stellantis revised the belt material and shortened the change interval after the earlier failures, but the fundamental design is unchanged and belt debris can still block the oil pickup if servicing is neglected or the wrong oil is used. On a low-mileage recent car the risk is lower, but the belt is a scheduled wear item, not lifetime.
Symptoms to notice
Oil-pressure light flicker at idle or under braking
Rubbery flecks or sludge on the oil filler cap
Engine rattle when cold
No belt-change record approaching the revised interval
What to check
Check the service book for the wet-belt interval and whether it is coming due. Confirm servicing has used the correct Stellantis-approved 5W-30 oil at or under 10,000km/1-year intervals. Inspect the oil filler cap for rubber debris.
Where to look: Timing belt at the right-hand end of the engine, running in oil; sump oil pickup
Ask the seller
“When is the wet belt due and what is the current interval?”
“Has every service used the approved oil?”
“Any oil-pressure warnings?”
02i-Cockpit digital dash and infotainment software bugs
MinorCommonInterior $0–$1,500 to fix
The P24 2008 uses a digital instrument cluster and a large touchscreen for almost everything including climate. Owners report screen freezes, blank or flickering digital dials, laggy responses and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto dropouts. These are annoyance-level software faults but the reliance on the screen for climate and key functions makes a glitchy unit a real usability problem.
Symptoms to notice
Digital dash blanks or flickers
Touchscreen freezes or reboots
CarPlay/Android Auto disconnects
Climate controls slow to respond
What to check
Sit with the car and work through the screen, climate and phone mirroring for several minutes, watching for freezes or a blank digital dash. Restart the car to see if the cluster comes up cleanly. Ask if a software update has been done, as many bugs are fixed that way.
Where to look: Digital instrument cluster and centre touchscreen
Ask the seller
“Does the digital dash or screen ever blank out?”
“Is the infotainment software up to date?”
“Does phone mirroring stay connected?”
EngineCritical
ElectricalMajor
CoolingMajor
ElectricalMinor
4 more documented faults on the Peugeot 2008
Symptoms, what to check, where to look and what to ask the seller — for every fault above. Free with an account, no card needed. One account covers one vehicle, so make it the car you’re actually looking at.
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Like any used car, it depends on the specific example and its service history. Across the 6 documented faults for the Peugeot 2008, the recurring problem areas are engine, electrical, and cooling. A Peugeot 2008 with a full service history and no signs of the issues listed on this page can be a sound buy but each one needs to be checked individually before you commit.
What are the most common problems with a used Peugeot 2008?
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We've catalogued 6 known faults for the Peugeot 2008, covering engine, electrical, and cooling. Two are written out in full on this page. The rest — with the symptoms to notice, what to inspect, and typical repair costs for each — are free once you create an account.
How much do repairs cost on a Peugeot 2008?
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Most single repairs on the Peugeot 2008 fall between $300–$1,500 at NZ independent-workshop rates. Some of the 6 documented faults cost less and a few cost considerably more, and no one car needs them all. Knowing which ones to look for before you view is what lets you negotiate the price down or walk away.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a Peugeot 2008?
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Yes. A Peugeot 2008 inspection focused on its known weak points is the single best way to avoid an expensive mistake. KickTyres gives you a guided, model-specific inspection plus a market valuation and negotiation figure for $17.90 far less than the cost of missing one of the faults on this page.