PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023)
PSA · 1.2L Turbo I3
2014–2023
"Wet timing belt stretches and snaps. Oil consumption. Class-action. Engine of the Year but unreliable. Check belt urgently."
Mileage Risk Timeline
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Known Issues 2
Wet timing belt disintegration — catastrophic
▸No warning — sudden engine failure, loss of timing
Belt immersed in oil degrades. Particles clog engine. Stellantis compensation portal launched May 2025. Extended warranty 10yr/180k km.
AVOID pre-2023. If already owned: verify if Stellantis compensation applies. Apply via stellantis-compensation.com portal.
Oil consumption via belt wear particles
▸Oil level drops, sludge in oil, belt particles in filter
Belt particles contaminate oil causing consumption and sludge. Secondary to main belt issue.
If pre-2023 PureTech: check oil frequently and inspect for metal/rubber particles.
Models with PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023) 16
Wet belt issue pre-2023
Wet belt issue pre-2023
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Wet belt issue pre-2023
Wet belt issue pre-2023
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PSA PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023) reliable?
The PSA PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023) scores 40/100 with a verdict of AVOID. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €3,000 and €9,000.
What are the common problems with the PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023)?
The most common issues are:
- Wet timing belt disintegration — catastrophic — critical, repair cost €3,000–€8,000, 40,000 km–120,000 km
- Oil consumption via belt wear particles — high, repair cost €0–€1,000, 30,000 km–100,000 km
What cars use the PSA PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023)?
The PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023) is found in:
- 2008 1.2 PureTech (2014–2022)
- 208 1.2 PureTech (2014–2022)
- 3008 1.2 PureTech (2016–2022)
- 308 1.2 PureTech (2014–2021)
- 5008 1.2 PureTech (2017–2022)
- Astra 1.2 PureTech (2021–2024)
- Avenger 1.2 PureTech (2022–2024)
- Berlingo 1.2 PureTech (2018–2024)
- C3 1.2 PureTech (2016–2022)
- C4 1.2 PureTech (2014–2018)
How much does it cost to repair the PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023)?
Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €3,000 to €9,000. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023) produced?
The PSA PureTech 1.2T (pre-2023) was produced from 2014 to 2023. It is a 1199cc I3 petrol turbo engine.
Scores are calculated from documented issues, repair costs, and failure patterns across thousands of owner reports and technical sources. Learn about our methodology. Always inspect before you buy.