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
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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 (2013–2022)
- 208 1.2 PureTech (2012–2022)
- 3008 1.2 PureTech (2016–2022)
- 308 1.2 PureTech (2013–2021)
- 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 (2010–2018)
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.
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