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2016–2025 Peugeot 3008 · common fault repair costs

What the known faults on this Peugeot 3008 typically cost to put right at a UK independent garage · use the figures to price risk before you bid, and to justify a reduction when something shows up on inspection.

Cost at a glance

Most expensive fault
£250–£1,800
Top three risks, from
£620
Worst case, everything
£9,300

The single priciest documented job on the 2016–2025 Peugeot 3008 is body & corrosion repair at £250–£1,800. Few cars need every repair listed here · treat £1,710–£9,300 as the full exposure if one arrived with all of them.

Cost per fault

BodyworkLow

Misaligned tailgate rubbing against the rear bumper, causing paint damage and rust.

Body & corrosion repair£250–£1,800

Inspect · Open and close the tailgate. Inspect the lower lip of the boot lid and the top edge of the rear bumper for paint scuffs, scoring, or exposed bare metal.

ExhaustHigh

1.5 BlueHDi AdBlue and DPF/NOx sensor faults

DPF forced regen or replacement£250–£1,600

Inspect · Check AdBlue warnings and fault codes

ElectricalMedium

i-Cockpit screen failures and reboot loops

Infotainment repair or software fix£120–£1,200

Inspect · Run the screen through every menu

EngineCritical

1.2 PureTech wet belt failure

Timing / wet belt kit + water pump£450–£1,100

Inspect · Belt evidence and oil inspection

SuspensionMedium

Rear shock absorbers knocking or leaking fluid over uneven surfaces.

Suspension refresh (per axle)£250–£1,100

Inspect · Bounce the rear end of the vehicle to listen for a distinct clunk. Shine a torch inside the rear arches to check for dark oil misting on the damper bodies.

Heating & VentilationMedium

Heater matrix partial blockage causing cold air on the passenger side.

Air-con regas or compressor£90–£900

Inspect · Set the dual-zone climate control to maximum heat. Run the engine for a minute and check if the passenger side vents blow noticeably cooler than the driver side.

ElectricalLow

Keyless entry capacitive door handle sensors failing due to water ingress.

Electrical diagnosis & module repair£120–£900

Inspect · With the key fob in your pocket, touch the ridges on the outside of both front door handles to lock, then pull the handle to unlock. Ensure both sides respond.

TransmissionMedium

EAT8 automatic harsh shifting when fluid is old

Routine repair£180–£700

Inspect · Test kickdown and low-speed shifts

Ranges are indicative parts-and-labour costs at a UK independent garage, inclusive of VAT. Franchised dealers typically sit 40–80% higher, and prestige or electrified variants sit at the top of each band. Always get a written quote before committing.

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