DS DS 3 Crossback Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 136 hp problems
The DS DS 3 Crossback used the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) from 2019 to 2022 (DS 3 Crossback E-Tense 136 CV). 4 documented faults affect it; the most important is “loss of traction from a high-voltage system cut-out (‘electric traction fault’ warning)” (high severity, occasional). Our verdict: “With caution”. It is the safest option among the documented engines of the DS DS 3 Crossback.
Engine score on this car
6.4 out of 10Acceptable reliability
Only counting the faults that affect the versions and years of the DS 3 Crossback. How we calculate it
Overall score for the DS DS 3 Crossback
4.8 out of 10Low reliability
Engines, gearbox, suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car. See breakdown
Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…)
Safest optionStellantis e-CMP: motor síncrono de 100 and 115 kW and baterías de 50 a 75 kWh · Electrical
- Name
- DS 3 Crossback E-Tense 136 CV
- Faults that affect it
- 4 · 2 of high or critical severity
Verdict for the version it uses
e-CMP 50 kWh, 136 hp (2019-2024)2019–2024 · 136 hp
With cautionCars built before 2022 may have two outstanding campaigns: one for a high-voltage power cut (2022) and one for battery control calibration (2023). Check with the VIN that they were carried out. The battery, on the other hand, holds up well: Aviloo measures a median of 94% at 50,000 km and 90.7% at 150,000 km in the e-208 and Corsa-e.[2][3][4]
Faults that affect the DS 3 Crossback
Only those that affect the versions and years that this car used. The Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) has 5 documented faults in total.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalPower electronicsLoss of traction from a high-voltage system cut-out (‘electric traction fault’ warning)In 2022 Stellantis recalled the 2019-2020 e-208, e-2008, DS 3 E-Tense and Corsa-e because a high-voltage circuit safety system, set too sensitively, could cut the power and leave the car without traction.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalTraction batteryTraction battery control calibration: motor cut-out from faulty readings (2022)A faulty software calibration of the battery control unit could misread the cell voltage or temperature and trigger an emergency motor cut-out. It affected Stellantis and Toyota electric cars built in 2022.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalChargingOn-board charger and charging port: AC charging refused or interruptedOwners of the e-208, e-2008, Corsa-e, ë-C4 and 600e mainly cite faults with the on-board charger, the cable lock or the charging port, which stop AC charging even when the battery is healthy.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalElectronicsFaulty air-conditioning compressor that can cut the drivetrain (2023)In 2023 the KBA published a campaign for Opel, Peugeot, Citroën and DS electric cars over a faulty air-conditioning compressor that can cause the drivetrain to disconnect. It is fixed with a software update.
All versions and faults of the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…)
What to check before buying a used DS DS 3 Crossback Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 136 hp
Each point comes from a documented fault that affects this car. You can tick them off as you inspect it.
If it has the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) (2019–2022)
Other engines and gearboxes of the DS DS 3 Crossback
Score for each one with the faults that affect this car, from best to worst.
Faults of the DS DS 3 Crossback outside the engine
Suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car: they occur with any engine.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalBrakesWrongly positioned brake hose, with a risk of breakage (built April-December 2019)DS recalled DS3 Crossbacks built between April and December 2019 because the brake hose may be wrongly positioned, which over time can lead to it breaking and a brake fluid leak.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalElectrical systemRisk of a short circuit in the 12 V battery under the bonnet (built February-July 2020)DS recalled DS3 Crossbacks built between February and July 2020 because a short circuit can occur in the 12 V battery under the bonnet, which increases the risk of fire while charging or driving.
- Critical severityFrequency: RareSuspensionFront subframe bolt not tightened properly, with a risk of loss of control (built February 2021)DS recalled DS3 Crossbacks built in February 2021 because a bolt on the front subframe may not be tightened properly, which can cause a loss of stability and of control of the vehicle.
- High severityFrequency: RareSuspensionWrongly fitted suspension springs, with a risk of corrosion and breakage (built November 2021)DS recalled DS3 Crossbacks built in November 2021 because the suspension springs may be wrongly fitted, which damages their coating, encourages corrosion and can end up breaking the spring.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the DS DS 3 Crossback Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 136 hp reliable?
The DS DS 3 Crossback used the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) from 2019 to 2022 (DS 3 Crossback E-Tense 136 CV). 4 documented faults affect it; the most important is “loss of traction from a high-voltage system cut-out (‘electric traction fault’ warning)” (high severity, occasional). Our verdict: “With caution”. It is the safest option among the documented engines of the DS DS 3 Crossback.
What faults does the DS DS 3 Crossback Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 136 hp have?
The documented ones that affect this car are: loss of traction from a high-voltage system cut-out (‘electric traction fault’ warning) (high severity), traction battery control calibration: motor cut-out from faulty readings (2022) (high severity), on-board charger and charging port: AC charging refused or interrupted (medium severity) and faulty air-conditioning compressor that can cut the drivetrain (2023) (medium severity).
Which engine should you choose for the DS DS 3 Crossback?
None has a «Buy» verdict; the safest option is the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…), with a «With caution» verdict.
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Sources
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- DS 3 Crossback (E-Tense)Wikipedia · Other source · consulted 30 October 2026
- Peugeot e-208, e-2008, DS 3 e-Tense. Un rappel de 5 761 exemplairesL'argus · Motoring press · published 20 April 2022 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- E-Fahrzeug-Rückruf: E-Motor könnte ausfallenauto motor und sport · Motoring press · published 1 March 2023 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in German
- Ni un solo eléctrico baja del 86 % de batería: 500.000 tests miden la degradación de 20 modelos a los 150.000 kmtestcoches.es · Reliability study · published 4 September 2026 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in Spanish
- Fiabilité Peugeot 208 II (2019-) : pannes et avis des propriétaires (e-208)Fiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- Fiat 600 : fiabilité, pannes et rappels (600e)Fiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- E-Auto: Rückruf bei Opel, Peugeot, Citroën und DSGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · published 8 June 2023 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in German