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DS DS 3 (2009–2019)Faults with the water pump

Water pump of the DS DS 3: problems and faults

In the DS DS 3 there are 2 documented faults with the water pump: fragile water pump and heat exchanger (1.6 THP engine) and fragile water pump (and expansion tank or heat exchanger, depending on displacement) (1.4/1.6 VTi engine).

Most serious fault: High severity

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Faults by engine

From most to least important. Check the affected years and versions on each page.

Symptoms these faults cause

Parts for the DS DS 3 for faults with the water pump

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Frequently asked questions

What faults with the water pump does the DS DS 3 have?

In the DS DS 3 there are 2 documented faults with the water pump: fragile water pump and heat exchanger (1.6 THP engine) and fragile water pump (and expansion tank or heat exchanger, depending on displacement) (1.4/1.6 VTi engine). Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and how to check for it.

Which engines of the DS DS 3 have faults with the water pump?

The documented faults affect the 1.6 THP and 1.4/1.6 VTi engines. Check the years and versions on each page: they do not always affect every unit.

Have you had a fault with the water pump on your DS DS 3? Tell us at what mileage and how much you paid. Report your fault.

Sources

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  1. Liste des moteurs qui ont des soucis de refroidissementFiches-auto.fr · Motoring press · published April 2025 · consulted 27 September 2026 · in French