Peugeot 208 II Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 54 and 136 hp problems
The Peugeot 208 II used the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) from 2020 (e-208 136 CV and e-208 156 CV 54 kWh). 5 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”. Among the documented engines of the Peugeot 208 II, the safest option is the 1.5 BlueHDi.
Engine score on this car
6.4 out of 10Acceptable reliability
Only counting the faults that affect the versions and years of the 208 II. How we calculate it
Overall score for the Peugeot 208 II
4.0 out of 10Low reliability
Engines, gearbox, suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car. See breakdown
Stellantis e-CMP: motor síncrono de 100 and 115 kW and baterías de 50 a 75 kWh · Electrical
- Names
- e-208 136 CV · e-208 156 CV 54 kWh
- Faults that affect it
- 5 · 3 of high or critical severity
Verdict for the versions 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.[3][4][5]
e-CMP second generation 54 kWh, 156 hp (2022-)since 2022 · 156 hp · eMotors M3
With cautionThis generation is still recent: there are few owner reports and only one campaign of its own (Astra Electric, 2023), but it also inherits the charger and power electronics design of the first. Check for campaigns and remaining warranty.[6][7][8]
Faults that affect the 208 II
- 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.
- Critical severityFrequency: RareElectronicsAstra Electric: communication fault between control units that can make the car move backwards (2023)In 2023 Opel recalled 1,466 Astra L Electrics because a communication fault between the engine control unit and the body control unit misread the immobiliser data, and the car could move in reverse when pulling away on a slope.
- 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 Peugeot 208 II Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 54 and 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…) (since 2020)
Other engines and gearboxes of the Peugeot 208 II
Score for each one with the faults that affect this car, from best to worst.
Faults of the Peugeot 208 II outside the engine
Suspension, brakes, electronics and the rest of the car: they occur with any engine.
- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequentSteeringPoorly tightened steering track rods with risk of loss of control (2020-2021 production)Peugeot recalled the 208 IIs built between December 2020 and April 2021 in February 2023 because the nuts on the steering track rods might not be properly tightened, with a risk of losing control of the car.
- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequentBrakesBrake fluid leak and loss of ABS/ESP due to the EBS valve block (2024 production)The manufacturer recalled Peugeot 208 IIs built between 27 May and 6 June 2024 over an EBS valve block with a casting defect that can cause an internal brake fluid leak and loss of ABS and ESP. The Opel Corsa has an equivalent campaign with different dates.
- Critical severityFrequency: Very frequentAirbags and safetyWindscreen trim clip incorrectly fitted, a risk with the curtain airbag (2023 production)On Peugeot 208 IIs built between June and November 2023, a windscreen trim clip may be fitted rotated by 180 degrees; if the curtain airbag deploys, that trim could come loose.
- Critical severityFrequency: CommonElectronics and infotainmentUnintended acceleration when combining Eco mode with cruise control (2020-2022 production)On Peugeot 208 IIs built between March 2020 and October 2022, combining the Eco driving mode with the cruise control switched on can cause unintended acceleration of up to 30 km/h without the driver pressing the accelerator.
- High severityFrequency: Very frequentTyres and wheelsOriginal tyres with unsuitable rubber that reduces ESP effectiveness (2023 production)Peugeot recalled the 208 IIs built between 28 February and 14 March 2023 because the factory-fitted tyre might have an unsuitable rubber compound that reduces the effectiveness of the stability control (ESP).
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot 208 II Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 54 and 136 hp reliable?
The Peugeot 208 II used the Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) from 2020 (e-208 136 CV and e-208 156 CV 54 kWh). 5 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”. Among the documented engines of the Peugeot 208 II, the safest option is the 1.5 BlueHDi.
What faults does the Peugeot 208 II Stellantis e-CMP (e-208, Corsa-e, ë-C4…) 54 and 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), astra Electric: communication fault between control units that can make the car move backwards (2023) (critical 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 Peugeot 208 II?
The safest option is the 1.5 BlueHDi in its 1.5 BlueHDi with 8 mm chain (from February 2023) version, with a «Buy» verdict.
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Sources
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- Peugeot 208 (e-208)Wikipedia · Other source · consulted 30 October 2026
- Fiabilité Peugeot 208 II (2019-) : pannes et avis des propriétaires (e-208)Fiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- 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
- Fiat 600 : fiabilité, pannes et rappels (600e)Fiches-auto.fr · Reliability study · consulted 30 October 2026 · in French
- Rückruf Opel Astra Electric: Kann in falsche Richtung fahrenauto motor und sport · Motoring press · published 23 November 2023 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in German
- Opel Astra (Astra Electric)Wikipedia · Other source · consulted 30 October 2026
- E-Auto: Rückruf bei Opel, Peugeot, Citroën und DSGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · published 8 June 2023 · consulted 30 October 2026 · in German