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1.6 BlueHDi 75/100/120 (DV6FE / DV6FD / DV6FC, 2013-2019) engine: faults and reliability

PSA/Ford 1.6 HDi, e-HDi, TDCi and BlueHDi (DV6) version

With caution

The mechanics derive from the 8V engines, but the AdBlue system is its main source of faults; check that there are no emissions warnings and whether the car falls within Stellantis's extended warranty.[1][2][3]

Years
2013–2019
Power
75–120 hp
Faults that affect it
2
0 of high or critical severity
Cars that use it
25
in our database

17 sourcesHow we work

What changes in this version

Euro 6 evolution rolled out from September 2013: it keeps the 8-valve base and adds an SCR catalyst with AdBlue injection (17-litre tank) ahead of the additive-fed particulate filter. The 120 hp produces 30.6 mkg (about 300 Nm).[1][4][5][6]

Engine codes of this version: DV6FC, DV6FD, DV6FE, DV6FCTED, DV6FDTED.

Faults of the DV6FC engine

The documented engine faults that affect this version and its years, from most to least important.

  1. 1Medium severityFrequency: Very frequentEmissions controlAdBlue tank and pump fault (1.6 BlueHDi)The 1.6 BlueHDi engines (2013-2019) suffer from the AdBlue tank defect of Stellantis diesels: an emissions warning appears with a countdown until starting is prevented. Replacing the tank, with the integrated pump, costs over €1,000 (price in Spain), but there is an extended warranty of up to 8 years.Repair: €1,000–€1,200
  2. 2Medium severityFrequency: CommonEmissions controlAdditive-fed particulate filter (Eolys cerine): depleted additive and cloggingThe DPF on the 1.6 HDi and BlueHDi works with an additive (cerine) that runs out at 80,000-120,000 km and has to be topped up for around €100-120 (price in Spain). With a lot of town use the filter clogs and the warning appears; if it is left, a new DPF costs around €1,500.Repair (garage): €100–€1,500Appears at around 80,000 km

Cars fitted with the DV6FC engine

Open each car to see all its faults with this engine and what to check before buying it.

Citroën

DS

Peugeot

Toyota

Frequently asked questions

Is the DV6FC engine reliable?

Our verdict is “With caution”. The mechanics derive from the 8V engines, but the AdBlue system is its main source of faults; check that there are no emissions warnings and whether the car falls within Stellantis's extended warranty.[1][2][3]

What faults does the DV6FC engine have?

The documented ones that affect this version, by importance: adBlue tank and pump fault (1.6 BlueHDi) (medium severity) and additive-fed particulate filter (Eolys cerine): depleted additive and clogging (medium severity).

Which cars use the DV6FC engine?

Peugeot 208 I (2012–2019), Peugeot 2008 I (2013–2018), Peugeot 308 II (2013–2018), Peugeot 3008 I (2009–2016), Peugeot 3008 II (2016–2018), Peugeot 5008 I (2009–2017), Peugeot 5008 II (2017–2018), Peugeot 508 I (2010–2018), Peugeot Partner II (2008–2018) and Citroën C3 II (2009–2016), among 15 others.[4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]

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Sources

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  1. Fiabilité 1.6 BlueHDIFiches-Auto.fr · Motoring press · published 9 December 2021 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French
  2. Adblue : problèmes en pagaille ?Fiches-Auto.fr · Motoring press · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French
  3. OCU y BEUC consiguen que Stellantis amplíe la garantía de los coches con AdBlueOCU · Consumer association · published 27 December 2024 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  4. El Grupo PSA lanza la gama de motores Blue HDikm77 · Motoring press · published 16 September 2013 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  5. Prueba de consumo (202): Peugeot Partner Outdoor 1.6-BlueHDi 120 CVkm77 · Motoring press · published 24 December 2015 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  6. El motor 1.6 BlueHDi de 120 CV llega a los Peugeot 208 y Peugeot 2008Motor.es · Motoring press · published 17 February 2015 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  7. PSA introduce mejoras en su motor 1.6 HDiAutopista · Motoring press · published 10 September 2012 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  8. Peugeot DV6CTED engine: specifications and applicationsMyMotorList · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026
  9. Peugeot DV6DTED engine: specifications and applicationsMyMotorList · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026
  10. Motor Peugeot DV6FDTED: especificaciones y aplicacionesMyMotorList · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  11. Motor Peugeot DV6FCTED: especificaciones y aplicacionesMyMotorList · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  12. Peugeot 308 2015, ahora también con el motor diésel BlueHDi de 100 CVMotor.es · Motoring press · published 14 May 2015 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  13. Fiabilité Citroën Peugeot. Le bloc 1.6 HDi 8 soupapes est-il fiable ? (1.6 HDi 112/115)L'argus · Motoring press · published 23 March 2015 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French
  14. Peugeot DV6TED4 engine: specifications and applicationsMyMotorList · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026
  15. Häufige Schäden und die professionelle Reparatur (Turbolader PSA 1,6 HDi)Krafthand · Motoring press · published 6 June 2013 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in German
  16. Boletín de servicio: sustitución del turbo en motores DV6 (versión reducida de la Información de servicio nº 77)Turbotec · Technical documentation · consulted 26 September 2026 · in Spanish
  17. Fiabilité Citroën Peugeot. Le bloc 1.6 HDi 8 soupapes est-il fiable ?L'argus · Motoring press · published 23 March 2015 · consulted 26 September 2026 · in French