{"id":2087,"date":"2025-04-22T10:13:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T10:13:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puretechlegal.com\/cambio-de-correa-motores-puretech-precios-y-soluciones\/"},"modified":"2025-06-11T16:54:03","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T16:54:03","slug":"cambio-de-correa-motores-puretech-precios-y-soluciones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puretechlegal.com\/en\/cambio-de-correa-motores-puretech-precios-y-soluciones\/","title":{"rendered":"Timing Belt Replacement on 1.2 PureTech Engines: Prices and Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2087\" class=\"elementor elementor-2087 elementor-1819\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21e987d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"21e987d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a77908 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5a77908\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have a car with a <\/span><b>1.2 PureTech<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> engine from Peugeot, Citro\u00ebn, Opel or DS, you are likely concerned about the <\/span><b>timing belt replacement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This component is crucial for the proper functioning of the engine, but in recent years it has caused issues due to <\/span><b>premature wear<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we explain <\/span><b>how much it costs to change the timing belt in a 1.2 PureTech engine, when it needs to be done, and what solutions are available to prevent major problems<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b3685b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1b3685b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6d1b3b0 elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"6d1b3b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:&quot;.elementor-element-6203699, .elementor-element-12473c6, .elementor-element-7cffaf6, .wpr-grid-item-title.elementor-repeater-item-95abf14&quot;,&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__6d1b3b0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__6d1b3b0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__6d1b3b0\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-823340b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"823340b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Why is it Important to Change the Timing Belt in the 1.2 PureTech Engine?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Function of the Timing Belt<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The timing belt synchronises the movement of the <\/span><b>crankshaft and camshaft<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, allowing the valves and pistons to work in perfect harmony. If the belt breaks or wears out, the engine can suffer <\/span><b>serious breakdowns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and even become <\/span><b>unusable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Common Issues in 1.2 PureTech Engines Related to the Belt<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>Premature Wear and Serious Breakdowns<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the major issues detected in <\/span><b>1.2 PureTech engines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the accelerated wear of the timing belt. It has been reported that in some cases it <\/span><b>deteriorates before reaching 60.000 km<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, when it should last up to 180.000 km according to the manufacturer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Affected Models and Reported Cases<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The models with the highest incidence of failures are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Peugeot<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 208, 308, 3008, 2008<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Citro\u00ebn<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: C3, C4, C4 Picasso, Cactus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Opel<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Grandland X, Corsa 1.2<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>DS<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: DS3, DS7 Crossback<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jeep<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Renegade<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owners have reported in <\/span><b>automotive forums<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that they have had to change the belt much earlier than recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>When Should the Timing Belt Replacement Be Done?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Manufacturer&#8217;s Recommendations<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peugeot and Citro\u00ebn originally indicated that the <\/span><b>timing belt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be replaced at <\/span><b>180.000 km or 10 years<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, due to the detected problems, some dealerships now recommend doing it starting from <\/span><b>80.000 &#8211; 100.000 km<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Warning Signs of Wear<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you notice any of these symptoms, it <\/span><b>may be time to change the timing belt<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2705 <\/span><b>Unusual noises<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the engine, such as a hum or squeak.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2705 <\/span><b>Loss of power<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or irregular engine response.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2705 <\/span><b>Check engine light<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the dashboard.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2705 <\/span><b>Presence of rubber residues in the engine oil<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a sign that the belt is deteriorating.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Consequences of Not Replacing on Time<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the timing belt breaks, <\/span><b>the engine can be completely damaged<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This could cost you <\/span><b>between \u20ac2.000 and \u20ac6.000 in repairs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or even render the car unusable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Price of Timing Belt Replacement in 1.2 PureTech Engines<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Average Prices in Official Services and Independent Workshops<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>How much does it cost to change the timing belt in a 1.2 PureTech engine?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prices may vary depending on the workshop and region, but the most common ranges are:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Workshop Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Approximate Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peugeot\/Citro\u00ebn Official Service<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20ac800 &#8211; \u20ac1.200<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Independent Workshop<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20ac400 &#8211; \u20ac800<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialised Multibrand Workshop<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u20ac500 &#8211; \u20ac900<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <\/span><b>official workshops<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the price is higher because it includes the <\/span><b>water pump and tensioners<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the repair.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Factors Influencing the Final Price<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of timing belt replacement can vary depending on: \u2714\ufe0f <\/span><b>Workshop labour<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (official ones are more expensive).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2714\ufe0f <\/span><b>Additional parts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (water pump, tensioners, etc.).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2714\ufe0f <\/span><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (higher prices in big cities).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Does Stellantis Cover the Belt Replacement?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some owners have managed to get <\/span><b>Stellantis to cover the cost<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the repair if the car is <\/span><b>less than 5 years old or has less than 100.000 km<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is advisable to go to the <\/span><b>official service<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to verify if this warranty can be applied.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Can I Claim the Cost of Timing Belt Replacement?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have already replaced the <\/span><b>timing belt of your 1.2 PureTech engine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or are about to do so, it is important to know that <\/span><b>you should not have had to bear this expense<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This premature failure is a <\/span><b>manufacturing defect<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and many brands have tried to avoid taking responsibility for repairs out of warranty. <\/span><b>However, those affected have the right to claim.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>How can I claim?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From <\/span><b>PureTech Legal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we are organising a <\/span><b>collective claim<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to demand that Peugeot, Citro\u00ebn, Opel, and DS <\/span><b>take responsibility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>compensate the affected parties<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the repair costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Who can join the collective claim?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If <\/span><b>you have replaced the timing belt before the recommended time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If <\/span><b>your car experienced breakdowns related to premature belt wear<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the dealership <\/span><b>denied you free repair despite a recognised fault<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>What can you achieve by claiming?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2714\ufe0f <\/span><b>Refund of the money spent<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on engine repair.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2714\ufe0f <\/span><b>Recognition from the brand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and possible warranty extension for affected parties.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2714\ufe0f <\/span><b>Preventing other owners from having to pay for a failure that should not occur.<\/b><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have a car with a 1.2 PureTech engine from Peugeot, Citro\u00ebn, Opel or DS, you are likely concerned about the timing belt replacement. This component is crucial for the proper functioning of the engine, but in recent years it has caused issues due to premature wear. 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