Peugeot e-208 Electric Mk1

The most significant known issue across all Stellantis eCMP electric vehicles. The Mahle-manufactured 11 kW three-phase onboard charger (CAOBC1) can fail completely, leaving the car unable to AC charge — only DC fast charging works until repaired. Failing units often lose the ability to charge on all three phases first, dropping from 11 kW to around 7 kW before failing entirely. Some cases even damaged the owner's home wallbox charger. The OBC costs approximately €2,200-3,800 for replacement at a dealer, and the unit must be dealer-coded to the vehicle (salvage parts cannot be used). ACtronics offers remanufactured units as a cheaper alternative. Stellantis extended OBC warranty to 4 years from April 2021 and has begun replacing failed Mahle units with VMAX chargers from a Chinese manufacturer, which charge consistently at 10.3-10.4 kW and have proven much more reliable. Cars built 2020-2022 with the original Mahle unit are most at risk. Post-2023 production generally uses the improved VMAX unit.

The e-208 draws parasitic current even when off, and the MyPeugeot smartphone app polling the car accelerates the drain significantly. Some owners report the 12V battery dying within 3-5 days of inactivity. The car becomes completely unresponsive — no lights, no unlocking, no starting — despite the main 50 kWh battery being fully charged. A low 12V battery also triggers cascading false warnings including proximity key failure, ABS faults, and traction system errors. The 12V AGM battery costs €150-250 for the part plus €50-100 for dealer fitting and coding. A software update helped reduce parasitic drain on some cars. If the main battery drops below approximately 20%, the car stops recharging the 12V battery, further accelerating drain. Expect to replace the 12V battery every 3-4 years. Using a trickle charger or keeping the car driven regularly prevents the issue.

A catch-all warning that can be triggered by multiple root causes. In many cases, a faulty or weak 12V battery is the underlying cause — replacing it resolves the error. Other triggers include faulty wheel speed sensors (€200-300 to replace), AC compressor stator wiring faults, or BSI software bugs. Some owners report the car shuddering to a halt and locking into Park. A temporary fix is to leave the car switched off for 15 minutes before restarting. The AC compressor issue was addressed by a recall (MF9) for cars built with certain AC compressor variants — a software update prevents the compressor failure from shutting down the entire powertrain. More serious cases involving hardware replacement can cost up to €1,500, but the majority resolve with a 12V battery replacement or software update at minimal cost.

The i-Cockpit touchscreen can freeze, become unresponsive, or go completely black on startup. This is particularly disruptive because climate controls are managed through the touchscreen — losing it means no heating or air conditioning adjustments. The issue is a firmware problem that Peugeot has partially addressed through software updates. A workaround is to hold the phone button on the steering wheel for 10+ seconds to force a reboot, or disconnect the 12V battery negative terminal for 10 seconds. In persistent cases, the infotainment module needs replacement (€400-500 at a dealer). The digital instrument cluster continues functioning independently. The 2024 facelift introduced a revised 10-inch screen with improved firmware.

The absence of engine noise in the e-208 makes interior rattles far more noticeable than in the petrol 208. The most common sources are the front pillar speaker covers, which can vibrate loose over rough roads, and the dashboard trim around the i-Cockpit instruments. Door handle mechanisms also contribute to rattling noises in some cars. While not a mechanical concern, it is one of the most frequently mentioned owner complaints. Peugeot dealers can refit speaker covers and trim clips under warranty. Aftermarket adhesive felt pads on contact points provide a permanent DIY fix for under €10. Later production cars (2022+) have improved clip fitment.