Month: March 2026 - Pagina 15
Brake system defects threaten safety of Peugeot 2008
Premature wear of brake discs on the Peugeot 2008 leads to longer braking distances and real safety risks, especially from the fifth year of use onwards. This problem mainly affects...Read more
Battery ageing in the Lynk & Co 01 PHEV
The battery of the Lynk & Co 01 PHEV ages faster than expected. Internal short circuits occur regularly. This leads to loss of power and problems with charging. The result...Read more
Touchscreen versus physical buttons in cars
Modern cars are increasingly replacing physical controls with touchscreens. Slow response and unreliability make this choice controversial. The Volkswagen ID.3 illustrates this problem. The model has unlit sliders, slow touchscreen...Read more
Stretched timing chain in Peugeot 2008 THP engine
A stretched timing chain in the THP engine of the Peugeot 2008 causes misfires, tooth skipping and can lead to valve damage if it breaks. With this engine, the problem...Read more
Idle speed fluctuations in the Renault Espace
Fluctuating idle speed in the Renault Espace points to contaminated components, defective sensors or problems with the air supply. This occurs regularly with a cold engine and with a warm...Read more
Multitronic transmission weaknesses in the Audi A5
The Multitronic transmission in the Audi A5 is known for serious weaknesses that show up as slipping, jerking and sudden failure, especially after 100,000 kilometres. This Multitronic is a continuously...Read more
Windows and wipers Kia Sportage common problems
The Kia Sportage regularly suffers from annoying problems with windscreen wipers: awkward wiping patterns, chrome coating that flakes off and rubbers that need replacing quickly. Owners in particular notice that...Read more
Timing belt problems with the Peugeot 208 PureTech
The timing belt of the Peugeot 208 with 1.2 PureTech engine runs through an oil bath and shows problematic wear in thousands of cars. This can lead to hesitation, loss...Read more
Defective engine mount rubber on the BMW 2 Series
A torn engine mount rubber causes vibrations, juddering and noise in the BMW 2 Series, especially at higher mileages. The rubber ages, loses its damping ability and puts extra load...Read more