Stellantis PureTech 1.0 and 1.2 engines: affected models and support

Millions have been sold, they feature in dozens of models and are part of everyday driving for thousands of motorists in Portugal. Yet not everyone is aware that Stellantis PureTech 1.0 and 1.2 engines, despite their strong reputation for efficiency, fuel economy and availability, also have a sensitive technical history. This particularly applies to units built between 2014 and 2022.

The issues chiefly concern EB2DT and EB2ADTS engines - the internal codes identifying turbocharged PureTech 1.2 units - as well as certain naturally aspirated EB0 1.0 engines. They are linked to units manufactured from April 2014 to June 2022. According to Stellantis, engines made after that period include improvements that addressed the reported weaknesses and are not affected.

Stellantis PureTech models potentially affected

The table below brings together all Stellantis models that, between April 2014 and June 2022, may be covered by a recall or an extended warranty.

More models use PureTech petrol engines, including the Jeep Avenger and FIAT 600, but they are not part of this group because they use the upgraded, post-June 2022 version of the engine.

In 2023, Stellantis launched a hybrid variant featuring a further evolution of the PureTech engine: it replaced the timing belt with a timing chain. Find out more below.

What is the issue?

For several years, reports of abnormal oil consumption and premature timing-belt failures have continued to build up. The latter is particularly concerning because the belt runs in oil - unlike conventional belts - and can deteriorate without warning, producing debris that blocks the lubrication circuits. In more serious cases, the engine may even fail completely.

In response to the number of reported cases, Stellantis introduced two measures:

• An extended warranty of 10 years or 175 000 km, available to customers who have strictly followed the maintenance schedule.
• Retrospective compensation for repairs carried out between 2022 and 2024, provided that the work was completed by authorised workshops and in line with the manufacturer's requirements.

There is also an official online platform - stellantis-support.com - where customers can submit their cases after registering and providing the relevant documentation.

The PureTech problem can be resolved

Despite the understandable frustration felt by many owners, it is important to clarify that not every engine will develop faults. When monitored, properly maintained and fitted with a replacement belt at the correct intervals - now brought forward to 60 000 km - PureTech units remain efficient engines.

Nevertheless, Stellantis has announced that it will extend its compensation policy to European customers affected by PureTech engine problems. The previous-generation 1.0 and 1.2 engines, also known as EB units, are included. This action complements the extended-warranty programme introduced in March 2024.

It is essential that all work follows the recommended procedures. Replacing the timing belt, for instance, requires care over the type of oil used and thorough cleaning of the circuits; otherwise, the issue may reoccur.