Lancia Phedra
Updated 2.0 diesel with more power and better throttle response. Change timing belt and water pump together; DPF issues with short-trip use.
MultiJet everyday
Better than the old HDi variants, but remains typically van-like without excitement.
Engine Weaknesses 3
The DPF on the RHR engine clogs in short-trip use. Forced regeneration via a longer motorway run is the recommended counter-measure.
Symptoms: Check engine light, power loss, limp mode, elevated oil level
The common rail injectors on the PSA RHR wear at very high mileage. Leaking injectors cause starting difficulties and rough running.
Symptoms: Difficult cold start, rough running, increased fuel consumption, excess fuel use
The EGR valve on the PSA RHR (2.0 HDi 136 hp) sticks due to carbon deposits and needs regular cleaning. Typical problem of the DW10 engine in city vehicles.
Symptoms: Hesitation at partial load, fault code P0401, power loss, rough idle
Vehicle Weaknesses 7
The Phedra is packed with electronics that are unreliable. Sudden limp modes, ESP/ASR warning messages, engine stalling — often not reproducible and barely diagnosable.
The electric sliding doors fail — often from faulty wiring looms in the guide channel or worn actuator motors. The door can then only be opened manually.
Entry sills rust through. Seam rust on doors and the boot lid also appears. Factory-applied cavity sealing was inadequate.
The fully automatic climate control switches randomly, blows cold air when heat is set or vice versa. Often caused by ECU problems or flap actuator motors.
Coolant loss on the Phedra from failed coolant hoses or early head gasket failure. Martens frequently bite through coolant hoses. Immediate replacement required.
The control arms on the Phedra wear with age and affect lane-keeping and steering precision. Replacement requires specialist knowledge as the vehicle is based on the PSA platform.
The fault message 'brake system defective' appears sporadically, caused by a weak battery. The actual brake system is often fine.
