Lancia Ypsilon
Development of the proven 1.3 MultiJet with stop-start system. Economical and torquey, but prone to issues with the EGR valve and dual-mass flywheel in short-trip use.
Sensible city diesel
70 kW MultiJet2 runs refined and economically — a no-nonsense way through the city.
Engine Weaknesses 3
The DPF of the updated 1.3 MultiJet (312B1000) blocks with frequent short trips, as the regeneration temperature is not reached. Motorway driving can burn the filter clear.
Symptoms: Limp mode, engine warning light, power loss, rising oil level from fuel dilution
The small Garrett turbocharger on the 1.3 MultiJet is very sensitive to oil starvation and contamination. Infrequent oil changes lead to bearing damage.
Symptoms: Turbo whistling, power loss, blue smoke, oil in the intake tract
The EGR valve of the 312B1000 tends to carbon deposits. Regular cleaning or replacement is particularly important with short-trip city vehicles.
Symptoms: Judder, power loss, fault code P0401, rough running at part load
Vehicle Weaknesses 8
EPS steering column module develops creaking and can fail completely. Lancia/Fiat has offered goodwill arrangements for affected vehicles up to 100,000 km.
Magnetic clutch of the AC compressor wears out, or the compressor itself has internal damage. AC no longer cools or makes noises when switched on.
Window regulator mechanism or motor fails — same problem as the predecessor 843. Window jams or drops into the door.
Shock absorbers show wear from around 80,000–100,000 km and are flagged at MOT. Replacement parts are available, but supply is limited for some variants.
The rear drum brakes tend to go oval, especially with intermittent use. Brake shoes wear unevenly. Regular inspection from 60,000 km recommended.
Corrosion can develop at the wheel arch edges on older vehicles, promoted by stone chips and inadequate paint protection. Mainly affects vehicles in regions with heavy salt use.
Temperature flap actuator motor in the heater/AC unit fails — only cold or only warm air from the vents.
The dashboard develops creaking and rattling noises on older vehicles. Clip connections on trim panels work loose with age. Typical problem from around 5 years.
