Common faults: Opel
Typical faults on Opel models from our workshop experience.

Opel
Typical faults on Opel models from our workshop experience.
Common Faults of Opel Astra J 1.4 Turbo
Opel Astra J 1.4 Turbo (A14NET/A14NEL/B14NET, 2009-2015)
From our experience with the Astra J 1.4 Turbo: PCV valve, M32 gearbox, water pump, turbo and other faults we see on A14NET and B14NET engines.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Corsa C 1.2 16V
Opel Corsa C 1.2 16V (Z12XE/Z12XEP, 2000-2006)
From our workshop experience with the Corsa C 1.2 - timing chain, ignition coil, electric power steering and other faults we see on Z12XE and Z12XEP engines.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Corsa D 1.4
Opel Corsa D 1.4 (Z14XEP/A14XER, 2006-2014)
From our workshop experience, the most common Opel Corsa D 1.4 petrol (Z14XEP/A14XER) faults. Timing chain, TwinPort, clutch, electrics and owner advice.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Meriva A 1.7 CDTi
Opel Meriva A 1.7 CDTi (Z17DTH/Z17DTR, 2003-2010)
From our experience: Denso ECU corrosion, EGR valve, Easytronic actuator, power steering, turbo and exhaust on the Opel Meriva A 1.7 CDTi (Z17DTH/Z17DTR, 2003-2010).
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Corsa D 1.2
Opel Corsa D 1.2 (Z12XEP/A12XER, 2006-2014)
From our experience: timing chain, electric power steering, coil pack, thermostat and cooling on the Corsa D 1.2 - symptoms and workshop advice.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Meriva B 1.7 CDTi
Opel Meriva B 1.7 CDTi (A17DTS/A17DTR, 2010-2017)
From our experience: ECU housing and moisture, power steering pump, dual-mass flywheel, EGR, DPF and FlexDoor locks on the Meriva B 1.7 CDTi (A17DTS/A17DTR, 2010-2017).
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Corsa C 1.3 CDTI
Opel Corsa C 1.3 CDTI (Z13DT, 2003-2006)
From our experience: ECU water damage, timing chain, EGR, turbo and dual-mass flywheel on the Opel Corsa C 1.3 CDTI (Z13DT) - symptoms and practical advice.
Read more →Common Faults of the Opel Astra H
Opel Astra H (2004-2010)
From our workshop experience: the most common Opel Astra H faults - EGR, power steering, dual-mass flywheel, thermostat, ignition coils and rust issues.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Mokka 1.7 CDTI
Opel Mokka A 1.7 CDTI (A17DTS, 2012-2019)
From our workshop experience - dual-mass flywheel, EGR valve, oil leaks and DPF issues on the Opel Mokka 1.7 CDTI. Faults we regularly see in Banja Luka.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Corsa E 1.3 CDTI
Opel Corsa E 1.3 CDTI (B13DTE/B13DTD) (2014-2019)
From our workshop experience with the Corsa E 1.3 CDTI: timing chain, DPF, turbo, EGR and electrics - the most common faults and practical tips for owners and buyers.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Astra K 1.6 CDTI
Opel Astra K 1.6 CDTI (B16DTE/B16DTH, 2015-2021)
From our workshop experience - we look at the most common faults on the Opel Astra K with the 1.6 CDTI engine, from timing chain issues to DPF and EGR problems.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Astra G 1.7 DTI/CDTI
Opel Astra G 1.7 DTI/CDTI (Y17DT/Y17DTL/Z17DTL) (1998-2005)
From our experience in Banja Luka: the most common faults on the Opel Astra G 1.7 DTI and CDTI - pump electronics, injectors, turbo and what to watch.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Insignia A 2.0 CDTI
Opel Insignia A 2.0 CDTI (A20DTH/A20DTJ/A20DTE, 2008-2017)
Opel Insignia A 2.0 CDTI common faults: timing chain stretch, DPF, EGR, injectors, dual-mass flywheel and turbo. What to check before buying a used one.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI
Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI (Z19DT/Z19DTH/Z19DTL, 2005-2014)
From our workshop in BiH - what fails most on the Opel Zafira B 1.9 CDTI: M32 gearbox, swirl flaps, EGR, DPF and how to avoid bigger costs.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Vectra C 1.9 CDTI
Opel Vectra C 1.9 CDTI (Z19DT/Z19DTH, 2004-2008)
From our workshop experience - what most often fails on the Opel Vectra C 1.9 CDTI (Z19DT, Z19DTH, 2004-2008) and what to watch for when buying used.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Astra J 1.7 CDTI
Opel Astra J 1.7 CDTI (A17DTR/A17DTJ/A17DTC, 2009-2015)
From our shop in BiH: what most often fails on the Opel Astra J 1.7 CDTI - DPF, EGR, dual-mass, injectors, vacuum pump and what to check when buying used.
Read more →Common Faults of Opel Corsa D 1.3 CDTI
Opel Corsa D 1.3 CDTI (Z13DTH / A13DTC / A13DTE / A13DTR, 2006-2014)
Opel Corsa D 1.3 CDTI - the typical faults this small diesel is known for: timing chain, EGR, turbo, injectors, DPF and sensitive electronics.
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