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Opel Corsa E faults

4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
4.0/5

4 known faults

1.2 70

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for the handbrake lever

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E cars of the 2017 model year were recalled because the handbrake lever could release. According to Gebrauchtwagenberater, a faulty tooth could stop the parking brake from holding, letting a manual car parked with no gear engaged roll away. The repair consists of replacing the lever.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.4 90 BVA6

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.4 Turbo 100

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for the handbrake lever

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E cars of the 2017 model year were recalled because the handbrake lever could release. According to Gebrauchtwagenberater, a faulty tooth could stop the parking brake from holding, letting a manual car parked with no gear engaged roll away. The repair consists of replacing the lever.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Noisy or slack timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Neglected servicing can wear out the timing chain tensioners, which makes the chain noisy; on high-mileage cars, the chain can stretch even with good servicing. One owner reports replacing the sprockets and tensioner at 12,000 miles (about 19,000 km). Guides cite the 1.0 and 1.4 petrol engines, as well as the 1.3 CDTI and 1.4 Turbo.

    Versions
    1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.0 Turbo 90

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for the handbrake lever

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E cars of the 2017 model year were recalled because the handbrake lever could release. According to Gebrauchtwagenberater, a faulty tooth could stop the parking brake from holding, letting a manual car parked with no gear engaged roll away. The repair consists of replacing the lever.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Noisy or slack timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Neglected servicing can wear out the timing chain tensioners, which makes the chain noisy; on high-mileage cars, the chain can stretch even with good servicing. One owner reports replacing the sprockets and tensioner at 12,000 miles (about 19,000 km). Guides cite the 1.0 and 1.4 petrol engines, as well as the 1.3 CDTI and 1.4 Turbo.

    Versions
    1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.0 Turbo 115

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for the handbrake lever

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E cars of the 2017 model year were recalled because the handbrake lever could release. According to Gebrauchtwagenberater, a faulty tooth could stop the parking brake from holding, letting a manual car parked with no gear engaged roll away. The repair consists of replacing the lever.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Noisy or slack timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Neglected servicing can wear out the timing chain tensioners, which makes the chain noisy; on high-mileage cars, the chain can stretch even with good servicing. One owner reports replacing the sprockets and tensioner at 12,000 miles (about 19,000 km). Guides cite the 1.0 and 1.4 petrol engines, as well as the 1.3 CDTI and 1.4 Turbo.

    Versions
    1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.3 CDTI 95

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for the handbrake lever

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E cars of the 2017 model year were recalled because the handbrake lever could release. According to Gebrauchtwagenberater, a faulty tooth could stop the parking brake from holding, letting a manual car parked with no gear engaged roll away. The repair consists of replacing the lever.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Noisy or slack timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Neglected servicing can wear out the timing chain tensioners, which makes the chain noisy; on high-mileage cars, the chain can stretch even with good servicing. One owner reports replacing the sprockets and tensioner at 12,000 miles (about 19,000 km). Guides cite the 1.0 and 1.4 petrol engines, as well as the 1.3 CDTI and 1.4 Turbo.

    Versions
    1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic

  1. From 50,000 km

    Easytronic automated gearbox faults

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    The Easytronic automated gearbox keeps a conventional clutch, which wears out, and it is difficult to repair. Guides report failures of this gearbox on the Corsa E between 50,000 and 100,000 km, according to Autodoc.

    Versions
    1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic
    Onset
    between 50,000 km and 100,000 km
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Noisy or slack timing chain

    Severity 2/3 · Costly

    Neglected servicing can wear out the timing chain tensioners, which makes the chain noisy; on high-mileage cars, the chain can stretch even with good servicing. One owner reports replacing the sprockets and tensioner at 12,000 miles (about 19,000 km). Guides cite the 1.0 and 1.4 petrol engines, as well as the 1.3 CDTI and 1.4 Turbo.

    Versions
    1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

OPC 207

  1. Recall for cracks in the steering rack

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E built between October 2014 and January 2015 were recalled in 2016: cracks in the pinion and rack of the steering box could lead to breakage and a loss of steering. On these early cars, proof that the recall has been carried out is required.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 90 BVA6, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, 1.3 CDTI 95 Easytronic, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Recall for the handbrake lever

    Manufacturer recall

    Corsa E cars of the 2017 model year were recalled because the handbrake lever could release. According to Gebrauchtwagenberater, a faulty tooth could stop the parking brake from holding, letting a manual car parked with no gear engaged roll away. The repair consists of replacing the lever.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.2 70, 1.4 Turbo 100, 1.0 Turbo 90, 1.0 Turbo 115, 1.3 CDTI 95, OPC 207
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Price and diagnose repairs

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Opel Corsa E (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

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