Who makes Vauxhall Corsa?
OpelGeneral Motors, Groupe PSA.
Opel Corsa/Manufacturers
When should a Cambelt be changed on a Vauxhall Corsa?
10 years
It’s also worth noting that the 1.7-litre diesel is the only Corsa engine fitted with a cambelt, which must be changed every 10 years or 60,000 miles, at a significant expense.
How safe is Opel Corsa?
Vauxhall Corsa review – Reliability and safety The latest Vauxhall Corsa achieved a four-star rating (out of a possible five) from Euro NCAP in its crash tests, with scores of 84 and 86 per cent respectively for adult and child occupant protection.
Why is Vauxhall Corsa good?
“The Corsa has great looks, excellent interior design and decent handling. It’s a good all-round small car.” The Corsa is good to drive and easy to park so it’s perfect for the city. It’s also well suited for longer journeys with a spacious interior and good levels of equipment.
Why is my Vauxhall Corsa engine not working?
Some Corsa owners report problems with a lazy feeling engine whilst the engine management light is on. A common cause of this issue on Corsas is a failed Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF). Sometimes a MAF sensor can be improved with cleaning, this can be a DIY job, you just need to buy a suitable cleaner and follow the instructions.
Are there any reliability issues with the Vauxhall Corsa D?
This section covers the potential reliability issues that you might have with the Corsa D. Click on the buttons below to read more about the typical problems that fall outside the scope of routine maintenance. Some Vauxhall Corsa D models are fitted with the infamous M32 gearbox.
Why does the Vauxhall Corsa C make a rattling noise?
The timing chain tensioner is responsible for ensuring the timing chain stays tight to camshaft and crankshaft. The tensioners are poorly designed which means the chains develop a nasty rattling noise. The Vauxhall Corsa C is prone to gearbox linkage problems.
What do the flashing lights on my Vauxhall Corsa mean?
Flashing lights may indicate immediate attention or may even require that you stop the vehicle immediately. The Corsa malfunction warning light will illuminate when the ignition is switched and extinguish shortly afterwards as normal. If the light illuminates when the engine is running, there is an issue with emission control.
Some Corsa owners report problems with a lazy feeling engine whilst the engine management light is on. A common cause of this issue on Corsas is a failed Mass Air Flow Sensor (MAF). Sometimes a MAF sensor can be improved with cleaning, this can be a DIY job, you just need to buy a suitable cleaner and follow the instructions.
Why does my Vauxhall Corsa make a tapping noise?
A common problem some Corsa owners report is a tapping noise from the engine area, when you listen it can sound like something is rattling inside the engine. The cause of this is generally a loose timing chain tensioner.
Where does the Vauxhall Corsa rank in reliability?
In our most recent reliability survey, the Corsa finished in 19th place out of 22 cars in the value and small cars category. Vauxhall as a brand scored poorly, finishing in a joint 27th place with Nissan out of 31 manufacturers. If you’d like to see the full reliability list, head to the What Car?
Why does my Vauxhall Corsa clutch judder?
If the unit fails to pump out any cold air at all, then the chances are that you are looking at a severe problem with the pipes. One of the more annoying problems that is likely to plague this Vauxhall small car is a juddering clutch.