Diesel · 2006–2014
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All about the Opel Corsa DAll about the 1.3 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi engine
The 1.2 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi engine was fitted to the Opel Corsa D (2006–2014). In the EU that is 24.7 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.2, 1.2 75 hp, 1.2 95 hp.
The most expensive known risk is DPF clogging or faulty DPF pressure sensor / hoses: it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €100–1,500 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Metallic rattle from the chain side on cold start, crank/cam correlation fault code, engine light
Fix: Measure the crank/cam deviation with a diagnostic tool; replace the chain kit with tensioner and guides before the chain jumps
Signs: Hard starting, rough or knocking idle when cold, power loss, higher fuel use, sometimes limp mode
Fix: Read per-cylinder correction values and back-leak; repair or replace only the faulty injector and renew its seal
Signs: Engine light, rough idle, hesitation, power loss or limp mode; worse with short trips
Fix: Check EGR movement in live data; clean or replace the valve
Signs: DPF light, interrupted or frequent regenerations, limp mode; mainly with short trips
Fix: Check and clean the pressure sensor hoses first, then read soot load; forced regeneration, cleaning or a new filter
Signs: Boost fault codes, power loss, limp mode, sometimes whistling or smoke
Fix: Check boost control and charge-air hoses for leaks first; free or replace the actuator, replace the turbo only if it is worn
Signs: Hard starting in cold weather, smoke after a cold start, glow plug warning light
Fix: Test the plugs and the control unit; replace faulty parts (seized plugs may need extraction)
Signs: Steering suddenly goes heavy, EPS warning light, sometimes jerky or vibrating steering; can come and go, often worse in the cold.
Fix: Read EPS codes (e.g. C0545 torque sensor, C0460 position sensor), check supply and earth, then fit a rebuilt or new column with motor and module.
Signs: Clunk or rattle from one corner over bumps, car sits lower on one side, floaty ride; flagged at inspection.
Fix: Replace broken springs in axle pairs, and the shock absorbers if worn; check strut top mounts at the same time.
Signs: Humming or growling that rises with speed and changes in bends; play in the wheel.
Fix: Confirm which corner is noisy and replace that bearing or hub unit.
Signs: Rear wheel stays braked after the car stood with the handbrake on, weak handbrake at inspection, rubbing noise.
Fix: Strip, clean and adjust the rear drums, replace corroded shoes or cables; avoid leaving the handbrake on for long stands.
Signs: Handbrake holds poorly or in extreme cases not at all; often no other sign.
Fix: Check the VIN for the 2010 recall (green dot on the brake fluid reservoir cap means done); the dealer fits spacers or new cables free of charge.
Signs: Usually no warning; play or noise at the brake pedal pivot in some cases.
Fix: Check the VIN for the open brake pedal bearing recall; the dealer replaces the bearing free of charge.
Signs: No warning; the shaft can break and steering can be lost.
Fix: For cars first registered from February 2014, or whose steering was repaired from then on: have the dealer check the code on the lower joint (20E4 or 20K3) and replace the shaft free of charge.
Signs: Temperature cannot be set correctly, heater stays hot or cold, clicking from the dash.
Fix: Check whether the 2009 service action was done (green dot on the brake pedal arm); otherwise replace the toothed segment and base plate of the actuator.
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: 'F' flashing on the dash, engine will not start or no gear engages, gears bang in, judder when warm; codes such as P1607
Fix: Read the codes first (check battery voltage); rebuild or replace the clutch actuator, bleed it, then run the full adaptation (end positions and clutch grip point)
Signs: Jerky or hesitant pull-away, slipping, uneven shifts, poor creeping in traffic, adaptation limit codes (P1732)
Fix: Check the grip-point adaptation values; re-learn if within range, otherwise replace the clutch and re-learn; a software update can help jerky starts
Signs: Harsh shifts, stuck in 3rd, gearbox warning
Fix: Fluid change, solenoid / valve body repair
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,750. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Opel Corsa D with the 1.2 MultiJet / CDTI / DDiS / TDCi engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 Diesel1,248 cm³ | 9.6 % | 2010–2013 | — | — |
| 1.2 Diesel1,248 cm³ · 55 kW (75 hp) | 7.9 % | 2011–2013 | — | — |
| 1.2 Diesel1,248 cm³ · 70 kW (95 hp) | 7.1 % | 2011–2013 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (16). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: timing chain stretch and tensioner wear (100,000–200,000 km, €800–1,300); electric power steering column: loss of assist (60,000–220,000 km, €300–900); DPF clogging or faulty DPF pressure sensor / hoses (80,000–200,000 km, €100–1,500); turbo variable vanes or actuator sticking (100,000–200,000 km, €150–1,300).
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026