KNOWN FAULT · Opel

Weak points of the Opel Astra J diesel according to the ADAC: springs, oil, EGR and six-speed gearbox

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Engine / equipment: Opel Astra J diesel (1.3, 1.7 and 2.0 CDTI)
Period mentioned: 2009–2017
Symptoms: Failing suspension springs, frequent oil leaks, EGR (2009–2012 cars), coolant hoses (2010–2011), turbo (2014) and noises from the six-speed gearbox.
Possible cause described: According to the ADAC, the Astra is in the rear half of the middle in the breakdown statistics and slightly better than average in the German roadworthiness test. On the test drive listen out for gearbox noises: if you hear whining, gearbox damage is near. The automatic only exists with the 2.0 CDTI of 160 or 165 PS.
Check for the garage: On the test drive listen to the gearbox; check oil leaks, springs and coolant hoses, and the state of the EGR.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

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How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

On the test drive listen to the gearbox; check oil leaks, springs and coolant hoses, and the state of the EGR.

What are the symptoms?

Failing suspension springs, frequent oil leaks, EGR (2009–2012 cars), coolant hoses (2010–2011), turbo (2014) and noises from the six-speed gearbox.

Which cars and years does it affect?

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