Opel's post 2017 PSA platform 1.2 litre turbo petrol engines (PureTech / 1.2 Direct Injection Turbo, engine codes EB2*) run the timing belt in engine oil.
Applies to the engine EB2F, EB2FA, EB2DT and 1 more.
2017–2020. The fault list covers this generation and the engines in it. If the listing gives the exact version, pick it below.
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What to watch for
The list covers the generation, the engines and the transmissions. Once you pick the version, only the faults that apply to it stay.
Opel's post 2017 PSA platform 1.2 litre turbo petrol engines (PureTech / 1.2 Direct Injection Turbo, engine codes EB2*) run the timing belt in engine oil.
Applies to the engine EB2F, EB2FA, EB2DT and 1 more.
The factory timing chain is 7 millimetres wide, and that is too little for this engine: the chain wears and stretches prematurely.
Applies to the engine YH01.
Repair: 1,200–2,000 EUR
The SCR system running on AdBlue is the most common reason for a workshop visit on this engine.
Applies to the engine YH01.
Repair: 400–1,200 EUR
Soot builds up on the EGR valve and in the intake, and the valve starts to bind or sticks.
Applies to the engine YH01.
Repair: 150–900 EUR
The manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done. The list covers the whole generation. We did not filter it by model year. Some apply only to a narrower production window.
Most recent: 6 August 2025
SR/03207/25Safety recallEnvironment6 August 2025 · EU Safety GateThe malfunction indicator light (MIL) may fail to illuminate if the diagnostic system of the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and/or the diesel particulate filter (DPF) malfunctions after a fault code has appeared. This could cause the vehicle to operate without the required warning, and resulting in emissions above the regulatory limits. The product does not comply with the Regulation on type-approval of motor vehicles with respect to emissions from light passenger and commercial vehicles (Euro 5 and Euro 6) and on access to vehicle repair and maintenance information.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 06/08/2025
SR/02659/25Safety recallInjuries3 July 2025 · EU Safety GateDue to oil carbonisation and high contact pressure, the 7 mm camshaft chain resistance can be reduced. This may cause the camshaft chain to break, leading to an engine failure. This can cause a loss of vehicle's control and increase the risk of accidents and injuries. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 03/07/2025
A11/00077/23Safety recallInjuries8 December 2022 · EU Safety GateThe lubrication of the vacuum pump may be insufficient and this can cause it to break, which in turn can lead to reduced braking assistance, creating a risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 08/12/2022
A12/0986/19Safety recallEnvironment8 April 2019 · EU Safety GateThe vehicles may have a higher diesel particulate rate than the specified rate. Higher emission of diesel particles causes global warming, acid rain, and harms the environment and human health.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: 08/04/2019
A12/00135/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe wheel screws are not tightened with the required torque. This could lead to a wheel being lost during driving, increasing the risk of an accident.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/01451/20Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe high-pressure pump has not been tightened to the engine with the correct torque. As a result, fuel may leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/0590/18Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe rear wheel hubs may not be correctly screwed in place. As a consequence, the rear wheels could become loose.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/0694/19Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe rear axle bolts may be defective and could break. This could lead to loss of control over the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/0890/18Safety recallFireno date · EU Safety GateRubbing of the bodywork wiring harness may occur. This could lead to a short circuit and a fire.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/1245/19Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateThe Rear Crash Management System is not installed. As a result, the risk of injuries for the occupants in the event of an accident will be increased.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/1676/19Safety recallEnvironmentno date · EU Safety GateDue to a software deviation, the lambda (air-fuel ratio) control is not working sufficiently accurate and may cause the exhaust emissions' level of nitrogen oxides (NOx) to exceed regulated limits. Nitrogen oxides are harmful to human health and the environment.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
A12/1878/17Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateOil entry in the inlet circuit of the engine can occur caused by the pistons. This could result in engine failure which could lead to an accident.
Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown
Engines and transmissions in this generation
A fault is often tied to the engine, not to the whole generation. You find the engine code in the registration document.
I · 2017–2020
The fault list opens on the version page.
38 versions
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2F · EB2FA
1.2 Innovation
2017–2020 · Innovation
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2F · EB2FA
1.2 Online Edition
2017–2020 · Online Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2F · EB2FA
1.2 Selection
2017–2020 · Selection
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 120 Jaar Edition
2017–2020 · 120 Jaar Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 Edition
2017–2020 · Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 Edition 2020
2017–2020 · Edition 2020
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 Innovation
2017–2020 · Innovation
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 Online Edition
2017–2020 · Online Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 Selection
2017–2020 · Selection
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT
1.2 Turbo 110hp 120 Jaar Edition
2017–2020 · 120 Jaar Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT · AT6
1.2 Turbo 110hp 120 Jaar Edition
2017–2020 · 120 Jaar Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Edition
2017–2020 · Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Edition 2020
2017–2020 · Edition 2020
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Innovation
2017–2020 · Innovation
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT · AT6
1.2 Turbo 110hp Innovation
2017–2020 · Innovation
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · Online Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT · AT6
1.2 Turbo 110hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · Online Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DT · AT6
1.2 Turbo 110hp Ultimate
2017–2020 · Ultimate
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp 120 Jaar Edition
2017–2020 · 120 Jaar Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp 120 Jaar Edition
2017–2020 · 120 Jaar Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp Edition 2020
2017–2020 · Edition 2020
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Edition 2020
2017–2020 · Edition 2020
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Innovation
2017–2020 · Innovation
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp Innovation
2017–2020 · Innovation
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · Online Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp Ultimate
2017–2020 · Ultimate
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2DTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Ultimate
2017–2020 · Ultimate
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01
1.5 CDTI 102hp Edition
2017–2020 · CDTI 102hp Edition
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01
1.5 CDTI 102hp Innovation
2017–2020 · CDTI 102hp Innovation
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 102hp Innovation
2017–2020 · CDTI 102hp Innovation
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01
1.5 CDTI 102hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · CDTI 102hp Online Edition
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 102hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · CDTI 102hp Online Edition
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 120hp Edition
2017–2020 · CDTI 120hp Edition
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 120hp Innovation
2017–2020 · CDTI 120hp Innovation
1.6 l · 1560 cm³
DV6FD
1.6 CDTI 100hp Innovation
2017–2020 · CDTI 100hp Innovation
1.6 l · 1560 cm³
DV6FD
1.6 CDTI 100hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · CDTI 100hp Online Edition
1.6 l · 1560 cm³
DV6FC
1.6 CDTI 120hp Innovation
2017–2020 · CDTI 120hp Innovation
1.6 l · 1560 cm³
DV6FC
1.6 CDTI 120hp Online Edition
2017–2020 · CDTI 120hp Online Edition
Neighbouring generations
Crossland X (2017-2020). If the listing is from the changeover year, look at the neighbour too.
Common questions
2017–2020. The changeover year can fall in two generations. If the listing is from that year, look at the neighbour too.
No. It depends on the engine and the transmission too.
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