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 EB2FA, EB2ADT, EB2ADTS.
2020–2024. The fault list covers this generation and the engines in it. If the listing gives the exact version, pick it below.
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 EB2FA, EB2ADT, EB2ADTS.
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
SR/00881/25Safety recallFire19 February 2025 · EU Safety GateThe oil jet cooling nozzles may be damaged. Failure to cool the crankshaft and/or pistons can cause damage to them and result in the engine stalling. This can lead to a hole forming in the engine casing, causing oil leaks onto the exhaust pipe. This can cause a fire to start in the engine compartment, causing the vehicle to catch fire. 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: 19/02/2025
SR/00487/25Safety recallEnvironment9 January 2025 · EU Safety GateDue to a faulty software of the electronic engine control unit (ECU), an incorrect value may be given when the data are processed by the vehicle. This may result in nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions above the regulatory limits. Excessive NOx emissions pose a risk to the environment. 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: 09/01/2025
A12/02827/24Safety recallEnvironment12 March 2024 · EU Safety GateIn certain vehicles fitted with the DV5R E6.3 engine, the nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are above the regulatory limits. Excessive NOx emissions pose a risk to the environment. 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: 12/03/2024
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
A12/00135/21Safety 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
A12/01771/23Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety GateDue to the insufficient hardness of the steel, cracks may appear in the rear axle cross member. This affects the vehicle’s handling, increasing the 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: 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.5 · 2020–2024
The fault list opens on the version page.
24 versions
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2
2020–2024
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2FA
1.2 Edition
2020–2024 · Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Business Edition
2020–2024 · Business Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Business Elegance
2020–2024 · Business Elegance
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Edition
2020–2024 · Edition
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Elegance
2020–2024 · Elegance
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp GS Line
2020–2024 · GS Line
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Level 2
2020–2024 · Level 2
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Level 3
2020–2024 · Level 3
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADT
1.2 Turbo 110hp Level 4
2020–2024 · Level 4
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp Elegance
2020–2024 · Elegance
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Elegance
2020–2024 · Elegance
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp GS Line
2020–2024 · GS Line
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp GS Line
2020–2024 · GS Line
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Level 3
2020–2024 · Level 3
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Level 4
2020–2024 · Level 4
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS · AT6
1.2 Turbo 130hp Ultimate
2020–2024 · Ultimate
1.2 l · 1199 cm³
EB2ADTS
1.2 Turbo 130hp Ultimate
2020–2024 · Ultimate
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01
1.5 CDTI 110hp Business Edition
2020–2024 · CDTI 110hp Business Edition
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01
1.5 CDTI 110hp Business Elegance
2020–2024 · CDTI 110hp Business Elegance
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01
1.5 CDTI 110hp Elegance
2020–2024 · CDTI 110hp Elegance
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 120hp Business Edition
2020–2024 · CDTI 120hp Business Edition
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 120hp Business Elegance
2020–2024 · CDTI 120hp Business Elegance
1.5 l · 1499 cm³
YH01 · AT6
1.5 CDTI 120hp Elegance
2020–2024 · CDTI 120hp Elegance
Neighbouring generations
Crossland (2020-2024). If the listing is from the changeover year, look at the neighbour too.
Common questions
2020–2024. 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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