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Opel Grandland 1.5 CDTI 130hp Edition 2020 common faults.

2017–2021, SUV, diesel, 130 HP.

The fault list covers: YH01 engine.

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3 fault write-ups. All are important. 31 recalls.

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Known faults

3 important faults

critical1

The factory timing chain is 7 millimetres wide, and that is too little for this engine: the chain wears and stretches prematurely. The repair replaces it with an 8 millimetre chain. In a bad case the chain skips teeth or snaps, and then the valves and the cylinder head are seriously damaged. The early sign is a metallic knocking or rattling noise at idle when cold, together with power that slowly fades. In the fault memory, codes pointing to the relative position of the crankshaft and the camshaft appear: P0011, P0012, P0016, P0017 and P0018. The wear starts from 70,000 km. The maker issued a recall and a retroactive goodwill programme for it. The range is the engines built between October 2017 and January 2023, across five brands: Opel, Citroen, Peugeot, DS and Fiat. In Germany 141,700 cars were called in, and the workshops judge the condition of the chain by the noise of the engine. The warranty was extended to 10 years or 240,000 km, provided the servicing was done to the factory specification by a specialist workshop. Anyone who paid for the chain replacement themselves between January 2023 and June 2025 can claim the cost back, material and labour together. For used cars there is also a separate certificate confirming that the benefit passes to the next owner. The chain replacement on its own is between 1,200 and 2,000 euro. The specified oil is not a formality here: the engines covered by the recall need the lubricant to the FPW9.55535/03 specification, because its anti-wear additives slow the wear of the chain.

above 70,000 km1,200–2,000 EUR

What to check

  • At idle when cold listen for the metallic knocking or rattling noise
  • Read the fault memory and look for the codes P0011, P0012, P0016, P0017 and P0018
  • Ask whether the chain was replaced under the recall, and ask for the confirmation
2 more steps in the write-up

expensive2

The SCR system running on AdBlue is the most common reason for a workshop visit on this engine. The fault can start in several places. The NOx sensor works with a heated measuring cell and ages, and the sensor after the catalytic converter is the most affected, because it sees the most moisture and temperature change. The injector of the dosing module is clogged by crystallised urea, and because of that the dosed amount deviates from what is needed. Crystals are left in the lines as well: on short trips and during long idling the water evaporates out of the solution, and the crystals left behind obstruct the dosing. The electronics of the pump inside the tank can corrode from contact with the urea. The symptoms are the warning light, a jump in AdBlue consumption, a wrong reading from the level sensor and finally limp mode. If the SCR control unit locks up, the car will not even start until it is repaired. The repair is between 400 and 1,200 euro, and it is made more expensive by the pump sitting inside the tank. A component cannot be deduced from a warning message: the diagnosis needs several values looked at together. The fault can start from 60,000 km.

above 60,000 km400–1,200 EUR

What to check

  • Read the fault memory and ask which NOx sensor and module it points to
  • Start it up and watch for an AdBlue warning or a countdown on the display
  • Ask about the AdBlue consumption: a jump indicates a dosing fault
2 more steps in the write-up

Soot builds up on the EGR valve and in the intake, and the valve starts to bind or sticks. The build-up grows faster on short, urban trips, because the engine does not warm through properly. This is among the five most common faults of this engine. The symptoms are the engine warning light, rough running, a lack of power and black smoke. A stuck valve also loads the particulate filter, because more soot reaches the exhaust, and a blocked filter is a separate, more expensive repair. Cleaning or replacing the EGR and the intake is between 150 and 900 euro. The fault starts from 100,000 km.

above 100,000 km150–900 EUR

What to check

  • Read the fault memory and look for codes pointing to the EGR
  • Watch for a lack of power at low revs and rough running
  • Under load look at the exhaust: black smoke belongs here
2 more steps in the write-up

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Opel Grandland 1.5 CDTI 130hp Edition 2020

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Official recall31 recallsShow

The manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done.

Most recent: 8 September 2025

SR/03305/25Safety recallFire8 September 2025 · EU Safety Gate

The vehicle may have a faulty high-voltage battery, which could cause overheating and cause the battery or 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: 08/09/2025

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

SR/03207/25Safety recallEnvironment6 August 2025 · EU Safety Gate

The 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

SR/02659/25Safety recallInjuries3 July 2025 · EU Safety Gate

Due 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01877/23Safety recallEnvironment19 June 2023 · EU Safety Gate

A software error in the engine control unit prevents the malfunction indicator light (MIL) from switching on if the urea injector stops working. This can lead to higher emissions and poses 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: 19/06/2023

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A11/00077/23Safety recallInjuries8 December 2022 · EU Safety Gate

The 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01825/22Safety recallFire21 July 2022 · EU Safety Gate

Due to cell voltage deviation, a thermal event can occur inside the high-voltage battery, increasing the risk of 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: 21/07/2022

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00373/23Safety recallEnvironment8 July 2022 · EU Safety Gate

The diesel particle filter may overheat and develop cracks. This could have a negative impact on 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: 08/07/2022

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01185/21Safety recallInjuries27 July 2021 · EU Safety Gate

The teeth of the timing belt may wear off prematurely due to excessive dynamic tension in dusty conditions. As a result, the engine may stall at high engine speeds and not being able to restart, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not meet the requirements laid down in 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: 27/07/2021

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01018/21Safety recallEnvironment24 March 2021 · EU Safety Gate

The vehicles concerned are not equipped with the air deflectors normally provided and necessary for the front cooling module. This may lead to CO2 emissions above the regulatory limits. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in 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: 24/03/2021

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01238/21Safety recallInjuries19 January 2021 · EU Safety Gate

The support for the rail of the front passenger seat may be defective due to the weld not being properly cooled. This could impair the seat retention and the safety belt performance, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an accident. The product does not meet the requirements of 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: 19/01/2021

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01028/21Safety recallFire4 December 2020 · EU Safety Gate

The electrodes of the traction batteries may be incorrectly aligned. This could result in a short circuit between the electrodes and lead to a thermal runaway of the battery, causing it to emit toxic smoke without flame. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in 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: 04/12/2020

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01030/21Safety recallFire4 December 2020 · EU Safety Gate

Certain cells of the traction batteries may be missing an anode. This could result in a short circuit and lead to a thermal runaway of the battery, causing it to emit toxic smoke without flame. The product does not meet the requirements laid down in 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: 04/12/2020

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A11/00057/21Safety recallEnvironment13 October 2020 · EU Safety Gate

In some vehicles, under certain driving conditions, the urea injector may block when the engine is turned off, meaning that no urea will be injected when the car is started up again. This blockage is temporary, and the injector will start working normally again after 12 minutes’ driving. This may lead to Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) emissions above the regulatory limits. The product does not meet the requirements laid down in 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: 13/10/2020

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00752/20Safety recallInjuries7 April 2020 · EU Safety Gate

The bar element of the trailer coupling device (tow bar) may not be adequately affixed. As a result, it may become detached during a towing operation, 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: 07/04/2020

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/0986/19Safety recallEnvironment8 April 2019 · EU Safety Gate

The 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/0498/18Safety recallInjuries31 January 2018 · EU Safety Gate

Oil can enter the intake circuit of the engine. This can lead to engine failure.

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: 31/01/2018

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00004/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The screw connections on the rear wheels' hubs may be inadequate. This can cause a loss of control over the vehicle, 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00135/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00209/20Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The screw connection of the trailer coupling module may be defective. This can cause the screws between the base plate and the trailer coupling to break away, 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00350/22Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

Due to missing components of the trailer hitch, the coupling may break. As a result, the trailer may inadvertently detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00398/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The trailer coupling device may be detective. This can cause the trailer to detach inadvertently, 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00728/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The trailer coupling device may be detective. This can cause the trailer to detach inadvertently, 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/00967/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The wheel suspension may be insufficiently secured. This could result in loss of the rear wheel, 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01222/23Safety recallFireno date · EU Safety Gate

Due to water infiltration, corrosion of the battery case can occur, creating a risk of 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: Unknown

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01769/20Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The vehicles may be affected by a crack in the rear axle. This could lead to a loss of driving stability or to a loss of control over the vehicle, 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/01783/24Safety recallFireno date · EU Safety Gate

The software in the battery management control unit cannot detect certain failure modes in the battery. In the vehicles concerned there may be a defect in the high-voltage battery, which could lead to overheating. This increases the risk of fire in the vehicle. 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/0605/18Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The screws attaching the tow-bar are insufficiently tightened. As a result, the tow-bar may detach.

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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/0888/18Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

There is a defective seam on the seat cover. In the event of an accident, this may lead to the side airbags not deploying as planned. There is thus an increased risk of injury for the occupants.

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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/1334/18Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The axle and brake parts may not have been correctly screwed together. This could consequently lead to loss of control over the vehicle.

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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/1484/18Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The crankcase seal plug has not been correctly tightened. This may lead to oil leaking through the engine compartment onto the road, creating a hazard for 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

A12/1629/19Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The end mount of the middle rear safety belt may not be correctly secured and could become detached. This may lead to the loss of the belt’s restraining function, increasing the risk of injury in the event 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

We could not check this: model year. The authority's notice

Engine and transmission

YH01 · 1.5 BlueHDi

75–96 kW (102–131 HP) · diesel

We built the code from the model and the gear count. The factory sheet does not state it.

Variant data

What is in this version

Factory data

Trim
CDTI 130hp Edition 2020
Body
SUV
Fuel
diesel
Transmission
manual
Engine size
1499 cc
Power
96 kW (131 HP)
Drive
FWD
Production
2017–2021

Factory service interval

The manufacturer specifies this for this version. Of the mileage and the time, the one that comes first is the one that counts.

  • Air filter

    • 60,000 km or 4 years
  • Cabin (pollen) filter

    • 30,000 km or 2 years
  • Brake fluid change

    • first: 3 years, then 2 years(first change at 3 years, then every two years)
  • Fuel filter, diesel

    • 60,000 km or 2 years

Information, not an expert opinion

We write the descriptions, and we put the source next to them. A person reviews them before they go out. They are still information, not a technical expert opinion.

  • A fault on the list does not mean the car you are looking at has it.
  • A fault missing from the list does not mean the model is fault-free. Write-ups are made model by model. Not all of them are done.
  • You decide whether to buy. This is no substitute for an inspection. That needs a workshop and a history check.
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