Opel Corsa: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 184,672 Opel Corsa cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1983 and 2026.
In a sample of 395 cars, 73.7% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (18.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 30+ recalls for this model; 2.9% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 18.5% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 14.4% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 13.4% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 11.9% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 10.6% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 9.1% |
| Spring broken or cracked | 7.6% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 7.3% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 6.1% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.1% |
Share of 395 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 12.4% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.8% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 4.8% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 184,672 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 2.9% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1983 to 2026 |
All Opel Corsa passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-04 | electrical system | – | 5,423 |
| 2026-03-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 31 |
| 2026-03-13 | electrical system | – | 19,274 |
| 2025-11-14 | electrical system | – | 807 |
| 2025-11-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 23,904 |
| 2025-10-30 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 22 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-09-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 14,788 |
| 2025-06-06 | electrical system | – | 80 |
| 2025-04-24 | electrical system | – | 3,557 |
| 2025-04-18 | doors, bonnet and tailgate | – | 11 |
| 2025-02-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 4,780 |
| 2025-02-21 | electrical system | – | 3,254 |
| 2025-01-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 25 |
| 2024-12-17 | electrical system | – | 1,033 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Opel Corsa fail the APK?
In a sample of 395 cars first registered 2012–2021, 73.7% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Opel Corsa?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (18.5%), steering dust boot damaged, not sealing (14.4%), tyre pressure incorrect (13.4%).
Does the Opel Corsa have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 30 recalls. 2.9% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.