Opel Crossland: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 29,372 Opel Crossland cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2017 and 2025.
In a sample of 399 cars, 32.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (8.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 17 recalls for this model; 3.6% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.1% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Free: APK expiry, insurance, open recall and odometer verdict. The full report adds every APK inspection with its defects.
Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 6% |
| Tyre damaged | 5.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 4.5% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 2.5% |
| Brake lining carrier/fixing touches drum or disc | 2% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 1.8% |
| Brake disc badly corroded | 1.8% |
| Front fog light incorrectly aimed | 1.3% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 1% |
Share of 399 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 | 5.5% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 1.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 29,372 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 3.6% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.1% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2017 to 2025 |
All Opel Crossland passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 23,904 |
| 2025-09-18 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 12,893 |
| 2025-02-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 4,780 |
| 2025-01-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 25 |
| 2024-10-16 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 108 |
| 2024-02-26 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 1,038 |
| 2023-08-03 | suspension | serious | 535 |
| 2022-12-20 | brakes | – | 6,400 |
| 2021-02-08 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 0 |
| 2020-11-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 0 |
| 2019-09-05 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 328 |
| 2019-07-03 | bodywork | – | 2 |
| 2019-04-10 | axles, wheels and tyres | serious | 97 |
| 2019-04-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 3 |
| 2018-05-01 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 2,614 |
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 Crossland fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 32.6% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Opel Crossland?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (8.8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (6%), tyre damaged (5.5%).
Does the Opel Crossland have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 17 recalls. 3.6% 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.