Opel Combo D
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
90–105 PS
1.6L CDTI Diesel
Combo D petrol base
Decent90–105 PS
1.6L CDTI Diesel
8 weaknesses
Stay Away!Generations
Engine Overview
The Opel Combo D is available with 3 engine variants — from 75 to 105 hp. 1 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Opel 1.3L CDTI (Diesel, 95 PS) has the A13DTE (1.3L CDTI) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.6L CDTI (Diesel, 90–105 PS) comes with 2 different engines: A16FDL (2012–2018, Stay Away!) and A16FDL (2012–2018, Stay Away!). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6L CDTI!
The Opel 1.4L (Petrol, 95 PS) has the A14XER (1.4L) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Front strut top mounts wear early Fiat Doblo platform: Top mounts fail frequently, sometimes after just 20,000–40,000 km. Commercial use exacerbates the problem. Symptoms: Clunking when steering, imprecise steering feel, clunking in cold weather. from 30,000 km | Low | |
| Rear shock absorbers wear prematurely On commercially used vehicles with frequent full loads, a common wear item from 70,000–90,000 km. Symptoms: Poor rear wheel contact, excessive bounce, oil film on the damper rod. from 80,000 km | Low |
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Microvan (2008–2017)
Known Problems and Issues
A total of 29 weaknesses have been documented for the Opel Combo D (2012–2018) — 17 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. One problem engine: A16FDL (1.6L CDTI). Typical issues affect Suspension, Other, Rust, Electronics.
Combo (A13DTE, 2012–2018) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and rattle, Turbocharger: bearing failure from oil starvation, DPF clogging on short-trip use. Power: 95 PS.
Combo (A16FDL, 2012–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing chain rattles, tensioner fails, Turbocharger wear from oil starvation, Oil pump chain snapped — engine failure. Power: 90–95 PS.
Combo (A16FDL, 2012–2018) — Stay Away!: Timing chain rattles, tensioner fails, Turbocharger wear from oil starvation, Oil pump chain snapped — engine failure. Power: 105 PS.
Combo (A14XER, 2012–2018) — Be Careful: Timing chain tensioner and guide rails worn, Water pump failing prematurely, Alternator failing prematurely. Power: 95 PS.
What to watch out for with the Opel Combo? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee