Opel Meriva B
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
95–160 PS
1.6L CDTI Diesel
Meriva diesel 1.6 base
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Engine Overview
The Opel Meriva B is available with 5 engine variants — from 75 to 160 hp. 4 variants had engine changes — the model year is crucial.
The Opel 1.3L CDTI (Diesel, 75–95 PS) comes with 2 different engines: A13DTE (2010–2017, Be Careful) and A13DTE (2010–2017, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.3L CDTI!
The Opel 1.6L CDTI (Diesel, 95–136 PS) comes with 3 different engines: B16DTH (2014–2017, Be Careful) and B16DTH (2014–2017, Be Careful) and B16DTH (2014–2017, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.6L CDTI!
The Opel 1.7L CDTI (Diesel, 110–131 PS) comes with 2 different engines: A17DTS (2010–2016, Be Careful) and A17DTS (2010–2016, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.7L CDTI!
The Opel 1.4L (Petrol, 101 PS) has the A14XER (1.4L) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.
The Opel 1.4L Turbo (Petrol, 120–140 PS) comes with 2 different engines: A14NET (2010–2017, Be Careful) and A14NET (2010–2017, Be Careful). Pay attention to the model year for the 1.4L Turbo!
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Easytronic clutch actuator P1607 The automated Easytronic gearbox develops fault code P1607 (clutch actuator position sensor). ECU and mechatronics unit affected. Vehicle becomes undriveable. Symptoms: Display shows permanent 'F' or '-' instead of gear selection, vehicle no longer starts, sudden shift to neutral while driving. from 100,000 km | Medium |
Test Reports
AUTO BILD TÜV-Report
The Meriva B shares many weak points with the Crossland X: oil loss from the first MOT, premature spring wear and brake disc wear. The rear doors opening in opposite directions cause seal problems with age.
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 35 weaknesses have been documented for the Opel Meriva B (2010–2017) — 22 engine-related and 13 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Body, Rust, Electronics.
Meriva (A13DTE, 2010–2017) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and rattle, Turbocharger: bearing failure from oil starvation, DPF clogging on short-trip use. Power: 75 PS.
Meriva (A13DTE, 2010–2017) — Be Careful: Timing chain: stretch and rattle, Turbocharger: bearing failure from oil starvation, DPF clogging on short-trip use. Power: 95 PS.
Meriva (A17DTS, 2010–2016) — Be Careful: EGR cooler leaking, Turbocharger VTG vanes seized, Timing chain stretching. Power: 110 PS.
Meriva (A17DTS, 2010–2016) — Be Careful: EGR cooler leaking, Turbocharger VTG vanes seized, Timing chain stretching. Power: 125–131 PS.
Meriva (B16DTH, 2014–2017) — Be Careful: Timing chain rattles – tensioner problem, Recall emissions scandal – coke deposits after update, Intake manifold and EGR valve coked up. Power: 95 PS.
Meriva (B16DTH, 2014–2017) — Be Careful: Timing chain rattles – tensioner problem, Recall emissions scandal – coke deposits after update, Intake manifold and EGR valve coked up. Power: 110 PS.
Meriva (B16DTH, 2014–2017) — Be Careful: Timing chain rattles – tensioner problem, Recall emissions scandal – coke deposits after update, Intake manifold and EGR valve coked up. Power: 136 PS.
Meriva (A14XER, 2010–2017) — Be Careful: Timing chain tensioner and guide rails worn, Water pump failing prematurely, Alternator failing prematurely. Power: 101 PS.
Meriva (A14NET, 2010–2017) — Be Careful: Piston ring land fractures and high oil consumption, Turbocharger blowing oil into intake, Water pump failure. Power: 120 PS.
Meriva (A14NET, 2010–2017) — Be Careful: Piston ring land fractures and high oil consumption, Turbocharger blowing oil into intake, Water pump failure. Power: 140 PS.
What to watch out for with the Opel Meriva? 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