Opel Corsa E (2014–2019)Airbags and safety
Bonnet can open while driving in the Opel Corsa E
Why this rating?
Symptoms
- The fault itself is the sign: the bonnet lifts or opens while the car is moving, blocking the driver's view.[1]
Why it happens
Auto Express attributes this October 2018 campaign to the bonnet being able to open while driving, without detailing whether the origin lies in the main latch or the safety catch.[1]
If it is not repaired: A bonnet that opens while driving suddenly blocks the driver's view and poses a direct risk of an accident.[1]
Affected years and cars
Auto Express does not state build years; it places this campaign in October 2018 for the Corsa Mk4/E.[1]
All faults of the Opel Corsa E by affected year
How much it costs to repair
Includes: Inspection of the bonnet latch and safety catch, with adjustment or replacement if necessary.[1]
Safety campaign; no cost to the owner within the period covered.
Prices in Spain, including VAT. A workshop hour costs on average €38–66 at independent garages and €77–134 at dealerships in Spain, depending on the region and the brand. How we calculate costs
How to check for it before buying a used car
- Check that the bonnet closes firmly on both sides and that the secondary safety catch holds properly before driving.[1]
Parts needed
The part or kit that fixes this fault, according to the sources.
- Buy part at Autodoc (affiliate link, opens in a new tab)
Bonnet lock and safety catch
They are inspected and adjusted or replaced if they do not hold the bonnet properly.
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How to prevent it
- After any work under the bonnet, always check that it has been closed properly, using both hands, before starting the engine.
Recalls, campaigns and claims
RecallOpel / Vauxhall · October 2018
Inspection of the bonnet latch
Corsa (Mk4/E generation, according to Auto Express): the bonnet could open while driving.[1]
What owners say
Frequently asked questions
When was this campaign?
Auto Express places it in October 2018, as the sixth safety campaign it cites for the Corsa Mk4/E.[1]
What is the risk of a bonnet that opens while driving?
It suddenly blocks the driver's view, with a direct risk of an accident.[1]
How do I check it before buying?
Verify that the bonnet closes firmly on both sides and that the secondary safety catch holds properly before driving.[1]
What can you do now?
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Other faults of the Opel Corsa E
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionPossible failure of the joint between the steering knuckle and the lower suspension armYes: in 2015 Opel recalled the 2014-2016 Corsa E and Adam because the connection between the steering knuckle and the lower suspension arm could fail, with a risk of loss of stability and control of the car.
- Critical severityFrequency: RareSteeringBadly manufactured steering rack (2017 campaign)According to Auto Express, in February 2017 Opel opened a third campaign on the Corsa over badly manufactured steering racks, separate from the 2015 suspension one; we have not found an official Spanish notification detailing it.
- Critical severityFrequency: RareAirbags and safetyDefective curtain airbagsAccording to Auto Express, Opel recalled the Corsa in March 2017 over defective curtain airbags; we have not located an official Spanish notification with more technical detail or the number of units affected.
- Critical severityFrequency: RareBrakesDefective handbrake ratchet mechanismAccording to Auto Express, Opel recalled the Corsa in March 2017, the same month as the airbag one, because some handbrake levers had a defective ratchet mechanism.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSprings, shock absorbers and steering joints flagged by the TÜVAccording to the TÜV report cited by Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, the Corsa E frequently shows defects in the springs and shock absorbers, and also in the steering joints and the braking system.
- Medium severityFrequency: RareAirbags and safetySeatbelts that stick when pulled out or retracted (2019 campaign)The DVSA records a 2019 campaign covering 1,122 Corsa Es built between May and June 2019, in which some seatbelts could stick when pulled out or retracted.
The faults of its engines are on the Opel Corsa E page.
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Sources
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- Used Vauxhall Corsa (Mk4, 2014-2020) reviewAuto Express · Motoring press · consulted 27 September 2026
- Opel Corsa E: Typische Probleme und KrankheitenGebrauchtwagenberater.de · Motoring press · published 16 October 2025 · consulted 29 October 2026 · in German
- DVSA (Reino Unido) – base de llamadas a revisión (consulta del 29-10-2026)DVSA (Reino Unido) · Official body · consulted 29 October 2026