Vauxhall Corsa frequent "engine fault" warning (but no actual fault) -

Car: Vauxhall Corsa
Variant: Elite Nav (Petrol Manual)
Model Year: 2020
Categories: Electrics, ECU, Warnings & Lights
It sometimes mentions brake failure (but no obvious symptoms) and thefault later clears itself and doesn't show if the vehicle check option is run from the onscreen vehicle menu (always shows tyre pressure ok, next service date, and "No Fault").
Reported to Arnold Clark in 2021 (car about 6 months old) when first recall attended to - they said no fault, just problem with sensor due to snow or wet weather. (Fault does seem tk occur in winter - every winter since !)
However, at 3rd service (17,500 miles) needed new rear disk and pads - I drive the same as I have for almost 50 years, and have never worn brakes out in less than 25-30,000 miles !)
Posted: Jan 9, 2024 (11 months ago)
Should have asked them why it was only the one side needing replacing and what caused it . If a defect , possibly a warranty claim
Posted Jan 9, 2024 (11 months ago)
Was diagnosed on 1st mot at 3 years, so probably out of warranty but my thought is it shouldn't have worn (corroded disk) at such low mileage ; still getting 'engine fault' warnings (winter again!) and was hoping to identify a systemic problem via other owners.
Posted Jan 9, 2024 (11 months ago)
I seem to be having same issue. My vehicle is 2020 plate corsa and just gone in for its MOT, failed due to rear break pads and disk badly worn. Seems odd that this has happened, I believe likely a defect but out of warranty. Now there is a warning light cant get rid of which doesnt appear to have code.
Posted Mar 26, 2024 (8 months ago)
Seems odd that this has happened, Why , they do wear . What is the warning light ?
Posted Mar 26, 2024 (8 months ago) Edited on Mar 26, 2024 (8 months ago)
Replying to post by Thomson22:
I seem to be having same issue. My vehicle is 2020 plate corsa and just gone in for its MOT, failed due to rear break pads and disk badly worn. Seems odd that this has happened, I believe likely a defect but out of warranty. Now there is a warning light cant get rid of which doesnt appear to have code.
I believe that either substandard or thinner metal disks used ; overall lightness of build improves fuel figures, and cheaper components help lower production costs.
After investigation it seems this problem is quite prevalent with current model corsas (Peugeot built in Spain)but not with the previous model.
Posted Mar 26, 2024 (8 months ago)
Thinner discs , sub standard discs and pads would / should be subject to a safety recall if fitted . The weight difference would be negligible and not affect fuel figures ,Check with your dealership if you think this is a defect and a known fault , Brakes are classed as a routine service , wear and tear item by all major dealerships and not covered by warranty unless possibly a defective part .
Posted Mar 27, 2024 (8 months ago)
By 'sunstandard' I mean thinner disks or less quality metal that seems not to withstand the rigours of British weather - it doesn't necessarily make them 'unsafe' (and subject to recall) until they actually degrade - which seems to be far too quickly !
They seem to rust / flake on the inside, and naturally the rough surface will automatically cause pads to wear more quickly.
Although, as you say, their individual weight may not be significant, it could be part of a general, larger, exercise in weight reduction and cost saving. (I had two Mazda 323 cars - a Y reg followed by a 53 plate, and it was very obvious that thinner metal body panels had been used for the newer car.)
Posted Mar 27, 2024 (8 months ago)
Hope you enjoy your Corsa .
Posted Mar 27, 2024 (8 months ago)

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