Question 1

Dual-mass flywheel and clutch wear (1.9 CDTi)

Accepted Answer

Judder when pulling away, a rattle at idle that stops when the clutch pedal is pressed and vibration through the pedal point to a worn dual-mass flywheel. It is common on diesel cars driven in stop-start traffic and is normally replaced together with the clutch.

Question 2

Inlet swirl flap failure (1.9 CDTi)

Accepted Answer

The inlet swirl flaps and their actuator can stick or break, causing a loss of power, an engine warning and, in rare cases, debris entering the engine.

Question 3

Heater blower resistor overheating and fire risk (Zafira B)

Accepted Answer

The Zafira B heater blower resistor and its wiring could overheat, especially after aftermarket repairs, and caused a number of fires in the UK. Vauxhall launched a major recall (2015-2016) to replace the resistor, wiring and the blower motor. A blower that only works on top speed is a warning sign.

Vauxhall ZafiraZafira B

Known issues and common problems

Vauxhall ZafiraZafira B

Known issues and common problems

Dual-mass flywheel and clutch wear (1.9 CDTi)at 150000 km · 1 solutionsMedium

Inlet swirl flap failure (1.9 CDTi)at 140000 km · 1 solutionsMedium

Heater blower resistor overheating and fire risk (Zafira B)1 solutionsCritical