Known faults, recalls and what to check on the used cars Irish drivers buy most
Ford Fiesta common problems in Ireland: the 1.0 EcoBoost wet timing belt, coolant and 1.6 EcoBoost recalls, Powershift automatics, the mild hybrid and RSA recalls from 2021 to 2025, plus a used buyer checklist.
Toyota Avensis common problems in Ireland: the 2010 accelerator pedal recall, the 2014 and 2019 Takata airbag recalls, recent RSA records and a used Avensis checklist for diesel engines, clutches and rust.
Kia Sorento common problems in Ireland: the six RSA recalls from 2023 to 2026, the build dates affected, and a used Sorento checklist for diesel and plug-in hybrid cars.
Toyota Auris common problems in Ireland: every recall reported for Irish cars from 2010 to 2018, the build dates affected, hybrid battery checks and a used Auris checklist.
Buying a used Toyota Prius in Ireland? The official recalls reported here, the hybrid system checks that matter most, the 12 volt battery and what to look for on a Japanese import.
Opel Corsa common problems in Ireland: every RSA recall naming the Corsa, which build dates are affected, and a checklist for petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric Corsas.
Kia Sportage common problems in Ireland: the RSA recalls by build date, the 7-year warranty for second owners, and what to check before you buy a used Sportage.
Volkswagen Golf common problems in Ireland: Takata airbag, DSG brake fluid heat-shield and 2024 seat belt recalls, plus a used Golf buyer's checklist.
Hyundai Tucson common problems in Ireland by generation: ix35, 2015 to 2020 and fourth-generation recalls, hybrid checks and a used buyer's checklist.