Vauxhall Corsa Won’t Start: Here’s What to Do

Vauxhall Corsa Won't Start
Vauxhall Corsa Won't Start

Your Vauxhall Corsa won’t start no matter what you do. Chances are something is going on with your car that needs your attention, and that too as soon as possible.

A Vauxhall Corsa is a reliable, efficient vehicle that is great for everyday use without a tonne of investments. It has almost all the facilities you would expect from modern automobiles but can easily be managed by a first-time driver. The only downside is that again and again, drivers seem to come face to face with a dead Corsa that simply would not start.

According to our experience, the most common reason is a car dead battery, key fob battery, or a voltage issue. Below we have listed some emergency solutions that you can implement on your Vauxhall companion to get to a safer place before you bring your car to the dealership for a maintenance check.

Why Vauxhall Corsa Won’t Start? 7 Reasons and Solutions

Vauxhall Corsa Won't Start: Here’s What to Do

Even in emergencies, it is necessary to take time out to diagnose a problem once it has occurred so that we can eliminate the issue at its very roots.  

1. Fuel Filter Problems

The fuel filter filters out all the debris and makes sure only the finest layer of fuel reaches the engine. This ensures that the engine functions properly and does not get clogged with dirt and junk. 

However, the fuel filter itself can get clocked over time and this will cause problems in the engine and it will resist any function. This is an easy fix because all we need to do is clean the engine and clear out all the dirt in the fuel filter. This should be done regularly as a part of car maintenance!

On the other hand, I have also come across situations where the fuel pump itself is unable to transmit a sufficient amount of fuel to the engine.

This causes acceleration problems. Fluctuating fuel inflow means fluctuating energy, which in turn means the car will not be able to start. 

2. Dead Battery on the Key Fob

The Vauxhall Corsa uses an advanced key fob as a part of its smart key system that makes locating and turning on your car super easy. The key fob uses a battery that lasts about 12 to 18 months. Once the battery has died, the key fob which functions like a remote, will also stop responding. 

I personally always change the tiny battery inside the device every 10 months to make sure this doesn’t happen to me! 

As it happens, it is very easy to replace the battery on the key fob, and the whole process takes about 5 minutes. You can place some batteries in your car as storage for emergencies like these. 

If you don’t have a battery with you right now you can use the manual key and start your car from the ignition point.

3. Damaged Spark Plug

The fuse or the spark plug is responsible for connecting your engine to the rest of the car so that when you command your car, it can rev up to the desired speed and start moving.

It is very rare for the spark plug to get damaged or blown off, but it does happen. In some cases, the reason behind it might even be voltage issues coming right from the battery itself (we will talk about this in detail in the next section). Water damage in the engine is another common reason for this happening.

A damaged fuse means there will not be enough voltage in the engine to kick-start your Corsa. In this case, you need to replace the spark plug as soon as possible.

Replacing spark plugs does not cost a lot. If you love doing things yourself like me, you can purchase a DIY kit and make the replacement yourself!

4. Damaged or Dead Battery

This is probably the most common cause behind a car that won’t start. Not just a Vauxhall Corsa, but any automobile for that matter! A battery can die from overuse, water damage, wiring damage, unnecessary expulsion of energy because of keeping the engine or other electronics in the car on for too long, etc.

Dead or damaged batteries cause a vehicle to crank very often. As we said before, water damage does happen, and it usually leads to battery corrosion. If you feel your better is fine you should check the other electrical components connected to the battery and see if those are corroded instead.

5. Starter Motor issues

This is for those who have ignored their car maintenance responsibilities for too long. A starter motor is a crucial part of any car engine, and it has a finite capacity of 100000 miles.

Starter motors can be easily replaced by a professional mechanic and even amateur car enthusiasts. You can call roadside assistance for this and they should be able to get your car running in about 30 minutes.

If you can’t find a reason why your Vauxhall Corsa won’t start, it is indeed time to look into the motor system.

6. Computerization Problems

As we have mentioned before, the Corsa is a regular car and does not employ any advanced software to function.

However, systems like the smart key, dashboard notifications, and certain parts of the engine do employ standard computerization and engineering knowledge.

It is very rare for a Corsa to suffer from a computerization issue. However, it can happen in the form of locking issues, dashboard warning lights, non-responsive clutch, and other electrical problems within the engine itself.

So if you noticed any of these along with the car that would suddenly no longer start, it might point to some sort of sensor or code error that needs a professional check.

7. Fluctuation in Wiring 

Vauxhall is a good company and I haven’t noticed they use bad quality car parts. However, damage in wiring is as likely to occur due to bad personal etiquette as it is due to a manufacturing defect. 

So if you are in the habit of posting your car engine to stay idle for too long, or if you have ignored a misfiring engine for a while, you might have unwillingly given rise to wire damage.

If your Vauxhall Corsa won’t start even after you have fixed the car and smart key battery, something else might be wrong. Get to an official dealership as soon as possible and schedule your Corsa for a good check-up. 

Fixing A Vauxhall Corsa that Won’t Start

Vauxhall Corsa Won't Start: Here’s What to Do

We have already listed some problems in the previous section and what we can do to solve the situation almost instantly. Here are three more things you can do to make sure your Vauxhall Corsa doesn’t let you down again.

1. Call Roadside Assistance

When your Vauxhall Corsa won’t start in the middle of a trip, you must call roadside assistance as soon as possible. This is because it is best to not play fast and easy with emergency repairs, and depending on the condition which we are yet to diagnose, getting your car back on its feet might need more than a few hours. 

Roadside assistance is usually affordable and they have all the regular car parts. Don’t forget to let them know about the brand and model of your car before they show up so that they can come prepared for every possible issue.

2. Jump Start Your Car

A dead battery problem can happen anywhere, especially if we have been out on an adventurous trip and our car hasn’t received as much care as it usually does. What I do to keep this issue at bay is always store some jumper cables in my car that I can use to jump-start the vehicle when the smart key or the manual ignition isn’t working. 

Jump-starting your Corsa can bring a dead battery to life, especially temporarily, which means you can bring it back to a dealership for further care.

Conclusion

Many users have recently been complaining that their Vauxhall Corsa won’t start even when they press the key fob, or in some cases, use the manual ignition port to start the car. After all, the Corsa is a regular vehicle that is not suited for rough terrains or high-power driving. Don’t be afraid to contact roadside assistance and go to a dealership as many times as you need to get your Corsa fixed. Take a look at the warranty eligibility and insurance terms and conditions to save some money on these expenses.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *