Problems with Opel Crossland 2018: Jerking, increased fuel consumption, black smoke and exhaust odor

Hello, I've had a similar problem with my 2016 Opel Mokka. I have mediocre experience with cars, I'm not a professional but I know my way around a bit. I took my car to the garage and they found out that the lambda sensor was faulty. The repair then cost me around 375 euros. The car ran as normal again, without any problems. Could you give a bit more detail about your car? Maybe you have the same problem. I'm looking forward to your answer. Greetings, your car nut

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Hi Autonarr, thanks for your reply! I've heard similar things about the lambda sensor... Hm, details are always a tricky thing, but I think my Crossland has now done around 90884 km. And the last service was only recently, and nothing unusual was found. But now something seems to be wrong... It's just stupid, because otherwise it's always run well... Let's see what the garage has to say. Thanks again for the tip, have a nice day! Greetings back, your bad luck

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Moin Pechvogel, no problem, I'm glad if I could help you a little. Your Crossland already has a few kilometers under its belt, just like mine did back then. So it could well be that your lambda sensor is also giving up the ghost. This is responsible for monitoring the fuel mixture and if it is no longer working properly, your mixture may be too lean. This would also explain the symptoms you have described. In any case, I wouldn't wait too long with the workshop, otherwise further damage could occur. I'm also guessing the lambda sensor because it often wears out and has to be replaced frequently. And 375.0 euros may not be a lot, but it's better than a motorcycle that breaks down, isn't it? If I had known beforehand that the lambda sensor was so susceptible, I would have paid attention to it when I bought the car. But that's water under the bridge now, and I hope you can fix the problem quickly. Stay strong and keep us up to date! Greetings from your car enthusiast

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Hi Autonarr, thank you very much for your detailed feedback and the further information on the lambda sensor. Sounds like this could actually be the case for me. I certainly won't be putting off my workshop visit for much longer. You're absolutely right, 375.0 euros is still better than a broken engine. With more gas guzzlers like mine, that would be financial ruin... Thanks to you, I now have an idea of what I might have to expect. If I'm lucky, it'll be something uncomplicated like a faulty lambda sensor. Of course you'll get an update after my car has been to the workshop! Don't let them tell me about spark plugs... Best regards and thanks for your support! Your bad luck

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