2002 Holden Barina from Australia and New Zealand - Comments

Holden should call back all barina and change EGR valve. They know it is faulty and it is not fair to the customer. I have asked many barina owners and they have the same problem. Sometimes dealers have no idea as to what is wrong with the car. I think it is because this car is not made by Holden.

Our Barina also had an EGR valve problem. This shoudl have been a recall or at least fixed gratis when it breaks. Search for EGR valve and braina on google, it is a common issue.

I also have just had to have a replacement EGR valve. I have had issues with the starting of the car for the last 2 years - interestingly this seems to have improved with the replacement EGR valve. I have had problems with the steering also - apparently the steering is electric in these cars and can be adjusted.

I enjoy driving the car when it runs well, but I have to say I would not purchase another with the problems I have had to date.

I also have to replace the EGR valve after 50000 kms. It's going to cost $1800 at a dealer (car would be lucky to make 6000!) - after they charged $170 for diagnostic check. This stinks of a revenue raiser for GMH. Cannot find any after market EGR's - there would be a big demand for them!

I have had the same issues with my car, but not sure why you were quoted or charged so much! I was charged $42 for diagnostic, the part only costs $580 and it takes an hour to fit, why did they charge you so much?!

I own a 2003 Holden Barina and have a faulty EGR valve. The car keeps stalling and chugging at low speeds, really frustrating, thinking of just selling it...