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The effect of a minor amount of Ni on local corrosion behavior was investigated using Al-Cu-Mg amorphous alloys. Cyclic polarization studies revealed that the addition of a small amount of Ni can enhance both pitting and repassivation potentials significantly, in both the amorphous and devitrified crystalline state. The pit growth kinetics were also ennobled and slowed by the minor solute Ni. Electron microscopy analysis revealed a porous layer depleted with Al and Mg in pits, indicating preferential dissolution. The porous layer was finer in the presence of Ni. A new mechanism of corrosion is discussed. The possible roles of Ni are also discussed.