Opel Meriva recalls

2 official safety recalls for the Opel Meriva from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Nitrogen oxide emissions may exceed limits

    Reported October 17, 2022Model years 2013–2017EU Safety Gate A12/01115/24

    Nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions exceed regulatory limits, posing a risk to the environment. The product is to be recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Environment
    Defect
    The nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions are above the regulatory limits. Excessive NOx emissions pose a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval andmarket surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by France

  2. Steering rack may break under high load

    Reported May 23, 2013EU Safety Gate A12/0649/13

    Incorrect heat treatment during manufacture may cause the steering rack to break under high load. The product is being recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    null Heat treatment of steering rack was not applied correctly during manufacturing. Rack of steering gear may break under high load.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Greece

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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