Vauxhall Astra recalls

35 official safety recalls for the Vauxhall Astra 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. Speed-limit indications may be incorrect

    Reported September 1, 2026Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2026/169269 vehicles affected

    The vehicle supervision module may display incorrect speed-limit indications, which may result in regulatory non-compliance. Its software will be updated, along with the in-vehicle infotainment software over the air if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Astra L - VSM software- SLI performance.
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have Vehicle Supervision Module (VSM) software that displays incorrect speed-limit indications resulting in non-compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
    Remedy
    Update the VSM software and update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-The-Air at the dealer if necessary.

  2. Interior door handles may deactivate

    Reported June 3, 2026Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2026/22724,451 vehicles affected

    The interior door handles may unexpectedly deactivate while the engine is running, leaving occupants unable to exit. The Vehicle Supervision Module software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VSM software Interior door handles
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit.
    Remedy
    Update the Vehicle Supervision Module software.

  3. Fuel pipe may be routed incorrectly

    Reported June 2, 2026Model years 2025–2026DVSA recall R/2026/19649 vehicles affected

    An incorrectly routed fuel pipe may contact other components, causing a fuel leak or fire risk. Dealers will check its routing and replace the pipe if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Risk of wrong fuel pipe routing
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may have an incorrectly routed fuel pipe at risk of contact with other components which could lead to a fuel leak or risk of fire.
    Remedy
    Check the correct routing of the fuel pipe and replace if necessary.

  4. Automatic braking warning light may not illuminate

    Reported April 21, 2026Model years 2023–2025DVSA recall R/2025/5443,270 vehicles affected

    If the front camera is blocked, the automatic emergency braking warning light may not illuminate. The system operates in a degraded mode but remains functional with radar support. Vehicle system management software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera.
    Defect
    On certain Vauxhall Astra L vehicles the Automatic Emergency Braking Assist telltale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked. No AEB warning telltale meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster. An additional pop-up appears for around 10 seconds at each key on/key off (Driving Assistance Sensor Blind: clean sensor see User Manual). The Automatic Emergency Braking system is operating in a degraded mode but remains functional due to radar support.
    Remedy
    To rectify this issue we will update the Vehicle System Management software

  5. Driver airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported December 1, 2025Model years 2005–2018DVSA recall R/2025/511949,336 vehicles affected

    The airbag inflator chemicals may deteriorate over time, causing the inflator to rupture with excessive force in a crash and potentially cause serious injury or death. The driver airbag module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall cross carline Driver’s Airbag - Takata
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the chemicals in the Takata airbag inflators may deteriorate over time. This may cause the inflators to rupture with too much force in a crash leading to serious injury or death in a worst-case scenario.
    Remedy
    Replace the driver airbag module.

  6. Fuel pipe connections may leak

    Reported July 18, 2025Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/28232,657 vehicles affected

    Loose connections between the high-pressure fuel pipe and engine fuel rail may cause a fuel leak and fire risk. The affected connections will be retightened.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Fuel Pipe
    Defect
    On affected vehicles there there may be loose connections between a high-pressure fuel pipe and the engine fuel rail which potentially could lead to a leak and risk of fire.
    Remedy
    Retighten the affected connections.

  7. Camshaft drive chain may wear or break

    Reported July 3, 2025Model years 2021–2023DVSA recall R/2025/24514,013 vehicles affected

    Premature camshaft drive chain wear may cause abnormal noise or, in the worst case, chain breakage. Software will be updated to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. The chain will be checked and replaced if needed; if no problem is found, the oil will be changed to a higher-viscosity type with anti-wear additives.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
    Defect
    Vehicles may be affected by premature wearing of the camshaft drive chain leading to abnormal noise or to a breakage of the chain in the worst case.
    Remedy
    Update the software to improve oil pressure and reduce wear. Check the engine noise and replace the chain if required. If no problem found change the oil to one with higher viscosity and special anti-wear additives.

  8. Under-bonnet fuel pipe may leak

    Reported February 13, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/05548 vehicles affected

    A weak crimp on the under-bonnet fuel pipe may cause a leak. The fuel pipe will be changed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Astra Grandland Fuel pipe leakage
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may face potential leakage of the under-bonnet fuel pipe due to a weakness of its crimping.
    Remedy
    Change the fuel pipe.

  9. eVCU software may cause excess energy use

    Reported February 7, 2025Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2025/044858 vehicles affected

    The vehicle may not meet emissions test requirements, and energy consumption may be too high. Update the electrical vehicle control unit software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Astra Corsa Mokka eVCU update
    Defect
    Affected vehicles may not comply with test requirements in the matter of emissions test execution by competent authorities and energy consumption may be too high.
    Remedy
    Update the electrical Vehicle Control Unit (eVCU) software.

  10. Emergency and breakdown calls may not connect

    Reported May 29, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/2364 vehicles affected

    Incorrect radio configuration may prevent the emergency call and breakdown call functions from connecting. The radio frequency connectivity box will be checked and replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Astra L E-call not working due to duplicate IMEI
    Defect
    On affected vehicles equipped with E-call the device may not function when trying to connect to E-Call (Emergency Call) and B-Call (Breakdown Call) due to incorrect BSRF (On-board radiocommunication transmitter) configuration and as a result does not comply with regulatory requirements.
    Remedy
    Check and replace the Radio frequency connectivity box.

  11. Engine emissions may exceed regulatory requirements

    Reported March 13, 2024Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2024/133952 vehicles affected

    Under certain conditions, engine emissions may fail to comply with regulatory requirements on vehicles below 12500 miles. Mileage will be checked and the ECU calibration updated on vehicles below 12500 miles.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Cross carline Engine software
    Defect
    On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.
    Remedy
    Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

  12. Metal sticker may trigger unintended braking

    Reported December 14, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/352506 vehicles affected

    A metal sticker in front of the radar module may prevent adaptive cruise control from activating and cause premature automatic emergency braking when nothing is in front of the vehicle. The radar area will be checked and the sticker removed if present.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) may not be able to be activated. In the worst case this can lead to unintentional self-braking due to premature activation of the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) without there being anything in front of the vehicle. This is due to a metal sticker stuck in front of the radar module.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) may not be able to be activated. In the worst case this can lead to unintentional self-braking due to premature activation of the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) without there being anything in front of the vehicle. This is due to a metal sticker stuck in front of the radar module.�
    Remedy
    Check for the sticker in the radar zone and remove it if necessary.

  13. Parking brake may fail to hold on a slope

    Reported October 9, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/289349 vehicles affected

    The electric parking brake may not apply when starting from a parked position on a slope. The vehicle could move in the opposite direction until the driver brakes. Motor Control Unit software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    On affected vehicles due to a potential lack of electric parking brake application when the driver presses the throttle pedal to start driving from a parking position on a slope the vehicle could move in the opposite direction until the driver pushes the brakes and stops the vehicle
    Defect
    On affected vehicles due to a potential lack of electric parking brake application when the driver presses the throttle pedal to start driving from a parking position on a slope the vehicle could move in the opposite direction until the driver pushes the brakes and stops the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Update the MCU (Motor Control Unit) with modified software.

  14. Front seatbelt pretensioner may fail to activate

    Reported June 15, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/1761 vehicle affected

    A front seatbelt pretensioner may malfunction and fail to activate when the passenger airbag is locked. The pretensioner will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A front seatbelt pre-tensioner may malfunction which can cause the driver seatbelt pretensioner not to be activated when the passenger airbag is locked.
    Defect
    A front seatbelt pre-tensioner may malfunction which can cause the driver seatbelt pretensioner not to be activated when the passenger airbag is locked.
    Remedy
    Check and replace the seatbelt pretensioner

  15. Suspension wishbone bolts may be incorrectly tightened

    Reported January 27, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/0311,082 vehicles affected

    Suspension wishbone bolts may not have been tightened correctly. The bolts will be checked and tightened to the correct torque.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.
    Defect
    Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.
    Remedy
    Check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.

  16. Door handles may stay open and prevent locking

    Reported March 25, 2022Model years 2021–2022DVSA recall R/2022/08136 vehicles affected

    Exterior door handles may stay open, preventing the door from locking. All four handles will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES MIGHT STAY OPEN AND THE DOOR WILL NOT BE LOCKED
    Defect
    Exterior door handles might stay open and the door will not be locked.
    Remedy
    Check the four door handles and replace them if necessary.

  17. Rear wheel hub bolts may be incorrectly tightened

    Reported April 8, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2021/1242 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly tightened rear wheel hub bolts may cause noise from the rear wheel brake and wheel pinion socket. Replace the affected bolts.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    INCORRECT TIGHTENING OF THE REAR WHEEL HUB BOLTS
    Defect
    Noises may come from the rear wheel brake and wheel pinion socket due to incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts.
    Remedy
    Replace the affected rear wheel hub bolts.

  18. Front seat frame welds may be incorrect

    Reported October 29, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/3643,376 vehicles affected

    Front seat frames may not be welded correctly. Dealers will check the welds and replace the front seats if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE FRONT SEAT BACK FRAME LOWER CROSS MEMBER STRUCTURE MAY NOT BE WELDED CORRECTLY
    Defect
    Front seat frames may not be welded correctly
    Remedy
    Check seat frame welds and replace front seats if necessary.

  19. Hill start hold may last too long

    Reported February 25, 2019Model years 2009–2014DVSA recall R/2019/059127,809 vehicles affected

    A software issue may make hill start hold exceed the specified time. Dealers will update the electronic brake control module software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SOFTWARE ISSUE WITH HILL START ASSIST FEATURE
    Defect
    The hill start hold feature exceeds the correct time specification.
    Remedy
    A Software Update to the Electronic Brake Control Module.

  20. Braking power may fall during steady pedal use

    Reported December 10, 2018Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2018/33237,167 vehicles affected

    Applying the brake pedal slowly and steadily may cause increased pedal travel and reduced braking power. Brake and clutch hydraulic components will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REDUCTION IN BRAKING POWER WHERE THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED SLOWLY AND CONSTANTLY
    Defect
    Extended brake pedal travel and a reduction in braking power where the brake pedal is applied slowly and constantly.
    Remedy
    Replace numerous brake and clutch hydraulic components.

  21. Front brake hoses may be incorrectly installed

    Reported July 12, 2018Model years 2015–2017DVSA recall R/2018/174713 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly installed front brake hoses may contact the drive shaft boots and eventually fail or leak, affecting braking. The hoses will be rerouted, the installation inspected, and damaged parts replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT BRAKE HOSES INCORRECTLY INSTALLED
    Defect
    On a certain number of Astra K - Model Year 2016-2017 (Only converted UK Police vehicles are affected) the front brake hoses might be incorrectly installed. This can lead to contact with the drive shaft boots finally resulting in failure/leakage.
    Remedy
    Vauxhall authorised repairers or Police Workshops are asked to reroute the brake hoses and to inspect the brake hose installation if necessary replace any damaged parts to guarantee accurate functionality of the brakes.

  22. Turbocharger oil feed pipe may leak

    Reported June 19, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/1599 vehicles affected

    Oil may leak from the turbocharger oil feed pipe and, in the worst case, ignite on hot engine parts. Dealers will check and adjust the pipe connector.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE OIL LEAKAGE FROM TURBO CHARGER OIL FEED PIPE
    Defect
    We would like to make you aware that on a certain number of Astra J GTC Insignia B - Model Year 18 there is the possibility of oil leakage from the turbo charger oil feed pipe. In worst case the spilled oil may inflame on hot engine parts. Possible oil leakage from turbo charger oil feed pipe. In worst case the spilled oil may inflame on hot engine parts.
    Remedy
    check/adjust turbo oil feed pipe connector on all affected vehicles

  23. Front seat side airbag may deploy incorrectly

    Reported March 17, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/0271,156 vehicles affected

    A front seat side airbag may not deploy as intended. The airbag module assembly will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY
    Defect
    A front seat side air bag may not deploy as intended
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace the airbag module assembly

  24. Front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended

    Reported December 28, 2016Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2016/2743,490 vehicles affected

    The passenger airbag may not meet the correct specification and may not deploy as intended in a frontal collision. The passenger airbag module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED
    Defect
    The passenger air bag may not meet the correct specification. In the possible event of a frontal collision front passenger airbag might not deploy as intended.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace passenger air bag module.

  25. Blocked cooling fan may cause a short circuit and fire

    Reported March 4, 2016Model years 2009–2011DVSA recall R/2016/02348,157 vehicles affected

    If the radiator cooling fan is blocked, an electrical short circuit may damage the fan module and could cause a vehicle fire. The repair checks for and removes the battery cover if needed, checks for obstructions and fits an additional wiring harness.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF VEHICLE FIRE
    Defect
    In the event the radiator cooling fan is blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn causes damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case could potentially result in a vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles check for presence of and if necessary remove battery cover. Ensure that the radiator cooling fan is not obstructed or blocked in anyway. Fit new additional wiring harness which will prevent damage to the radiator wiring harness.

  26. Cooling fan short circuit may cause fire

    Reported February 6, 2015Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2015/016681 vehicles affected

    If the radiator cooling fan becomes blocked, an electrical short circuit may damage the fan module and could cause a vehicle fire. The engine control module software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SHORT CIRCUIT WITH POSSIBILITY THAT FIRE MAY OCCUR
    Defect
    If the radiator-cooling fan becomes blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn could cause damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case potentially resulting in a vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to programme the Engine Control Module with the latest software.

  27. Cooling fan fault may cause a fire

    Reported January 30, 2015Model years 2009–2011DVSA recall R/2014/18948,155 vehicles affected

    If the radiator cooling fan is blocked, an electrical short could damage its module and potentially cause a vehicle fire. The battery cover must be removed and disposed of, and the fan checked for obstruction. An adapter wiring harness will be installed when available.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
    Defect
    In the event the radiator cooling fan is blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn causes damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case could potentially result in a vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    In the first instance the battery cover must be removed to prevent overheating of the wiring/module. The cover should be disposed of and must not be refitted at any time. Check the cooling fan is not obstructed or blocked in anyway In approximately in 4 to 6 months-time an adapter wiring harness will become available and Authorised Repairers will be instructed to install this harness to the cooling fan module. This is now closed and superceeded by 16-C-004

  28. Window anti-trap function may fail

    Reported January 14, 2011DVSA recall R/2010/2022,582 vehicles affected

    The window regulator's anti-pinch or auto-reverse function may not work correctly, trapping fingers or limbs between the window and its closure. The motor will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WINDOW ANTI-TRAP MAY MALFUNCTION
    Defect
    The anti-pinch or auto reverse function of the window regulator may not work correctly to ECE R21 requirements. So it is possible to trap items including fingers and limbs between the window and its closure.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the window regulator motor.

  29. Front passenger seat rail bolts may fail

    Reported November 18, 2010Model years 2010DVSA recall R/2010/1642,872 vehicles affected

    The bolts securing the front passenger seat rails to the seat frame may fail, leaving the seat insecure and reducing seatbelt effectiveness in a crash. Replace the bolts.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT PASSENGER SEAT COULD MOVE WITHOUT WARNING.
    Defect
    The fixing bolts of the front passenger seat rails to seat frame may fail and leave the seat insecure. In the event of an accident this could lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger seat rails to seat frame fixing bolts.

  30. Oil pressure switch may leak onto exhaust shield

    Reported May 22, 2008Model years 2003–2005DVSA recall R/2008/05333,639 vehicles affected

    The upper oil pressure switch may release oil onto the exhaust heat protection shield, where it could ignite. It will be replaced with a screw plug, and a modified switch will be fitted in a lower position.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RISK OF FIRE
    Defect
    It has been identified that on vehicles fitted with the Z16XEP engine the upper oil pressure switch might release oil onto the exhaust manifold heat protection shield which could result in self ignition.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the upper oil pressure switch replaced by a screw plug. Additionally a modified oil pressure switch will be fitted in a lower position.

  31. Front lower control arm joint may come loose

    Reported April 6, 2006Model years 2005–2006DVSA recall R/2006/0252,510 vehicles affected

    The right front lower control arm guide joint may be mounted incorrectly and could separate from the steering knuckle, impairing vehicle control. The joint will be checked and replaced if incorrectly mounted.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
    Defect
    It has been identified that on affected vehicle's the right hand front lower control arm guide joint may be incorrectly mounted. In the worst case the lower control arm could work loose separate from the steering knuckle and severely impair the control of the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Recalled vehicles will have the guide joint checked for correct mounting and replaced if the mounting is found to be incorrect.

  32. Front tyres may contact suspension arms at full lock

    Reported March 16, 2005Model years 2004DVSA recall R/2004/214530 vehicles affected

    With the steering turned to full lock, the front tyres may contact the lower front suspension arms. The steering knuckles will be replaced, and the arms and tyres checked for damage.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    INCORRECT GEAR AND STEERING KNUCKLE FITTED
    Defect
    As a result of an incorrect steering gear and steering knucle combination being fitted during manufacture the front tyres may contact the lower front suspension arms when the steering is turned on to a full lock.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace both the steering knucles. Additionally the lower suspension arms and tyres will be checked for damage.

  33. Brake fluid may be contaminated

    Reported August 22, 2002DVSA recall R/2002/0564,874 vehicles affected

    Pistons from a specific brake calliper batch may release hot hydrogen gas into the brake fluid. Callipers from the affected batch will be replaced with quality-assured units.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF BRAKE FLUID
    Defect
    As a result of a production process concern a specific batch of brake calliper pistons may release hot hydrogen gas into the braking system fluid.
    Remedy
    Affected vehicles are being recalled for on the brake calliper batch numbers. Vehicle equipped with calliper units from the affected batch will have these replaced with quality assured examples.

  34. Brake fluid may become contaminated

    Reported April 17, 2000Model years 1991–1999DVSA recall R/1999/098636,066 vehicles affected

    Water may enter the engine compartment and contaminate the brake fluid. The bonnet will be modified to prevent this. Brake fluid will be inspected, and if it is outside specified limits, a change will be offered as part of a special promotion.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REMOTE POSSIBILITY OF BRAKE FLUID CONTAMINATION
    Defect
    Vauxhall in conjunction with DETR and VI have agreed to conduct a Customer Care Initiative whereby drivers of old style Astra F models will be advised that brake fluid is a service item due to its' hygroscopic (water absorbing) tendency.
    Remedy
    Customers will be offered a free inspection and a special promotion brake fluid change should the fluid be found to be outside the manufacturers specified limits. A minor modification to the vehicle bonnet will also be carried out to eliminate the remote possibility of water entering the engine compartment along the bulkhead and contaminating the brake fluid. It should be noted that this Customer Care Initiative is being recorded under the Code of Practice.

  35. Fuel filler may spark and airbag connector may be faulty

    Reported March 24, 1995DVSA recall R/1995/012601,131 vehicles affected

    Fuel flow may build static electricity in the filler neck and cause sparking during refuelling. A metal earthing clamp will be fitted. The remedy text also calls for checking an airbag system connector, but the provided remedy is incomplete.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    1) POSSIBLE STATIC SPARKING DURING REFUELLING (ASTRA MODELS ONLY) 2) AIR BAG SYSTEM MAY NOT DEPLOY
    Defect
    1) During refuelling the flow of fuel can cause static electricity to build up in the tank filler neck with the possibility of static sparking. 2) On some vehicles an electrical connector plug in the air bag system may not be correctly possible
    Remedy
    A) The fitting of a metal earthing clamp to the lower end of the metal ring for the fuel filler cap to ensure a conductive connection between the filler neck and the vehicle body. B) Checking that in potentially affected vehicles the subject elect

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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