Vauxhall Corsa recalls

52 official safety recalls for the Vauxhall Corsa 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:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate
Reported April 27, 2026Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2026/18216,348 vehicles affected
If the front camera is blocked, the Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate in the instrument cluster. The Body Control Module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BCM software missing telltale if LKA unavailable
Defect
On affected vehicles the Lane Keep Assist tell-tale fails to illuminate if the front camera is blocked meaning no warning light appears in the instrument cluster.
Remedy
Update the Body Control Module software.
Alternator protection cap may contact filter pipe
Reported March 9, 2026Model years 2023–2026DVSA recall R/2026/0724,479 vehicles affected
Contact between the gasoline particulate filter pipe and the 48V belt starter generator protection cap may allow water in and cause an electrical arc, potentially triggering a thermal event. The cap will be replaced, and the pipe checked and repositioned or replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Alternator protection
Defect
Affected vehicles may have been assembled with contact or with a reduced clearance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. There is a possibility of contact between these components leading to water infiltration and an electrical arch which could trigger a thermal event.
Remedy
Replace the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator. Check the distance between the Gasoline Particulate Filter pipe and the pole protection cap of the 48V Belt Starter Generator and reâposition or replace the pipe if required.
Tyre pressure warnings may be incorrect or missing
Reported October 22, 2025Model years 2025DVSA recall R/2025/4518,467 vehicles affected
A software deviation may cause incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages on the instrument cluster. The stability control calibration will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Corsa Mokka Combo ESC software
Defect
Affected vehicles may have incorrect or missing tyre pressure messages displayed in the instrument cluster due to a software deviation.
Remedy
Update the Electric Stability Control calibration to ensure the correct tyre pressure warning messages are displayed
Telematics box may not connect to remote server
Reported August 21, 2025Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/3452 vehicles affected
The wrong telematics box may prevent connection to the remote server, making eCall and Intelligent Speed Assistance unavailable. The telematics box will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Autonomous Telematics Box
Defect
Affected vehicles have been fitted with the wrong Autonomous Telematic Box. This means it cannot connect to the remoter server making it impossible to make E-Calls or use Intelligent Speed Assistance.
Remedy
Replace the Autonomous Telematic Box.
Emissions warning light may not illuminate
Reported August 18, 2025Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2025/34210,676 vehicles affected
On-board diagnostics for the selective catalytic reduction system or diesel particle filter may not work correctly, so the malfunction indicator light may not illuminate when there is a fault. Engine control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Emission recall â On Board Diagnostics
Defect
Vehicles may be affected by incorrect performance of the On-Board-Diagnostics related to Selective Catalytic Reduction system and/or Diesel Particle Filter. The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may not illuminate in the event of a malfunction and therefore does not comply with emission regulations.
Remedy
Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.
Fuel pipe connections may leak
Reported July 18, 2025Model years 2023–2025DVSA 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.
Camshaft drive chain may wear or break
Reported July 3, 2025Model years 2019–2023DVSA 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.
Telematics box may lack connected services
Reported June 11, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/2093 vehicles affected
The telematics box may not connect to connected services, failing to meet regulatory requirements. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Autonomous Telematics Box
Defect
On affected vehicles the Autonomous Telematics Box (ATB) has no connectivity to the Connected Services features and therefore does not comply with regulatory requirements.
Remedy
Replace the ATB to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Brake module may leak fluid internally
Reported April 14, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/14542 vehicles affected
The electronic brake system module may be out of specification and develop a slight internal brake fluid leak. The module will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
Defect
On affected vehicles the Electronic Brake System Module is not according to specification which could potentially lead to light internal leakage of brake fluid.
Remedy
Replace the Electronic Brake System Module.
Battery monitoring software may contain an error
Reported March 24, 2025Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2025/1192,167 vehicles affected
An error may occur in the battery monitoring unit software. The software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Traction Battery software
Defect
Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Remedy
Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Autonomous telematics box may not work
Reported February 27, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/08762 vehicles affected
The autonomous telematics box may not work. It will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Autonomous Telematics Box failure after OTA update.
Defect
Affected vehicles may have been equipped with an Autonomous Telematic Box (ATB) which does not work.
Remedy
Change the ATB.
Oil jet nozzle may provide inadequate engine lubrication
Reported February 19, 2025Model years 2022–2024DVSA recall R/2025/07226,315 vehicles affected
An oil jet cooling nozzle may provide too little oil, putting the engine at risk of damage. The engine oil and filter will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Corsa Jet cooling nozzle failure.
Defect
On affected vehicles the engine is at risk of becoming damaged because of an inadequate oil supply from an oil jet cooling nozzle.
Remedy
Replace the engine oil and filter.
Telematics box may lose connection to remote services
Reported February 14, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/068215 vehicles affected
The telematics box may fail to connect to the remote server, preventing calls and other connected services. The 12V battery will be disconnected, left for 15 seconds, then reconnected and checked for a trouble code.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Automomous Telematics Box.
Defect
Affected vehicles may experience an autonomous telematic box that cannot connect to the remote server making it not possible to make calls or use other connected services.
Remedy
Disconnect the 12V battery and reconnect it after 15 seconds then check for a trouble code.
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.
Radio software may deactivate emergency braking and lane assist
Reported December 6, 2024Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2024/4842,582 vehicles affected
A long press of the radio's driver assistance button may inadvertently deactivate automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist. The radio software will be updated over the air and remotely checked for successful installation.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Corsa Radio software via OTA update.
Defect
On affected vehicles the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) functionality may not meet regulatory requirements and the Active Emergency Brake (AEB) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) can inadvertently be deactivated by a long press of the ADAS button on the radio.
Remedy
On the affected vehicles the radio software will be updated by an Over-The-Air update which will be remotely checked as successfully installed.
Passenger airbag may not deploy properly
Reported September 26, 2024Model years 2009DVSA recall R/2024/374122 vehicles affected
The front passenger airbag may not deploy properly in a collision. The airbag will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Corsa D Passenger Airbag
Defect
On affected vehicles the passenger front airbag may not deploy properly in the event of a collision.
Remedy
On affected vehicles the passenger front air bag will be replaced.
Canister purge valve or fuel line may affect emissions
Reported July 24, 2024Model years 2019–2023DVSA recall R/2024/29153,853 vehicles affected
Affected vehicles may exceed regulatory emissions standards. The canister purge valve and/or fuel line will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Corsa F- Evaporation test results on EB2FA engines.
Defect
Affected vehicles may exceed regulatory emission standards
Remedy
Replace the canister purge valve (CPV) and or fuel line.
Motor control unit calibration may cause loss of propulsion
Reported April 16, 2024Model years 2023–2024DVSA recall R/2024/175265 vehicles affected
Incorrect motor control unit calibration may cause loss of propulsion while driving. The calibration will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MCU software
Defect
On affected vehicles incorrect MCU (Motor Control Unit) calibration may result in a loss of propulsion while driving.
Remedy
Update the MCU (Motor Control Unit) calibration
Engine emissions may exceed regulatory requirements
Reported March 13, 2024Model years 2022DVSA 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.
Rear axle may not be properly welded
Reported February 16, 2024Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2024/04374 vehicles affected
The rear axle may not be properly welded. The axle assembly will be checked and replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Vauxhall Corsa F Rear axle
Defect
Affected vehicles may have been built with a rear axle not properly welded.
Remedy
Check the rear axle assembly and replace it if necessary.
AC compressor fault could shut down the powertrain
Reported May 9, 2023Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2023/139103,584 vehicles affected
A fault in the AC compressor stator wiring could cause current loss in the compressor and shut down the powertrain while driving. The Powertrain Diagnosis ECU will be reprogrammed with updated software.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
Defect
On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
Remedy
Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.
Battery control software may cut propulsion
Reported January 17, 2023Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2023/0087,332 vehicles affected
An error in the traction battery control unit software may cause loss of propulsion while driving. The control unit software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
Defect
There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
Remedy
Update the software of the traction battery control unit.
Body control software may prevent conformity testing
Reported October 10, 2022Model years 2019–2022DVSA recall R/2022/2936,361 vehicles affected
The software may prevent authorities from carrying out testing required by regulation. The body control software will be reflashed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SOFTWARE DOES NOT ALLOW CONFORMITY TESTING
Defect
Software does not allow the authorities to test according to regulation.
Remedy
Re-flash the Body Control software.
Turn indicator fault may not alert the driver
Reported February 22, 2022Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2022/04666,176 vehicles affected
The driver may not be alerted to a turn indicator malfunction. The built-in system interface module software will be updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CUSTOMER MIGHT NOT BE ALERTED TO A MALFUNCTION OF THE TURN INDICATOR
Defect
The customer might not be alerted to a malfunction of the turn indicator.
Remedy
Update the Built-in System Interface (BSI) module with new software.
On-board charger may have an intermittent connection
Reported February 15, 2022Model years 2019–2020DVSA recall R/2022/044450 vehicles affected
An intermittent internal connection fault may occur on the on-board charger's DC/DC chip. The charger will be checked and replaced if needed, and its software updated.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERMITTENT INTERNAL CONNECTION ISSUE ON THE DC/DC CHIP OF THE ON-BOARD CHARGER
Defect
A potential for an intermittent internal connection issue on the DC/DC chip of the on-board charger.
Remedy
Check and if necessary replace the on-board charger and update with the latest software.
Side airbags may deploy unexpectedly
Reported December 21, 2020Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2020/38321,068 vehicles affected
Insufficient electrical grounding may cause a side airbag to deploy unexpectedly. The affected ground studs will be reworked to ensure sufficient grounding.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
POSSIBLE UNEXPECTED SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ELECTRICAL GROUNDING
Defect
Possible unexpected side airbag deployment due to insufficient electrical grounding.
Remedy
Rework the affected ground studs to ensure sufficient electrical grounding.
Seatbelts may stick when pulled out or retracted
Reported March 3, 2020Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/4501,122 vehicles affected
Some seatbelts may stick when pulled out or retracted. Affected seatbelts will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEATBELTS MAY STICK WHEN PULLED OUT OR RETRACTED
Defect
On affected vehicles certain seat belts might stick when pulled out and retracted.
Remedy
Replace the affected seat belts on the affected vehicles.
Engine emissions control may exceed NOx limits
Reported April 8, 2019Model years 2018–2019DVSA recall R/2019/070107,962 vehicles affected
The lambda control may not keep NOx emissions within limits over the vehicle’s lifetime. The engine management software will be upgraded.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE LAMBDA CONTROL MIGHT NOT BE ROBUST/PRECISE ENOUGH AT HIGH SPEED
Defect
lambda control may result in NOx limit being exceeded during the vehicle lifetime.
Remedy
An engine management system software upgrade will be installed.
Hood may open unexpectedly while driving
Reported October 5, 2018Model years 2018DVSA recall R/2018/2696,167 vehicles affected
The hood may open unexpectedly while driving. Its operation will be checked and repaired if required.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
MODEL MAY BE AFFECTED BY UNEXPECTED OPENING OF THE HOOD WHILE DRIVING
Defect
Unexpected opening of the hood while driving.
Remedy
Check operation and repair if required.
Handbrake may disengage
Reported March 27, 2017Model years 2016–2017DVSA recall R/2017/1113,060 vehicles affected
Contamination may prevent the handbrake pawl from latching correctly, allowing the handbrake to disengage. The parking brake lever assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
HANDBRAKE MAY DISENGAGE
Defect
Due to a possible contamination of the tooth segment the handbrake pawl may not latch correctly. This may cause the handbrake to disengage.
Remedy
On affected vehicles Replace the parking brake lever assembly.
Roof side rail airbag may deploy incorrectly
Reported March 17, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/033102 vehicles affected
A roof side rail airbag may not deploy as intended. The airbag module assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ROOF SIDE RAIL AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY
Defect
A roof side rail air bag may not deploy as intended
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the airbag module assembly
Steering rack may fracture
Reported February 13, 2017Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2016/2929,999 vehicles affected
The steering rack's toothed section may break under heavy force, such as during slow speed manoeuvring. The rack build date will be checked and racks from the affected batch replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING RACK MAY FRACTURE
Defect
Due to a manufacturing process deviation the toothed rack of the steering gear might break under extensive force application i.e. when manoeuvring at slow speed.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the build date of the steering rack. Where the steering rack is proved to be from the affected batch the steering rack will be replaced.
Water ingress may cause an electrical short circuit
Reported February 10, 2017Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2017/0214,046 vehicles affected
Water may enter the vacuum pump and relay box through the vent hose, potentially causing a short circuit and fire. A spray deflector will be added, the pump and relay box assembly replaced, and grease applied to the electrical terminals.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR
Defect
There is the possibility of water penetration into the vent hose resulting in water ingress into the vacuum pump over the wire harness and into the relay box. In the worst case a short circuit may lead to a risk of fire.
Remedy
On affected vehicles add a spray deflector to avoid water ingress into the vent hose replace the electronic vacuum pump/relay box assembly and apply special grease to the electrical terminals.
Vacuum pump relay short may cause fire
Reported April 22, 2016Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2016/087EU Safety Gate A12/0602/164,046 vehicles affected
Water entering the electrical vacuum pump relay may cause a short circuit and, in extreme cases, a fire. The vacuum pump and relay assembly will be replaced, and special grease applied to the electrical connectors.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
RISK OF FIRE
Defect
Water ingress to the relay on the electrical vacuum pump may cause a short. In extreme instances this may lead to fire.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace Vacuum Pump/Relay Assembly and apply special grease to electrical connectors
Steering connection may come loose and cause loss of control
Reported December 4, 2015Model years 2014–2015DVSA recall R/2015/234842 vehicles affected
The connection between the steering knuckle and lower control arm may be assembled incorrectly and become insecure, potentially making the vehicle uncontrollable. Both sides will be inspected and reassembled correctly where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF STABILITY
Defect
The connection between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm may not be assembled correctly. If this condition is evident the connection could become insecure. The event can happen suddenly and unexpectedly in which case the vehicle is no longer controllable.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the connection between the steering knuckle and the lower control arm on both sides of the vehicle. Where necessary the connection will be reassembled correctly.
Steering rack gears may crack
Reported August 28, 2015Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2015/17226,649 vehicles affected
Steering rack gears may crack over time, potentially causing loss of steering control. The steering gear assembly will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Defect
The gears within the steering rack may not have been manufactured to the correct specification which may allow them to crack over a period of time. Prolonged use could cause loss of steering control.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace steering gear assembly
Moisture in ABS control unit may cause a fire
Reported June 5, 2015Model years 2003–2008DVSA recall R/2015/09145,813 vehicles affected
Moisture may build up inside the ABS control unit and cause a fire. An additional protective cover will be fitted to the ABS module.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FIRE MAY OCCUR
Defect
Moisture can ingress and accumulate inside the ABS control unit. Excessive accumulation of moisture may cause a fire.
Remedy
On affected vehicles install an additional ABS module protection cover.
Steering knuckle may fail
Reported February 25, 2015Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2015/0326,319 vehicles affected
An incorrectly manufactured steering knuckle may fail over time, causing loss of directional control. Both sides will be checked and affected knuckles replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Defect
A small number of steering knuckles on hub swivels have been manufactured incorrectly. In time these knuckles might fail with the attendant loss of directional control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date code on steering knuckles fitted to both sides. Replace the steering knuckles where required.
Steering intermediate shaft may break
Reported September 29, 2014Model years 2014DVSA recall R/2014/123207,654 vehicles affected
The steering system may not meet specification, and the intermediate shaft could break while driving, causing loss of steering control. Do not drive the vehicle until an intermediate shaft that meets specification has been fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL
Defect
THE MANUFACTURER HAS RECOMMENDED THAT AFFECTED VEHICLES ARE NOT DRIVEN UNTIL CHECKED BY THEIR OFFICIAL AGENTS. The steering system may not have been produced according to specification. There is a risk that the steering intermediate shaft may break while driving resulting in the loss of steering control.
Remedy
The affected vehicles must not be driven until a new intermediate shaft that does meet the manufacturer's specification has been fitted.
Handbrake may not hold
Reported September 19, 2011Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2011/12812,267 vehicles affected
A manufacturing issue affecting the hardness of the ratchet and pawl may prevent the parking brake from holding when applied. The handbrake lever assembly production date will be checked and the assembly replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL
Defect
The parking brake may not hold in the applied position as a result of a nonconformity in the manufacturing process which affects the hardness of the ratchet and pawl material.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the production date of the handbrake lever assembly and replace if necessary.
Brake pedal bearing may fail
Reported September 19, 2011Model years 2006–2011DVSA recall R/2011/110405,690 vehicles affected
The brake pedal bearing may fail under extreme force during heavy or extreme braking, reducing braking performance. A dealer will replace the bearing.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED
Defect
Due to the insufficient strength of the material used in the brake pedal bearing it is possible that the bearing could fail when extreme force is applied to it during heavy or extreme braking.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles and replace the brake pedal bearing.
Handbrake cable may move and lose function
Reported June 10, 2010Model years 2009–2010DVSA recall R/2010/05626,233 vehicles affected
The handbrake cable end may move in its support bracket, causing loss of handbrake function. A washer will be installed or the cable replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL
Defect
The mounting end of the handbrake cable may move in its support bracket. This might result in the loss of the handbrake function.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles to either have a washer installed or the replacement of the cable.
ABS modulator may reduce braking performance
Reported June 10, 2008DVSA recall R/2008/06810 vehicles affected
The ABS/ESP modulator may not have been filled correctly with hydraulic oil, causing an unexpected loss of braking performance. The hydraulic modulator and control unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED
Defect
There could be an unexpected loss of braking performance due to the ABS/ESP Modulator not being correctly filled with hydraulic oil at the factory.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the ABS/ESP hydraulic modulator and control unit.
Intermediate steering shaft may break
Reported December 20, 2007DVSA recall R/2007/1666,086 vehicles affected
A manufacturing deviation may leave the steering shaft's telescopic tube too weak, causing the shaft to break and potentially resulting in loss of steering control. A quality-assured shaft will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING MAY FAIL
Defect
It has been identified that due to a manufacturing deviation the base material for the telescopic tube of the intermediate steering shaft may lack the required rigidity. This may lead to breakage of the shaft which in the worst case would lead to loss of steering control.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a quality assured steering shaft.
Moisture may cause ABS failure or overheating
Reported December 17, 2007Model years 2003–2007DVSA recall R/2007/1711,036,902 vehicles affected
Moisture may enter the ABS connector or control unit, causing the ABS to malfunction and, in the worst case, overheat and lead to fire. The remedy is to check the control unit, fit a protective cover and seal the earth point with wax.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
ABS MAY FAIL
Defect
It is possible for moisture to enter the ABS connector/control unit. This can cause the ABS system not to function correctly and in the worst case overheating which may lead to fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the ABS control unit fit a protective cover to the control unit and seal the earth point with wax.
Front suspension control arm may fracture
Reported February 7, 2007DVSA recall R/2007/02426,502 vehicles affected
A welding deviation may cause a front lower control arm to fracture near its bushing, affecting driving stability and potentially causing loss of control. The welds will be checked and the arm replaced if needed.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING CONTROL MAY BE LOST
Defect
It has been identified that on a certain number of 2007 model year vehicles the front lower suspension control arms might fracture near the bushing due to a production deviation during the welding process. The control arm may then lack rigidity; which may impair driving stability. In the worst case the driver may loose control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Subject vehicles will have the control arm welds checked and replaced as necessary.
Moisture in ABS wiring may cause a short circuit or fire
Reported March 22, 2006DVSA recall R/2006/006652,122 vehicles affected
Moisture may enter the ABS connector, affecting ABS operation and causing overheating or, in extreme cases, a fire. The connector will be checked; the wiring harness and control unit will be replaced if needed. Otherwise, the ground cable connections will be sealed against moisture.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
WATER INGRESS INTO ABS WIRING MAY CAUSE A SHORT CIRCUIT AND A FIRE
Defect
It has been identified that the above vehicles could be affected by moisture ingress at the ABS connector. The moisture can enter through the ground wiring connection which can lead to the ABS not functioning correctly overheating within the connector and in extreme cases a fire.
Remedy
Recalled vehicles will have the ABS harness plug checked for moisture ingress and where necessary the wiring harness and control unit will be replaced. In all other cases the ground cable will be secured against ingress of moisture by soldering the cable sockets and applying shrink tubes.
Steering wheel centre screw may be loose
Reported March 11, 2004DVSA recall R/2004/019288 vehicles affected
The steering wheel centre screw may not be tightened correctly. It will be replaced and tightened to the specified torque.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
STEERING WHEEL CENTRE SCREW MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED CORRECTLY.
Defect
The steering wheel centre screw may not have been tightened correctly.
Remedy
Replace the centre torx screw and tighten to the specified torque.
Seat adjuster latch spring may fail
Reported December 19, 2001Model years 2002DVSA recall R/2001/1708,674 vehicles affected
A weakened latch spring may fail to lock a front seat in its selected position, affecting driver control or passenger safety. The latch spring will be checked and a new seat base fitted if it is defective.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT ADJUSTER CONCERN
Defect
The driver and front passenger seat longtitudinal adjuster latch spring may weaken and fail to lock the seat in the selected position. This could affect the drivers control of the vehicle and/or passenger safety.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and check the effectiveness of the adjuster latch spring. Fit a new seat base in cases where the spring is found to be defective.
Airbag control unit may not work with child seat cradle
Reported April 30, 2001Model years 2001DVSA recall R/2001/037128 vehicles affected
A child safety cradle with a transponder may not interact as intended with the passenger airbag deactivation function because of a control unit software issue. The front airbag control unit will be replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
FRONT AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT CONCERN
Defect
Child seat safety cradle with transponder may not interact as intended with front passenger smart Airbag deactivation function. Software concern with control unit.
Remedy
Replace front Airbag control unit with a quality assured item.
Seat rails may fracture
Reported February 9, 2001Model years 1993–1999DVSA recall R/2001/0051,173,108 vehicles affected
The driver or front passenger seat adjuster rails may fracture, making the seat insecure. Reinforcing plates will be fitted, and fractured rails replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT SECURITY CONCERN
Defect
Driver and front passenger seat adjuster rails may fracture and cause seat to become insecure.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit reinforcing plates to the seat runners. Fit new runners if the original ones are fractured.
Seatbelt buckle may separate in a frontal impact
Reported February 9, 2001Model years 1999–2000DVSA recall R/2001/004232,756 vehicles affected
The driver or front passenger seatbelt latching mechanism may separate under load in a frontal impact. Quality assured seatbelt buckles will be fitted.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELT LATCHING CONCERN
Defect
Driver and front passenger seat belt latching mechanism may separate when loaded in a frontal impact.
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and fit quality assured seat belt buckles.

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.

Back to the Vauxhall Corsa

Lane Keep Assist warning light may not illuminate

Alternator protection cap may contact filter pipe

Tyre pressure warnings may be incorrect or missing

Telematics box may not connect to remote server

Emissions warning light may not illuminate

Fuel pipe connections may leak

Camshaft drive chain may wear or break

Telematics box may lack connected services

Brake module may leak fluid internally

Battery monitoring software may contain an error

Autonomous telematics box may not work

Oil jet nozzle may provide inadequate engine lubrication

Telematics box may lose connection to remote services

eVCU software may cause excess energy use

Radio software may deactivate emergency braking and lane assist

Passenger airbag may not deploy properly

Canister purge valve or fuel line may affect emissions

Motor control unit calibration may cause loss of propulsion

Engine emissions may exceed regulatory requirements

Rear axle may not be properly welded

AC compressor fault could shut down the powertrain

Battery control software may cut propulsion

Body control software may prevent conformity testing

Turn indicator fault may not alert the driver

On-board charger may have an intermittent connection

Side airbags may deploy unexpectedly

Seatbelts may stick when pulled out or retracted

Engine emissions control may exceed NOx limits

Hood may open unexpectedly while driving

Handbrake may disengage

Roof side rail airbag may deploy incorrectly

Steering rack may fracture

Water ingress may cause an electrical short circuit

Vacuum pump relay short may cause fire

Steering connection may come loose and cause loss of control

Steering rack gears may crack

Moisture in ABS control unit may cause a fire

Steering knuckle may fail

Steering intermediate shaft may break

Handbrake may not hold

Brake pedal bearing may fail

Handbrake cable may move and lose function

ABS modulator may reduce braking performance

Intermediate steering shaft may break

Moisture may cause ABS failure or overheating

Front suspension control arm may fracture

Moisture in ABS wiring may cause a short circuit or fire

Steering wheel centre screw may be loose

Seat adjuster latch spring may fail

Airbag control unit may not work with child seat cradle

Seat rails may fracture

Seatbelt buckle may separate in a frontal impact