Vauxhall Mokka recalls

25 official safety recalls for the Vauxhall Mokka 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. Alternator protection cap may contact filter pipe

    Reported March 9, 2026Model years 2024–2026DVSA 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 re‑position or replace the pipe if required.

  2. Driver airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported December 1, 2025Model years 2011–2018DVSA 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.

  3. 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

  4. Stop-start system may not shut off the engine

    Reported September 29, 2025Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/41614,040 vehicles affected

    Incorrect body control module coding may prevent the engine from shutting off in stop-start mode. The body control module software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Mokka BCM software Stop /Start System.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the engine will run all the time and will not shut off in start/stop mode due to incorrect Body Control Module coding.
    Remedy
    Update the Body Control Module software.

  5. Fuel pipe connections may leak

    Reported July 18, 2025Model years 2022–2025DVSA 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. Front tyres may be damaged

    Reported January 9, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/005522 vehicles affected

    The front tyres may have been damaged during production. They will be checked and changed if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Mokka Front Tyres Damaged
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the front tyres may have been damaged in the production process.
    Remedy
    Check the front tyres and change if necessary.

  12. Steering rack may require increased turning force

    Reported September 19, 2024Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2024/362562 vehicles affected

    The steering rack may be out of specification, increasing the force needed to turn the steering wheel. The steering rack will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Vauxhall Mokka Steering Gear Pinion.
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the steering rack fitted may not conform to specification and result in an increased force to rotate the steering wheel.
    Remedy
    On the affected vehicles the steering rack will be replaced.

  13. 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.

  14. AC compressor fault could shut down the powertrain

    Reported May 9, 2023Model years 2020DVSA 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.

  15. Fuel pipe may leak and cause a fire risk

    Reported April 27, 2023Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2023/128235 vehicles affected

    A fuel pipe may leak in the engine compartment, creating a risk of vehicle fire. The pipe will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.
    Defect
    A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.
    Remedy
    Check and replace the fuel pipe if necessary.

  16. 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.

  17. B-pillar VIN sticker may show the wrong VIN

    Reported May 20, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/15315 vehicles affected

    The B-pillar VIN sticker may show the wrong VIN. It will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE VEHICLES MAY HAVE THE WRONG VIN PRINTED ON THE B PILLAR VIN STICKER
    Defect
    The vehicles may have the wrong VIN printed on the �B pillar� VIN sticker.
    Remedy
    Check and if necessary replace the �B pillar� VIN sticker.

  18. Front suspension springs may be mispositioned

    Reported February 18, 2022Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2022/05632 vehicles affected

    A front suspension spring may be incorrectly positioned in its strut assembly. The springs will be checked and repositioned if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE FRONT SUSPENSION SPRINGS MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY POSITIONED IN THE STRUT ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    The front suspension springs may not be correctly positioned in the strut assembly.
    Remedy
    Check the front suspension springs and correct the position of the spring if necessary.

  19. Windscreen wipers may malfunction in cold weather

    Reported December 8, 2021Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2021/4222,153 vehicles affected

    The windscreen wipers may not work correctly below +3°C. The built-in system interface (BSI) module will be updated with the latest software.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    WINDSCREEN WIPERS MIGHT NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY AT LOW TEMPERATURES
    Defect
    The windscreen wipers might have a functionality issue at low ambient temperatures (below +3� degree Celsius)
    Remedy
    Program the Built-in System Interface (BSI) module with the latest software.

  20. Control arm bolts and nuts may be incorrectly tightened

    Reported June 30, 2021Model years 2021DVSA recall R/2021/2456 vehicles affected

    The bolts and nuts on both control arms may be incorrectly tightened. They will be replaced and tightened to the correct specifications.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BOLTS AND NUTS OF THE CONTROL ARMS MIGHT BE INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED
    Defect
    The bolts and nuts of both the control arms might be incorrectly tightened.
    Remedy
    Replace the bolts and nuts of both the control arms and tighten to the correct specifications.

  21. 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

  22. Tail lights may fail if bicycle carrier is stowed incorrectly

    Reported November 9, 2016DVSA recall R/2016/246857 vehicles affected

    If the rear bicycle carrier is not stowed correctly, the vehicle may not recognise it and the tail lights may not illuminate when required. A sticker will show how to stow the carrier correctly.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    TAIL LIGHTS MAY FAIL IF REAR BICYCLE CARRIER IS FOLDED BACK INCORRECTLY
    Defect
    It has been identified on certain Mokka models produced between 2013 & 2017 equipped with a rear bicycle carrier that if the rear bicycle carrier is not folded back into its correct stowed position after use then the body control module will not recognise this and will not illuminate the vehicles rear/tail lights when required.
    Remedy
    Recall all affected vehicles to attach a sticker on the rear bicycle carrier instructing driver how to stow the rear bicycle carrier correctly.

  23. Water in brake control module may cause a fire

    Reported July 1, 2016Model years 2015DVSA recall R/2016/1402,143 vehicles affected

    Water may enter the electronic brake control module connector and cause a short circuit and fire. A flashing warning lamp provides time to park safely or go to a dealer. The water channel and connector seals will be checked; the module or hydraulic modulator will be replaced if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RISK OF FIRE
    Defect
    Water may penetrate into the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) connector. In the worst case water can enter the EBCM where a short circuit may lead to a risk of fire. Warning before the fire element could occur is: flashing warning lamp which will give sufficient warning for the vehicle to be parked safely or if nearby taken to the dealership for repair.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check if the water cowl fastening clip correctly seals the water channel and that proper sealing of the EBCM connector is ensured. If necessary the EBCM and/or the hydraulic modulator will be replaced.

  24. Front seat belt pretensioner may not lock

    Reported August 24, 2015Model years 2011–2013DVSA recall R/2015/1237,476 vehicles affected

    In certain head-on or rear-end collisions, the lap belt pretensioner may deploy but fail to lock under load, increasing injury risk. Both front lap belt pretensioners will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FRONT SEAT LAP BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED
    Defect
    The front seats are equipped with lap and shoulder belt pretentioners. In certain head on or rear end collisions the lap belt pretentioner will deploy but not lock in the loaded position. This can increase the risk of injury when the conditions are met. Parts for the recall will not be available until October 2015.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace both front pretentioners with lap belt.

  25. Steering wheel bolt may loosen

    Reported March 26, 2013Model years 2012DVSA recall R/2013/044102 vehicles affected

    The steering wheel securing bolt may not be tight enough. The wheel could become loose and, if ignored, detach and cause loss of vehicle control. The bolt will be secured.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING WHEEL MAY DETACH
    Defect
    It is possible that the steering wheel securing bolt may not have been tightened to the correct specification. This should be identified to the driver by a loose steering wheel. However in extreme cases if the driver does not take notice of the looseness then the wheel could detach causing loss of control of the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Recall all the affected vehicle and re-secure the steering wheel securing bolt.

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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