Vauxhall Astra reliability

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 7 vehicles

Affected vehicles may face potential leakage of the under-bonnet fuel pipe due to a weakness of its crimping.

Fix: Change the fuel pipe.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 12 vehicles

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.

Fix: Update the electrical Vehicle Control Unit (eVCU) software.

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 583 vehicles

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.

Fix: Check and replace the Radio frequency connectivity box.

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 4 vehicles

On affected vehicles below 12500 miles under certain conditions engine emissions may lead to a non-compliance to regulatory requirements.

Fix: Check the mileage of the vehicle and update the ECU (Engine Control Unit) calibration on vehicles below 12500 miles.

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 347 vehicles

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.�

Fix: Check for the sticker in the radar zone and remove it if necessary.

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 506 vehicles

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.

Fix: Update the MCU (Motor Control Unit) with modified software.

Recalled models: ASTRA Electric · 349 vehicles

A front seatbelt pre-tensioner may malfunction which can cause the driver seatbelt pretensioner not to be activated when the passenger airbag is locked.

Fix: Check and replace the seatbelt pretensioner

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 1 vehicles

Suspension wishbone bolts may have been incorrectly tightened during the production process.

Fix: Check and tighten wishbone bolts to the correct torque.

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 1,082 vehicles

Exterior door handles might stay open and the door will not be locked.

Fix: Check the four door handles and replace them if necessary.

Recalled models: ASTRA L · 36 vehicles

Noises may come from the rear wheel brake and wheel pinion socket due to incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts.

Fix: Replace the affected rear wheel hub bolts.

Recalled models: ASTRA K · 2 vehicles

Front seat frames may not be welded correctly

Fix: Check seat frame welds and replace front seats if necessary.

Recalled models: ASTRA K · 1,688 vehicles

The hill start hold feature exceeds the correct time specification.

Fix: A Software Update to the Electronic Brake Control Module.

Recalled models: ASTRA J · 42,603 vehicles

Extended brake pedal travel and a reduction in braking power where the brake pedal is applied slowly and constantly.

Fix: Replace numerous brake and clutch hydraulic components.

Recalled models: ASTRA K · 37,167 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA K · 713 vehicles

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.

Fix: check/adjust turbo oil feed pipe connector on all affected vehicles

Recalled models: ASTRA J GTC · 3 vehicles

A front seat side air bag may not deploy as intended

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the airbag module assembly

Recalled models: ASTRA · 289 vehicles

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace passenger air bag module.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 1,745 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 48,157 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to programme the Engine Control Module with the latest software.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 681 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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

Recalled models: ASTRA · 48,155 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary replace the window regulator motor.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 1,291 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the front passenger seat rails to seat frame fixing bolts.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 1,436 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 33,639 vehicles

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.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the guide joint checked for correct mounting and replaced if the mounting is found to be incorrect.

Recalled models: ASTRA H · 2,510 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA H · 530 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 2,437 vehicles

Front driver and co-driver seat locking mechanism may become inoperative. Seats may become insecure.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles and replace easy entry spring housing on driver and co-driver seat frame.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 3,009 vehicles

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.

Fix: 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.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 636,066 vehicles

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

Fix: 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

Recalled models: ASTRA · 601,131 vehicles

The engine wiring harness may chafe on the power steering pump pulley resulting in a possible fire hazard.

Fix: Recall the affected vehicles and secure the wiring harness with cable ties as per the manufacturers instructions. At the same time the wiring will be checked for damage and where this has occurred it will be rectified as required.

Recalled models: ASTRA · 14,452 vehicles