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Vauxhall Movano reliability

The Vauxhall Movano fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 45% of 2,500 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.

Up to 5 years old
28.3% failed their MOT
Worse than most
From 732 MOT tests of Vauxhall Movanos this age. A small sample, so take it as a rough guide: a few cars either way can move these figures.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 4× as oftenHeadlamp aim6.6% vs 1.7%Fix about £30
Fails 15× as oftenPosition lamps4.5% vs 0.3%Fix about £30
Fails 5× as oftenExhaust emissions3.8% vs 0.8%Fix about £150
Fails 2× as oftenMechanical brake components3.6% vs 1.8%
Advised 13× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)6.4% vs 0.5%Fix about £30
Advised 3× as oftenCondition of glass4.5% vs 1.5%
6 to 10 years old
32.1% failed their MOT
Worse than most
From 1,621 MOT tests of Vauxhall Movanos this age.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 4× as oftenBrake performance7.2% vs 1.9%
Fails 2× as oftenHeadlamp aim5.5% vs 2.5%Fix about £30
Fails 4× as oftenPosition lamps5.5% vs 1.5%Fix about £30
Fails 86% more oftenMechanical brake components5.2% vs 2.8%
Advised 4× as oftenRigid brake pipes7% vs 1.6%Fix about £120
Advised 3× as oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)6.7% vs 2.1%Fix about £30
Advised 2× as oftenCondition of glass4.6% vs 2.1%
Advised 2× as oftenBrake performance4% vs 2%
Over 10 years old
45% failed their MOT
About average
From 2,500 MOT tests of Vauxhall Movanos this age.
Where it does worse than other cars this age
Fails 3× as oftenBrake performance18.4% vs 5.8%
Fails 2× as oftenTransmission5.9% vs 2.6%
Fails 10× as oftenSteering gear4.9% vs 0.5%
Fails 48% more oftenMechanical brake components4.6% vs 3.1%
Advised 42% more oftenFluid leaks14.3% vs 10.1%
Advised 57% more oftenRigid brake pipes13% vs 8.3%Fix about £120
Advised 83% more oftenBrake performance8.4% vs 4.6%
Advised 54% more oftenRegistration plate lamp(s)8% vs 5.2%Fix about £30
Safety recalls

32 DVSA recalls for the Vauxhall Movano

Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.

R/2026/2853 Jul 2026Built 2024–2025Movano software - turn signal detection.

On affected vehicles the Body Control Module is not correctly configured to detect a failure in the indicator lamps. As a result if a turn indicator bulb fails it's not detected and the indicator warning does not activate.

Fix: Update the vehicle configuration and the Secure Gateway Electronic Control Unit.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 2,310 vehicles

R/2026/24729 May 2026Built 2024–2025Movano Smart Tachograph

Affected vehicles have a smart tachograph fitted that may not comply with regulatory requirements.

Fix: Replace the Tachograph Sensor Antenna(s) and adding Wiring Harnesses if necessary.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 87 vehicles

R/2026/04930 Jan 2026Built 2024–2025Vauxhall Movano Fuel Pipe Leak

Affected vehicles may have been fitted with fuel return pipes not according to specification which can lead to a fuel leak.

Fix: Check the fuel return pipes and replace if necessary.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 560 vehicles

R/2025/39516 Sept 2025Built 2024–2025Vauxhall Movano Wrong Proxy Configuration6

Affected vehicles may have an incorrect speed limitation value displayed on the instrument cluster due to a wrong configuration.

Fix: Update the configuration in the body control module.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 48 vehicles

R/2025/3909 Sept 2025Built 2024Movano Wrong Engine software

We would like to update the Engine Control Module software as it may have an incorrect version in order to avoid higher CO2 values than those stated in the CoC and thus to comply to emission regulatory requirements.

Fix: Update the Engine Control Module software

Recalled models: MOVANO · 4 vehicles

R/2025/33818 Aug 2025Built 2024–2025Front Camera software

On affected vehicles the Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB) function may remain deactivated in a specific use case.

Fix: Update the Front Camera software to ensure correct activation / deactivation of the AEB system.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 610 vehicles

R/2025/34218 Aug 2025Built 2021–2023Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics

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.

Fix: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

Recalled models: MOVANO C · 7,212 vehicles

R/2025/18113 May 2025Built 2021–2023Instrument Panel Cluster Software

On affected vehicles a low AdBlue level message may not be displayed on the Instrument Panel Cluster. This could lead to the possibility of not being able to start the vehicle due to an empty AdBlue tank.

Fix: Update the Instrument Panel Cluster software.

Recalled models: MOVANO C · 6 vehicles

R/2025/01816 Jan 2025Built 2023–2024Vauxhall Movano Traffic Sign Recognition software via OTA update.

On affected vehicles the traffic sign recognition function does not meet regulatory requirements. After de-activation it will remain de-activated even after vehicle restart.

Fix: Update the radio software via over-the-Air.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 77 vehicles

R/2024/46922 Nov 2024Built 2014–2021Vauxhall Movano B Fuel Pipe

On affected vehicles the fuel pipe may chafe as a result of being in contact with the engine harness.

Fix: On the affected vehicles check the fuel pipe and if necessary replace the pipe in addition a spacer will be fitted to avoid any risk of chafing.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 2,803 vehicles

R/2023/30330 Oct 2023Built 2023On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.

On affected vehicles the hydraulic power steering hose is not according to specification which could lead to deterioration in power steering assistance or sudden loss of steering assistance.�

Fix: Check and replace power steering hose if necessary.�

Recalled models: MOVANO · 786 vehicles

R/2021/2189 Jun 2021Built 2021The right rear brake calliper might not be built to specification

The right rear brake calliper might not be built to specification.

Fix: Check the production date stamp of the right rear brake calliper and replace the brake calliper if necessary.

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 72 vehicles

R/2021/19228 May 2021Built 2018–2019A fuel leak may occur due to a chafing condition between the fuel feed hose and the camshaft cover

A fuel leak may occur due to a chafing condition between the fuel feed hose and the camshaft cover.

Fix: Check the fuel feed hose replace it if damaged and add a protection to the hose to prevent a future chafing condition.

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 5,163 vehicles

R/2020/18222 Jun 2020Built 2019The optional speed limiter does not work

The optional Speed Limiter does not work.

Fix: Reprogramming of the Engine Control Module

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 68 vehicles

R/2020/18422 Jun 2020Built 2019The ground terminal of the trailer hitch socket may be installed in an incorrect port

The ground terminal of the trailer hitch socket might be installed in an incorrect port.

Fix: Relocate the ground terminal in the trailer hitch socket from pin location 10 to location 3.

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 2 vehicles

R/2019/20026 Jun 2019Built 2018The u bolt securing the right hand rear leaf spring may be incorrectly fastened

The rear axle U-bolts may not be fastened according to specification.

Fix: Check the tightening torque of the rear axle U-bolts and replace where incorrect

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 20 vehicles

R/2018/13723 May 2018On board diagnostic system may fail to display failure of the power steering assist pump

on a certain number of Movano B - Model Year 17 and 18 the alerts on failures from power steering assist pump might not be indicated in the instrument cluster due to incorrect calibration file in Instrument Cluster. OBD System does not work to specification because a potential failure on the power steering assist pump might not be indicated in the instrument cluster

Fix: Apply the new calibration file for Instrument Cluster

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 540 vehicles

R/2018/13618 May 2018On board diagnostic system may malfunction

on a certain number of Movano B - Model Year 16 and 17 with LWK or L0D engine there are some problems of the OBD (on Board Diagnostic) which should be indicated but do not trigger the MIL (Malfunction Indication Lamp). occurs Possible faults which should be indicated but do not trigger the MIL (Malfunction Indication Lamp). Under worst-case conditions the OBD would recognize a failure on Exhaust System components (e.g. components of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR) but would not display the failure with a malfunction indicator lamp.

Fix: Reprogram the K20 Engine Control Module via SPS with the latest software available on TIS2WEB:

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 76 vehicles

R/2018/06327 Mar 2018Built 2015–2017Steering column joint may not be secure

The Steering column may become detached from the rack due to incorrectly tightened bolt.

Fix: On affected vehicles check for presence of retaining nut. If present tighten nut to specified torque. If nut is absent replace bolt and screw and tighten to specified torque. THE MANUFACTURER HAS ADVISED NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE.

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 160 vehicles

R/2017/33118 Dec 2017Built 2016–2017Diesel filter securing strap may break

An incorrect surface treatment on the fuel filter collar may lead to breakage of the diesel filter strap resulting in vibration and noise from the engine compartment. In the case of any mechanical pulses when driving with a broken strap or as a consequence of an accident this could result in breakage of the fuel pipes with subsequent leakage.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the diesel filter strap.

Recalled models: MOVANO B · 402 vehicles

R/2017/08817 Mar 2017Built 2010–2015Sideboard or tailboard may detach

It has been identified that the side board/tail board hinges may fail. This could result in the detachment of the side board whilst the vehicle is in motion.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to install additional safety reinforcement brackets to the side boards/tail board of the body and check the existng hinges and repair if necessary.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 825 vehicles

R/2016/16825 Jul 2016Built 2015Oil may leak in extreme cases may cause a fire

Affected vehicles may have been built with an incorrect crimping of the turbocharger oil feed pipe connector. This may cause oil leakage which may lead to odours smoke oil specks on the floor or engine failure. In the worst case a fire in the engine compartment could occur.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the turbo charger oil feed pipe.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 76 vehicles

R/2015/2579 Feb 2016Built 2015Loss of braking performance

The servo vacuum pump may fail causing a hard bake pedal loss of engine power and the vehicle may adopt limp home mode. A warning lamp may also illuminate.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace vacuum pump.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 598 vehicles

R/2012/0877 Sept 2012Built 2012Seat belt buckle may fail

Seat-belt buckle for the double cab second seat row may separate from seat connector under load.

Fix: Check all seat-belt buckles of the second seat row according to the following rework instruction and install a new seat-belt buckle if necessary

Recalled models: MOVANO · 63 vehicles

R/2011/10319 Sept 2011Built 2009–2010Rear wheel bearing may shear

It is possible that the rear wheel bearing has been damaged whilst it was assembled onto the stub axle. This should be identified by excessive noise however in the worst case if not detected it could result in bearing failure and the detachment of the wheel and hub.

Fix: Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the wheel bearings with new items which will have protective sleeves to aid correct installation.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 190 vehicles

R/2011/07315 Jul 2011Built 2009–2010Spare wheel may become detached

The spare wheel carrier winch system may allow the spare wheel to be loosely installed after the customer has used the winch. In this condition the spare wheel might move during driving which may damage and eventually break the cable and guiding pin of the winch system. In this worst case the spare wheel would become detached from the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the complete spare wheel winch system.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 480 vehicles

R/2010/1874 Jan 2011Built 2009–2010Rear axle may detach

Because of a manufacturing error the nearside rear stub axle could start to develop cracks at the inner radius which could eventually lead to failure of the stub axle and difficulty in maintaining directional control.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the rear axle.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 246 vehicles

R/2010/1884 Jan 2011Built 2009–2010Seat belt may not perform correctly

It has been found that some of the front seat mounting brackets have not been correctly fitted to the seats. The front seat mountings could fail if the fitting brackets have been incorrectly fitted. Vehicle control could be affected.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit new seat assemblies.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 352 vehicles

R/2009/13911 Jan 2010Built 2008–2009Right front seat weld may not be to specification

The welding to the right hand front single seat may not be to specification. In the event of an accident the right hand front seat may separate from the floor panel.

Fix: Recall the likely to be affected vehicles to add two welding seams on each rear bracket on the right hand front seat pedestal.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 4,573 vehicles

R/2006/15818 Sept 2006Built 2005Parking brake may fail

It has been identified that cracking of the parking brake actuating levers of the rear axle disc brake calipers may lead to loss of parking brake function.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will be inspected and affected parts replaced as necessary.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 830 vehicles

R/2004/1705 Nov 2004Built 2004Steering wheel vibrating could impair control of the vehicle

Steering wheel mounting may not have been tightened to specification. This may lead to the steering wheel vibrating so impairing control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected replace the steering wheel and fix with a new bolt to a new tightening specification.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 2,947 vehicles

R/2000/00231 Jan 2000Built 2000Possibility of loss of brake servo assistance

There is a possibility that the brake servo valve may not function correctly resulting in loss of servo assistance to the braking system.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles for the inspection and possible replacement of the brake servo valve.

Recalled models: MOVANO · 1,139 vehicles

DVSA vehicle safety recalls (Crown copyright, Open Government Licence).

Checking a Vauxhall Movano before you buy

Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.

Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2023 (Open Government Licence v3.0). Failure rates compare this model with all cars in the same age band. Fix prices are typical independent-garage estimates.
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