Vauxhall Mokka recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 26 safety recalls naming the Vauxhall Mokka, launched from 2013 to 2026. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Vauxhall Mokka recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 26
- 2013 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 9 March 2026
- R/2026/072
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Vauxhall Mokka recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Alternator protection
R/2026/072, launched 9 March 2026. Also covers the Corsa, Frontera
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.
Vauxhall cross carline Driver’s Airbag - Takata
R/2025/511, launched 1 December 2025. Also covers the Astra, Cascada, Meriva, Signum, Vectra, Zafira
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.
Vauxhall Corsa Mokka Combo ESC software
R/2025/451, launched 22 October 2025. Also covers the Combo, Corsa
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
Vauxhall Mokka BCM software Stop /Start System.
R/2025/416, launched 29 September 2025. Also covers the Grandland
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.
Vauxhall Fuel Pipe
R/2025/282, launched 18 July 2025. Also covers the Astra, Corsa, Grandland
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.
Vauxhall DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
R/2025/245, launched 3 July 2025. Also covers the Astra, Combo, Corsa, Crossland, Grandland, Vivaro
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.
Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
R/2025/145, launched 14 April 2025. Also covers the Corsa
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.
Traction Battery software
R/2025/119, launched 24 March 2025. Also covers the Combo, Corsa, Vivaro
Defect: Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Remedy: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Vauxhall Automomous Telematics Box.
R/2025/068, launched 14 February 2025. Also covers the Corsa, Grandland
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.
Vauxhall Astra Corsa Mokka eVCU update
R/2025/044, launched 7 February 2025. Also covers the Astra, Corsa
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.
Vauxhall Mokka Front Tyres Damaged
R/2025/005, launched 9 January 2025, 522 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the front tyres may have been damaged in the production process.
Remedy: Check the front tyres and change if necessary.
Vauxhall Mokka Steering Gear Pinion.
R/2024/362, launched 19 September 2024, 562 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
Cross carline Engine software
R/2024/133, launched 13 March 2024. Also covers the Astra, Corsa, Crossland
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.
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.
R/2023/139, launched 9 May 2023, 34,528 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Combo, Corsa, Vivaro
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.
A fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a vehicle fire.
R/2023/128, launched 27 April 2023, 235 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
There is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving.
R/2023/008, launched 17 January 2023, 3,666 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Combo, Corsa
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.
THE VEHICLES MAY HAVE THE WRONG VIN PRINTED ON THE B PILLAR VIN STICKER
R/2022/153, launched 20 May 2022, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
THE FRONT SUSPENSION SPRINGS MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY POSITIONED IN THE STRUT ASSEMBLY
R/2022/056, launched 18 February 2022, 32 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
WINDSCREEN WIPERS MIGHT NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY AT LOW TEMPERATURES
R/2021/422, launched 8 December 2021, 2,153 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
THE BOLTS AND NUTS OF THE CONTROL ARMS MIGHT BE INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED
R/2021/245, launched 30 June 2021, 6 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY POTENTIALLY STICK AS A RESULT OF HIGH VEHICLE INTERIOR TEMPERATURES
R/2021/063, launched 1 March 2021, 62,957 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The brake pedal may potentially stick as a result of high vehicle interior temperatures causing the brake lights to activate without brake pedal pressure.
Remedy: To reprogram the electronic brake control module (EBCM) to enable a warning message to display.
FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG MAY DEPLOY INCORRECTLY
R/2017/027, launched 17 March 2017, 289 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Astra, Meriva, Zafira
Defect: A front seat side air bag may not deploy as intended
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the airbag module assembly
TAIL LIGHTS MAY FAIL IF REAR BICYCLE CARRIER IS FOLDED BACK INCORRECTLY
R/2016/246, launched 9 November 2016, 857 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
RISK OF FIRE
R/2016/140, launched 1 July 2016, 2,143 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
FRONT SEAT LAP BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED
R/2015/123, launched 24 August 2015, 7,476 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
STEERING WHEEL MAY DETACH
R/2013/044, launched 26 March 2013, 102 vehicles affected across the models it covers
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.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Vauxhall Mokka, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Vauxhall dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.