Vauxhall Vectra recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 10 safety recalls naming the Vauxhall Vectra, launched from 1997 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 Vectra recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 10
- 1997 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 9 October 2026
- R/2026/404
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Vauxhall Vectra 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.
Vauxhall cross carline Driver’s Airbag - Takata
R/2026/404, launched 9 October 2026. Also covers the Astra, Signum
Defect: On affected vehicles the chemicals in the Takata airbags may deteriorate over time which may cause the inflator to rupture and lead to serious injury.
Remedy: Owners of affected vehicles should immediately cease using their vehicle when safe to do so until the recall action has been completed. Affected vehicles will have the airbag modules replaced.
Vauxhall cross carline Driver’s Airbag - Takata
R/2025/511, launched 1 December 2025. Also covers the Astra, Cascada, Meriva, Mokka, Signum, 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.
HANDBRAKE MAY PARTIALLY RELEASE
R/2008/014, launched 7 April 2008, 236,284 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Signum
Defect: Following a small number of complaints of Vauxhall Vectra and Signum vehicles rolling away due to allegedly defective handbrakes. Vauxhall engineers in conjunction with consultants and other bodies have conducted rigorous testing and found that provided the handbrake is applied correctly without depressing the release button the handbrake is perfectly safe.
Remedy: In line with it's priority of continuous improvement recalled vehicles will be fitted with a modified handbrake mechanism to reduce the possibility of a partial release.
HEATED WASHER NOZZLE MAY SHORT CIRCUIT
R/2006/088, launched 14 June 2006, 1,220 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible that moisture may enter the heated washer nozzle housing and cause a short circuit of the heating elements. In the worse case a fire may ensue.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to disconnect the heated washer nozzle housings.
REAR SEAT CENTRE BELT MIGHT NOT RESTRAIN THE SEAT OCCUPANT IN A FRONTAL IMPACT
R/2006/050, launched 17 May 2006, 1,172 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that during the manufacturing process the lock bar may not have been fitted to the belt retractor. In the worst case the restraint function of the rear seat centre belt might not operate correctly in the case of a frontal impact.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the rear centre seat belt inspected and replaced if necessary.
REAR AXLE HUB MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION
R/2005/166, launched 17 December 2005, 783 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Signum
Defect: The hardening process applied to the rear wheel bearing inner ring may be incorrect. There is a possibility that a rumbling noise may become apparent which if not checked could in extreme circumstances result in the detachment of the hub and severely impaired road holding/handling.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the date stamp on the rear wheel hubs. Where necessary replace the hub bearing assembly.
REAR EXHAUST PIPE MAY MOVE BACKWARDS SLIPPING OFF THE FRONT PIPE
R/2004/148, launched 5 November 2004, 10,470 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Signum
Defect: The possibility exists that the rear exhaust pipe can move backwards and slip off the front pipe. With the possibility that under body components may become damaged.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles check likely to be affected under body areas and install a new exhaust clamp.
FIXING BOLTS OF THE REAR SEAT BELT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED ACCORDING TO SPECIFICATION
R/2004/062, launched 22 April 2004, 136 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Fixing bolts of the rear seat belt on the height adjuster C pillar and body sill may not have been torqued according to specification
Remedy: Recall likely to be affected vehicles check torque rear seat belts and tighten to specification.
FAILURE OF PARKING BRAKE CABLE
R/1998/016, launched 17 February 1998, 195,000 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Insufficient diameter of the handbrake cable may cause the handbrake to fail prematurely.
Remedy: Affected vehicles are being recalled to have the handbrake cable replaced with a modified larger diameter version.
SECURITY OF FUEL PIPES
R/1997/042, launched 5 June 1997, 39,601 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: In a small number of cases the fuel supply and/or return pipes may detach from their connection at the fuel tank.
Remedy: The affected vehicles are being recalled to have the security of the supply and return pipes checked. Where any of the pipes is found to be insecure the securing clip and if necessary the tank sender unit will be replaced.
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 Vectra, 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.