Vauxhall Vivaro recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 48 safety recalls naming the Vauxhall Vivaro, launched from 2003 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 Vivaro recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 48
- 2003 to 2026
- Latest recall
- 13 March 2026
- R/2026/107
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Vauxhall Vivaro 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.
Water pump pulley
R/2026/107, launched 13 March 2026. Also covers the Combo
Defect: On affected vehicles due to a production nonconformity the water pump may malfunction which may cause a loss of engine power and result in the engine shutting down.
Remedy: Replace the water pump.
Vauxhall Cross carline Fuel Injection common rail
R/2026/019, launched 21 January 2026. Also covers the Combo
Defect: On affected vehicles a non-conformity issue with the fuel injection common rail may lead to a loosening of the nut and a potential fuel leak.
Remedy: Check the fuel injection common rail and if necessary replace the rail and high-pressure fuel pipes.
Vauxhall Vivaro (K0) Combo (K9) IVI software via OTA update.
R/2026/007, launched 19 December 2025. Also covers the Combo
Defect: Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.
Remedy: Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.
Vauxhall Vivaro (K0) Low In-use performance ratio – ECM software.
R/2025/498, launched 12 November 2025, 4,104 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles there is an issue with the Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration which may lead to non-compliance with regulatory emission requirements.
Remedy: Update the ECM calibration.
Vauxhall Vivaro Rear Brake Discs
R/2025/412, launched 29 September 2025, 5 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been equipped with rear brake discs out of specification. These brake discs have insufficient contact with the wheel hub resulting in abnormal stress concentration.
Remedy: Check the rear brake discs and replace them and the brake pads if necessary.
Emission recall – On Board Diagnostics
R/2025/342, launched 18 August 2025. Also covers the Combo, Corsa, Crossland, Grandland, Movano
Defect: 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.
Remedy: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.
Vauxhall Vivaro (K0) Lower Control Arm Bushing.
R/2025/309, launched 1 August 2025, 29,927 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the bolts on the front wishbone may break due to corrosion.
Remedy: Replace the bolts and bushings on both sides of the front wishbone.
Vauxhall DV5R Engines Camshaft Chain.
R/2025/245, launched 3 July 2025. Also covers the Astra, Combo, Corsa, Crossland, Grandland, Mokka
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.
Traction Battery software
R/2025/119, launched 24 March 2025. Also covers the Combo, Corsa, Mokka
Defect: Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Remedy: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.
Vauxhall Vivaro TBMU software
R/2024/466, launched 20 November 2024, 30 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles they may have been supplied with incorrect software in the Traction Battery Management Unit TBMU that can lead to a non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the TBMU software will be updated to meet regulatory requirements.
Vauxhall Vivaro K0 Seat Fixation
R/2024/455, launched 4 November 2024, 2,503 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles there may be insufficient fixing on the 1st and/or 2nd row of seats that could potentially allow seat movement in the event of a collision
Remedy: On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked
Vauxhall Vivaro (K0) Display screws missing.
R/2024/418, launched 23 October 2024, 7,931 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles the radio display fixing screws may be missing allowing a potential detachment of the display during a collision.
Remedy: On the affected vehicles the fixings will be checked and fitted if necessary.
Vauxhall Vivaro (K0) Rear Springs
R/2024/313, launched 5 August 2024, 1,230 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have been equipped with the incorrect rear springs which can result in impaired driving behaviour when fully loaded or a risk of rear spring detachment in a worst-case scenario when empty.
Remedy: Replace both rear springs.
Vauxhall Vivaro – Ground Connections
R/2024/215, launched 7 May 2024, 24 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On affected vehicles there could be a loss of ground connections for some electrical harnesses which could result in a worst-case scenario in the loss of several vehicle functions with safety impacts and a risk of erratic behaviour of the vehicle.
Remedy: Check and re-tighten the ground connections.
Affected vehicles may be equipped with a B-Pillar manufacturer label with incorrect weight data which can lead to a non-conformity to regulatory requirements.
R/2023/145, launched 10 May 2023, 6,506 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may be equipped with a B-Pillar manufacturer label with incorrect weight data which can lead to a non-conformity to regulatory requirements.
Remedy: Replace the manufacturer label with one that has correct load values.
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, Mokka
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.
Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.
R/2023/078, launched 23 March 2023, 6 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.
Remedy: Replace the steering tie rod/track rod end nut and tighten to the correct torque.
Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
R/2022/332, launched 21 November 2022, 4,861 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.
Remedy: Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.
Insufficient tightening torque of the steering gear fastening bolts can lead to vibration or improper steering behaviour.
R/2022/362, launched 8 August 2022, 1 vehicle affected across the models it covers
Defect: Insufficient tightening torque of the steering gear fastening bolts can lead to vibration or improper steering behaviour.
Remedy: Check and replace the steering gear if necessary.
On the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised
R/2022/252, launched 8 August 2022, 49 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised.
Remedy: Check the rear brake caliper references and replace as necessary.
THE HIGH VOLTAGE HARNESS MIGHT NOT BE TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION.
R/2022/204, launched 13 July 2022, 33 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The High Voltage Harness might not be to the correct specification.
Remedy: Check the harness conformity and replace it if necessary.
THE SELECTIVE CATALYTIC REDUCTION SYSTEM DOES NOT HEAT UP AS REQUIRED
R/2022/141, launched 16 May 2022, 191 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system does not heat up as required.
Remedy: Replace the affected Urea Reservoir.
THE FRONT MODULAR BENCH SEAT HEADRESTS MAY NOT BE TO SPECIFICATION.
R/2022/065, launched 14 March 2022, 638 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front modular bench seat headrests may not be to specification and might not be locked correctly.
Remedy: Check and if necessary replace the affected headrests and guides
THE REAR SPRING CENTRALISER MIGHT BE WELDED INCORRECTLY
R/2021/252, launched 7 July 2021, 53 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The rear spring centraliser might be welded incorrectly.
Remedy: Add 3 weld spots to the rear spring centralisers.
POSSIBLE DAMAGED WHEEL BOLT THREADS DUE TO A PRODUCTION PROCESS DEVIATION
R/2020/384, launched 22 December 2020, 53 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Possible damaged wheel bolt threads due to a production process deviation.
Remedy: Check and if necessary replace the wheel bolts hub and wheel.
AN INCORRECT CALIBRATION FILE FOR NOX CALCULATION WAS USED IN PRODUCTION
R/2020/371, launched 15 December 2020, 974 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: An incorrect calibration file for NOx calculation was used in production.
Remedy: Reprogram the Reductant Control Module with the latest software.
WATER INGRESS THROUGH WHEEL ARCHES INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
R/2020/036, launched 11 February 2020, 945 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Water ingress into the passenger compartment due to poor wheel arch sealing may lead to airbag malfunction
Remedy: Seal the wheel arch body seams. Replace wiring harness and airbag control unit if necessary
SEVERAL REAR AXLE FASTENING BOLTS NEED TO BE REPLACED
R/2020/033, launched 11 February 2020, 39 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Rear axle bolts may break or become loose
Remedy: Check the fastening torque and replace affected bolts on all affected vehicles
WATER INGRESS THROUGH WHEEL ARCHES INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
R/2019/428, launched 11 February 2020, 75 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Water ingress into the passenger compartment due to poor wheel arch sealing may lead to airbag malfunction
Remedy: Seal the wheel arch body seams. Replace wiring harness and airbag control unit if necessary
POTENTIAL CHAFING ON THE FUEL TUBES
R/2019/423, launched 10 January 2020, 2,015 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Affected vehicles may have a chafing condition on the fuel pipes.
Remedy: Check and replace the fuel pipes as necessary add protectors to the pipes
LOSS OF PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION
R/2019/169, launched 28 May 2019, 6,270 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Incorrect crimping of the secondary parking brake cable ferrules.
Remedy: Replacement of the secondary parking brake cables the adjuster and the adjustment nut.
SUSPENSION MAY BECOME INSECURE
R/2017/025, launched 17 March 2017, 2,601 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The longitudinal control arm of the rear axle may not be correctly fastened. This may cause the arm to break and/or detach.
Remedy: On affected vehicles check the torque of the screw connection on the longitudinal rod and replace nuts bolts or rear axle where necessary.
EGR VALVE PIPE MAY FAIL
R/2016/256, launched 25 November 2016, 8,391 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve pipe may fail/break. This will allow hot exhaust gases to escape and potentially damage component in the surrounding area.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the EGR valve pipe.
BONNET CATCH MAY FAIL
R/2016/200, launched 13 September 2016, 7,866 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to an incorrect tightening operation in the production plant the locking function of the hood might not work correctly. This may allow the bonnet to open whilst the vehicle is in motion
Remedy: On affected vehicles check tightness of securing bolts and replace where necessary
AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED
R/2016/101, launched 19 May 2016, 22 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: One or both bolts retaining the passenger air bag may have been omitted during production. As a result the airbag may not deploy as intended during a frontal collision.
Remedy: On affected vehicles check bolts are present for tightness and fit new bolts where required.
BONNET LOCK MAY FAIL
R/2016/020, launched 11 April 2016, 2,364 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The tightening torque of both hood primary latch bolts may not be to specification and cause the locking function of the hood to not work correctly. The loosening of the hood latch screws under the influence of vibrations together with the aerodynamic pressure under the hood can lead to the bonnet not staying in the closed position.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the tightening torque of both hood primary latch bolts. Where necessary the bolts will be replaced.
LOSS OF BRAKING PERFORMANCE
R/2015/257, launched 9 February 2016, 598 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Movano
Defect: 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.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace vacuum pump.
BRAKE PEDAL MAY LOOSEN
R/2015/078, launched 8 April 2015, 780 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It is possible for the servo mounting bolts to loosen. If the noises are ignored over time it is possible for the brakes to be compromised.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pedal/servo mounting nuts.
SEAT FRAME MAY FAIL
R/2015/072, launched 21 March 2015, 1,650 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The integrity of the front seat bench frame for the passengers may be compromised because of non-compliance during the manufacturing processes. Customer may hear noises coming from underneath the bench. They may also notice some cracking on the seat frame angles. If the seat fails during a collision the passengers have an elevated risk of injury.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the seat frame. Replace the seat where necessary.
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE AFFECTED
R/2015/071, launched 21 March 2015, 687 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The lower wishbone fixing bolts might not have been tightened to the correct specification. This could lead to steering wheel noise and vibration possibly affecting steering direction while driving or accelerating (e.g. pulling to one side).
Remedy: On affected vehicles check tightness of bolts. If necessary replace bolts and tighten to correct specification.
FRONT DUAL SEAT MAY BE UNSTABLE IN A COLLISION
R/2015/070, launched 21 March 2015, 395 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The front dual passenger seat may fail as the welded seams may not be to specification.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affect and inspect the seat frame and where necessary replace the frame.
PARKING BRAKE MAY NOT PERFORM CORRECTLY
R/2015/069, launched 21 March 2015, 780 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The parking brake cable may not have been assembled correctly which can result in either the inability to apply the parking brake or the inability to release the parking brake.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the parking brake cable.
SEAT BELT BUCKLE MAY FAIL
R/2012/087, launched 7 September 2012, 63 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Movano
Defect: Seat-belt buckle for the double cab second seat row may separate from seat connector under load.
Remedy: 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
HANDBRAKE MAY FAIL
R/2010/227, launched 1 March 2011, 1,768 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Risk that the primary handbrake cable end - piece crimping may not conform so the handbrake cable may become detached.
Remedy: Check crimping at cable end. Replace cable if not within tolerance.
STEERING MAY FAIL
R/2010/081, launched 22 July 2010, 15 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the welds to the left front suspension-strut turret many not be to specification. This could lead to detachment of the suspension-strut turret detachment and subsequent loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles and apply additional weld seams to the turret.
SEAT BELTS MAY BECOME INSECURE
R/2009/101, launched 12 November 2009, 508 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The bolt securing the outer seat belt buckles may become loose on the 2nd and if fitted 3d row seats
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles remove bolt remove washer clean and refit bolt applying thread lock
POSSIBLE FAILURE OF PARKING BRAKE
R/2008/171, launched 15 December 2008, 45,330 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been identified that the parking brake cable connector situated between the primary and intermediate parking brake cables may fracture. Should this occur the parking brake function would be lost.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject cable connector replaced.
POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF BRAKE PEDAL LINKAGE RETAINING CLIP.
R/2003/015, launched 4 April 2003, 1,148 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A brake pedal linkage retaining clip may become detached after high mileage. Although no incidents have been reported in the worst case a pedal link could become detached and render the footbrake ineffective.
Remedy: Fit modified brake pedal linkage retaining clips.
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 Vivaro, 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.