Vauxhall Astra K recall: Front brake hoses incorrectly installed
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Vauxhall dealer to book the free repair. 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…
What’s wrong
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.
The 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.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astra K | 18 Aug 2015 | 5 Oct 2017 | 713 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 12 July 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.