Vauxhall Meriva and Astra recall: Front passenger airbag may not deploy as intended
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The passenger air bag may not meet the correct specification. In the possible event of a frontal collision front passenger airbag might not deploy as intended.
- What to do
- Contact a Vauxhall dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace passenger air bag module.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The passenger air bag may not meet the correct specification. In the possible event of a frontal collision front passenger airbag might not deploy as intended.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace passenger air bag module.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriva | 26 Jul 2016 | 31 Aug 2016 | 1,745 |
| Astra | 19 Jul 2016 | 9 Nov 2016 | 1,745 |
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 28 December 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.