Vauxhall Vivaro recall: Airbag may not deploy as intended
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- 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.
- What to do
- Contact a Vauxhall dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles check bolts are present for tightness and fit new bolts where required.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
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.
The fix
On affected vehicles check bolts are present for tightness and fit new bolts where required.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivaro | 18 Sep 2013 | 1 Dec 2014 | 22 |
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 19 May 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.