Vauxhall Zafira C, Astra J, Cascada recall: Software issue with hill start assist feature
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The hill start hold feature exceeds the correct time specification.
- What to do
- Contact a Vauxhall dealer to book the free repair. A Software Update to the Electronic Brake Control Module.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The hill start hold feature exceeds the correct time specification.
The fix
A Software Update to the Electronic Brake Control Module.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zafira C | 19 May 2009 | 31 Jan 2014 | 42,603 |
| Astra J | 19 May 2009 | 31 Jan 2014 | 42,603 |
| Cascada | 19 May 2009 | 31 Jan 2014 | 42,603 |
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 25 February 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.