Vauxhall Vivaro recalls

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.

Fix: Replace the water pump.

2,064 vehicles · built 15 Oct 2025 to 28 Feb 2026

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.

Fix: Check the fuel injection common rail and if necessary replace the rail and high-pressure fuel pipes.

419 vehicles · built 25 Jul 2025 to 10 Oct 2025

Affected vehicle may face a black screen on the Instrument Panel Cluster with several functions not available to view.

Fix: Update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-the-Air.

9,008 vehicles · built 11 Oct 2023 to 3 Jul 2025

On affected vehicles there is an issue with the Engine Control Module (ECM) calibration which may lead to non-compliance with regulatory emission requirements.

Fix: Update the ECM calibration.

4,104 vehicles · built 2 May 2022 to 29 Jan 2024

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.

Fix: Check the rear brake discs and replace them and the brake pads if necessary.

5 vehicles · built 24 Jan 2024 to 24 Jan 2024

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.

Fix: Update the Engine Control Unit software to ensure compliance to regulations.

10,083 vehicles · built 14 May 2019 to 11 Oct 2021

On affected vehicles the bolts on the front wishbone may break due to corrosion.

Fix: Replace the bolts and bushings on both sides of the front wishbone.

29,927 vehicles · built 23 Sep 2020 to 30 Jun 2022

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.

Fix: 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.

649 vehicles · built 18 Jan 2018 to 3 May 2022

Affected vehicles may face an error in the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

Fix: Update the Battery Monitoring Unit software.

559 vehicles · built 13 Jul 2022 to 2 Mar 2023

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.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the TBMU software will be updated to meet regulatory requirements.

30 vehicles · built 22 Aug 2024 to 24 Sep 2024

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

Fix: On the affected vehicles seat fixings will be reworked

2,503 vehicles · built 28 Aug 2024 to 8 Oct 2024

On affected vehicles the radio display fixing screws may be missing allowing a potential detachment of the display during a collision.

Fix: On the affected vehicles the fixings will be checked and fitted if necessary.

7,931 vehicles · built 8 Mar 2024 to 4 Oct 2024

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.

Fix: Replace both rear springs.

1,230 vehicles · built 10 Jan 2024 to 28 Jun 2024

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.

Fix: Check and re-tighten the ground connections.

24 vehicles · built 15 Apr 2023 to 17 Jan 2024

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.

Fix: Replace the manufacturer label with one that has correct load values.

6,506 vehicles · built 12 Jun 2019 to 20 Feb 2020

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.

Fix: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.

34,528 vehicles · built 27 Feb 2020 to 7 Dec 2022

Affected vehicles may have a steering tie rod/track rod end nut that has not been tightened to the correct torque.

Fix: Replace the steering tie rod/track rod end nut and tighten to the correct torque.

6 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2022 to 13 Dec 2022

Some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe.

Fix: Check fuel pipe positioning correct if necessary and fit protective sleeve.

4,861 vehicles · built 6 Oct 2020 to 21 Jan 2022

Insufficient tightening torque of the steering gear fastening bolts can lead to vibration or improper steering behaviour.

Fix: Check and replace the steering gear if necessary.

1 vehicle · built 2 Mar 2022 to 2 Mar 2022

On the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised.

Fix: Check the rear brake caliper references and replace as necessary.

49 vehicles · built 22 Jan 2022 to 31 Jan 2022

The High Voltage Harness might not be to the correct specification.

Fix: Check the harness conformity and replace it if necessary.

33 vehicles · built 15 Mar 2022 to 29 Apr 2022

Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system does not heat up as required.

Fix: Replace the affected Urea Reservoir.

191 vehicles · built 20 Dec 2020 to 23 Apr 2021

The front modular bench seat headrests may not be to specification and might not be locked correctly.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the affected headrests and guides

638 vehicles · built 16 Nov 2021 to 17 Dec 2021

The rear spring centraliser might be welded incorrectly.

Fix: Add 3 weld spots to the rear spring centralisers.

53 vehicles · built 16 Apr 2021 to 20 Apr 2021

Possible damaged wheel bolt threads due to a production process deviation.

Fix: Check and if necessary replace the wheel bolts hub and wheel.

53 vehicles · built 26 Sep 2020 to 12 Nov 2020

An incorrect calibration file for NOx calculation was used in production.

Fix: Reprogram the Reductant Control Module with the latest software.

974 vehicles · built 11 May 2016 to 20 Apr 2017

Rear axle bolts may break or become loose

Fix: Check the fastening torque and replace affected bolts on all affected vehicles

39 vehicles · built 20 Aug 2019 to 25 Sep 2019

Water ingress into the passenger compartment due to poor wheel arch sealing may lead to airbag malfunction

Fix: Seal the wheel arch body seams. Replace wiring harness and airbag control unit if necessary

75 vehicles · built 16 Oct 2019 to 23 Oct 2019

Water ingress into the passenger compartment due to poor wheel arch sealing may lead to airbag malfunction

Fix: Seal the wheel arch body seams. Replace wiring harness and airbag control unit if necessary

945 vehicles · built 17 Jun 2019 to 20 Sep 2019

Affected vehicles may have a chafing condition on the fuel pipes.

Fix: Check and replace the fuel pipes as necessary add protectors to the pipes

2,015 vehicles · built 29 Mar 2019 to 23 Dec 2019

Incorrect crimping of the secondary parking brake cable ferrules.

Fix: Replacement of the secondary parking brake cables the adjuster and the adjustment nut.

6,270 vehicles · built 30 Jun 2018 to 13 Sep 2018

The longitudinal control arm of the rear axle may not be correctly fastened. This may cause the arm to break and/or detach.

Fix: On affected vehicles check the torque of the screw connection on the longitudinal rod and replace nuts bolts or rear axle where necessary.

2,601 vehicles · built 18 Jul 2013 to 21 Jan 2016

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.

Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the EGR valve pipe.

8,391 vehicles · built 18 Jul 2013 to 15 Jan 2016

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

Fix: On affected vehicles check tightness of securing bolts and replace where necessary

7,866 vehicles · built 6 Jun 2014 to 26 Apr 2016

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles check bolts are present for tightness and fit new bolts where required.

22 vehicles · built 18 Sep 2013 to 1 Dec 2014

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.

Fix: 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.

2,364 vehicles · built 26 Jun 2013 to 3 Sep 2015

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.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace vacuum pump.

598 vehicles · built 2 Oct 2015 to 15 Oct 2015

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pedal/servo mounting nuts.

780 vehicles · built 12 Jun 2014 to 6 Oct 2014

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.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the seat frame. Replace the seat where necessary.

1,650 vehicles · built 21 May 2014 to 14 Oct 2014

The front dual passenger seat may fail as the welded seams may not be to specification.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affect and inspect the seat frame and where necessary replace the frame.

395 vehicles · built 1 Aug 2014 to 11 Mar 2015