Vauxhall Astra K: Front Brake Hoses Incorrectly Installed
Recall Summary Vauxhall is recalling 713 Astra K vehicles from model years 2016-2017 (converted UK Police vehicles only) because the front brake hoses may be incorrectly installed and could contact the drive shaft boots, potentially causing brake fluid leakage. Vauxhall authorized repair shops will reroute the brake hoses and inspect the installation, replacing any damaged parts as needed to restore proper brake function.
- Recalling firm
- VAUXHALL
- Product
- Vehicles: VAUXHALL ASTRA K. Units affected: 713
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: 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.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-07-12
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/171b80eb-7186-4e2c-9cc8-c51c53341403