Vauxhall Astra: Remote Possibility Of Brake Fluid Contamination
Vauxhall Astra Recall Summary Vauxhall is recalling 636,066 Astra F model vehicles because brake fluid can absorb water over time, and water may potentially enter the engine compartment through the bonnet area and contaminate the brake fluid. Affected owners will receive a free brake fluid inspection, a discounted brake fluid change if needed, and a minor bonnet modification to prevent water entry.
- Recalling firm
- VAUXHALL
- Product
- Vehicles: VAUXHALL ASTRA. Units affected: 636,066
- Reason
- Vauxhall in conjunction with DETR and VI have agreed to conduct a Customer Care Initiative whereby drivers of old style Astra F models will be advised that brake fluid is a service item due to its' hygroscopic (water absorbing) tendency. Remedy: Customers will be offered a free inspection and a special promotion brake fluid change should the fluid be found to be outside the manufacturers specified limits. A minor modification to the vehicle bonnet will also be carried out to eliminate the remote possibility of water entering the engine compartment along the bulkhead and contaminating the...
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2000-04-17
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/4e4cc603-013d-40e0-95e5-9de80e88e9fa