Vauxhall Vivaro: Seat Frame May Fail
Recall Summary Vauxhall is recalling 1,650 Vivaro vehicles because the front passenger seat bench frame may be structurally compromised due to manufacturing defects. Owners may notice noises or cracks coming from under the seat, and in a collision, a failed seat frame could increase injury risk. Affected vehicles will be inspected and the seat replaced if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- VAUXHALL
- Product
- Vehicles: VAUXHALL VIVARO. Units affected: 1,650
- Reason
- 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. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and inspect the seat frame. Replace the seat where necessary.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2015-03-21
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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