Zafira, Vivaro
Recall Summary Opel is recalling certain Zafira and Vivaro passenger vans and light commercial vehicles with specific VINs due to insufficient protection around the battery's positive cable. The starter body can contact this cable, potentially causing an electrical short circuit or arc that may produce smoke or fire in the engine compartment. The recall affects vehicles distributed in France.
- Recalling firm
- Opel
- Product
- Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle. VIN: VXEVNFC17RU361210 – VXEVPFC35TU392495. Zafira, Vivaro
- Reason
- The starter body may contact the battery’s positive cable due to insufficient cable protection. This could cause an electric arc or short circuit, leading to smoke from the engine compartment and a fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- European Union
- Agency
- SAFETY-GATE
- Recall date
- 2026-06-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Areas affected
- FR
- Distribution
- France
Official recall notice from SAFETY-GATE
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