Vehicle recallDVSA
Vauxhall Grandland, Corsa and other models recalled over a safety defect
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.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
7 identifiers listed for this notice.
Grandland
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 13/10/2017 – 31/01/2023
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- KUH-251380CO
Corsa
- Build dates
- 16/07/2019 – 31/01/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- KUH-251380CO
Combo
- Build dates
- 14/11/2020 – 31/01/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- KUH-251380CO
Crossland
- Build dates
- 16/07/2019 – 31/01/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- KUH-251380CO
Vivaro
- Build dates
- 18/01/2018 – 03/05/2022
- Manufacturer reference
- KUH-251380CO
Astra
- Build dates
- 29/07/2021 – 31/01/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- KUH-251380CO
Mokka
- Build dates
- 03/02/2021 – 30/01/2023
- Manufacturer reference
- KUH-251380CO
What to do now
The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Vauxhall Grandland, Corsa and other models.
- Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
- Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
- Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.
Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
Repairs and costs
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.
If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2025/245). Quoted as issued.
Summary
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.
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Models
Grandland, Corsa, Combo, Crossland, Vivaro, Astra, Mokka
Open the DVSA notice
Questions
Why are Vauxhall Grandland, Corsa and other models being recalled?
The manufacturer has launched a safety recall for Vauxhall Grandland, Corsa and other models. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
Will the repair cost anything?
You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.