To address this issue we have decided to launch a 2 step recall on all of the affected vehicles.
Step 1 – Which should be completed immediately - check braking system and replace the hydraulic fluid in the system.
Step 2 – Upon subsequent notification, replace all affected components.
Both Steps 1 & 2 will be carried out free of charge by us.
For Step 2, Vauxhall are currently ensuring adequate parts are available to rework your vehicle and will send you a second letter as soon as the parts are available to advise you of next steps.
If you feel that the pedal is not responding correctly, please remove your foot from the brake pedal and reapply firmly.
All owners of affected vehicles have been written to using address data provided by the DVLA.
Vehicles affected are Astra K diesel models equipped with manual transmission.
You can find out if your Astra has an outstanding recall by clicking on the following link and entering your vehicle registration number - https://www.check-mot.service.gov.uk
Please immediately contact us to arrange for step 1 of the action to be carried out.
Ask us about our collection and delivery service for the following steps of the recall.
Constant quality controls revealed that on MY 2016-18 Astra equipped with the combination of both a diesel engine and manual transmission, in cases where the brake pedal is applied slowly and constantly, the customer might experience an extended pedal travel and reduction in braking power.
If the pedal application is very slow and constant, the brake system creates no pressure during the full pedal travel. However, under general circumstances, including emergency braking, the system operates as designed.
Important Information: If you feel that the pedal is not responding correctly, please remove your foot from the brake pedal and reapply firmly.
Yes, your vehicle is safe to drive. The brake system operates as designed unless (in affected vehicles) the brake pedal is applied with gentle and constant pedal force. By notifying customers of the potential issue and providing guidance on how to respond if the brake pedal does not perform correctly we are satisfied that the vehicle is safe to drive.
To address this issue we have decided to launch a two-step proactive action for all of the affected vehicles.
Both Steps 1 and 2 will be carried out free of charge by us.
The vehicle will be with us for approximately 3 hours.
The vehicle will be with us for approximately 2 days.
Alternative transport will be offered, subject to certain conditions, while your vehicle is being repaired under step 2.
Any Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.
The rework is free of charge for the customer.
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