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Opel Astra K recalls: manufacturer campaigns

2 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns
2
of 13 versions affected
13
official RappelConso notices
2

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

VersionRecalls
  • 1.0 Turbo 105Petrol · 105 hp
  • 1.0 Turbo 105 EasytronicPetrol · 105 hp
  • 1.4 Turbo 125Petrol · 125 hp
  • 1.4 Turbo 150Petrol · 150 hp
  • 1.4 Turbo 150 BVA6Petrol · 150 hp
  • 1.6 Turbo 200Petrol · 200 hp
  • 1.6 CDTI 110Diesel · 110 hp
  • 1.6 CDTI 136Diesel · 136 hp
  • 1.6 CDTI BiTurbo 160Diesel · 160 hp
  • 1.2 Turbo 130Petrol · 130 hp
  • 1.4 Turbo 145 CVTPetrol · 145 hp
  • 1.5 Diesel 122Diesel · 122 hp
  • 1.5 Diesel 122 BVA9Diesel · 122 hp

Each campaign in detail

  1. Front airbag recalls

    Manufacturer recall

    In the UK, 2016 Astras were recalled because the passenger airbag might not deploy as intended in a frontal impact. Astras built between 25 August and 1 December 2016 were also recalled because the front side airbags might not deploy properly: the airbag module is replaced. Check that these recalls have been carried out.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 Turbo 105, 1.0 Turbo 105 Easytronic, 1.4 Turbo 125, 1.4 Turbo 150, 1.4 Turbo 150 BVA6, 1.6 Turbo 200, 1.6 CDTI 110, 1.6 CDTI 136, 1.6 CDTI BiTurbo 160
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Faulty window regulators

    Manufacturer recall

    Window regulator failures are among the defects most often cited by owners on Fiches-auto, and CarVerif mentions faulty window motors that have been the subject of recalls.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 Turbo 105, 1.0 Turbo 105 Easytronic, 1.4 Turbo 125, 1.4 Turbo 150, 1.4 Turbo 150 BVA6, 1.6 Turbo 200, 1.6 CDTI 110, 1.6 CDTI 136, 1.6 CDTI BiTurbo 160, 1.2 Turbo 130, 1.4 Turbo 145 CVT, 1.5 Diesel 122, 1.5 Diesel 122 BVA9
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Official notices published in France (RappelConso)

Notices from the French consumer authority (DGCCRF) linked to this model, collected on 29 October 2026.

  • 18 June 2026 — Une erreur logicielle dans l’unité de commande du moteur empêche le voyant de dysfonctionnement (mil) de s’allumer si l’injecteur d’urée cesse de fonctionner. Cela peut entraîner des émissions plus élevées et présenter un risque pour l’environnement.

    Models or references
    Astra l, combo, corsa, grandland x, mokka, movano, zafira, vivaro voiture de tourisme/fourgonnette
    Risk
    Environnement
    Official notice (new tab)

  • 25 July 2025 — En raison de la carbonisation de l'huile et de la pression de contact élevée, la résistance de la chaîne de l'arbre à cames de 7 mm peut être réduite. Cela peut provoquer la rupture de la chaîne de l'arbre à cames, entraînant une panne moteur. Cela peut entraîner une perte de contrôle du véhicule et augmenter le risque d'accidents et de blessures.

    Models or references
    Astra l, combo, corsa, crossland x, grandland x, mokka, zafira voiture particulière / véhicule utilitaire léger équipé du moteur dv5r.
    Risk
    Blessures
    Official notice (new tab)

Checking that a recall was done

  1. Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
  2. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
  3. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

ModelRecallsKnown faultsReliability
Volkswagen Golf VII043.0/5
Peugeot 308 II052.0/5
Renault Mégane IV043.5/5
Ford Focus IV214.0/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Opel Astra K had?

We have documented 2 manufacturer recalls for the Opel Astra K: Front airbag recalls ; Faulty window regulators.

Which versions of the Opel Astra K are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used Opel Astra K?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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