Vauxhall Takata Airbag Recall

Vauxhall Takata Airbag Recall

Updated: 3rd November 2026.

Vauxhall have announced an update to their recall regarding Takata airbags in various Vauxhall models.

This includes a Stop-Drive (KU3) for some Vauxhall vehicles and a continuation of the original Recall (KBM). Owners of vehicles affected by the Stop-Drive (KU3) should immediately cease using their vehicle when it is safe to do so. The only exception to the Stop-Drive instruction is that you can drive to a pre-booked appointment to carry out the recall, following the most direct path to the appointment with no stops along the way. 

If either of these airbag recalls affect your vehicle, you will receive a recall notice letter directly from Vauxhall. Please follow the process for booking your appointment provided by Vauxhall carefully.

If you choose Underwoods to proceed with the work by following Vauxhall's process, we will be in contact with you as soon as we receive the request. Rest assured we will process all rework requests as soon as possible.

This recall work will be carried out free of charge at Underwoods. The process of changing the airbag is quite simple and should not take more than 30 minutes. All appointments are while you wait only, but we will of course try not to keep you any longer than necessary and have you on your way, driving safely and reassured. Unfortunately we are unable to provide a Courtesy Vehicle or our Collection and Delivery service for this work.

Which vehicles are affected by Stop-Drive (KU3)?

The following Vauxhall models and model years are affected by the Stop-Drive (KU3);

Astra Hatch (2005 - 2015)
Astra Van (2006 - 2013)
Astra Twin Top (2006 - 2015)
Vectra (2005 - 2008)
Signum (2005 - 2008)

Which vehicles are affected by standard Recall (KBM)?

The following Vauxhall models and model years are affected by the standard Recall (KBM);

Astra J & Astra GTC (2010 - 2018)
Mokka / Mokka X (2013 - 2018)
Meriva B (2010 - 2017)
Cascada (2013 - 2018)
Zafira C (2012 - 2016)

Vauxhall Astra - Vauxhall Recalls

Click here to visit the Vauxhall website for further details.

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Underwoods Motoring are a trusted local Vauxhall Authorised Repairer and are able to carry our warranty repairs and recalls which others cannot. From our garages in Clacton, Sudbury and Tiptree in Essex and Suffolk, we support the surrounding areas including; Colchester, Harwich, Manningtree, Frinton, Walton, Jaywick, Holland-on-Sea, Weeley, Stanway. Maldon, Heybridge, Braintree, Witham, Kelvedon, Mersea, Coggeshall, Great Totham, Bures, Hadleigh, Clare, Halstead, Long Melford, Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Underwoods Motoring are Authorised Repairers for Vauxhall so can complete recall repairs and provide full Warranty support.