Every Chevrolet Safety Recall In The UK, By Model And Year, With What Each Fault Means And How To Get It Fixed
Chevrolet has 35 UK safety recalls in DVSA records, including 4 since 2020. The most common recent faults involve loss of power, airbags and takata airbags. Enter your registration to check your Chevrolet; you won't usually pay for a recall repair at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.1
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Latest Chevrolet Recalls
These are the newest Chevrolet recalls registered with DVSA, newest first.
35 recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet TahoeEngine loss of propulsion | 219,157 | Urgent | R/2026/343 | |
| Aveo, Cruze, Orlando, TraxChevrolet UK takata drivers airbag | 5,527 | Urgent | R/2025/036 | |
| SparkChevrolet UK Spark hood striker replacement | 20,091 | Book soon | R/2024/003 | |
| TraxThe brake pedal may potentially stick as a result of high vehicle interior temperatures | 783 | Urgent | R/2021/125 | |
| CaptivaFuel may leak | 8,606 | Urgent | R/2018/129 | |
| CaptivaPossibility of a fire | 10 | Urgent | R/2016/263 | |
| CruzeEngine may stall | 781 | Urgent | R/2016/175 | |
| AveoUnder vehicle rollover conditions fuel may leak | 17 | Urgent | R/2016/075 | |
| CaptivaPossibility of fire | 3,584 | Urgent | R/2015/142 | |
| CaptivaEngine may start inadvertently | 5,251 | Low | R/2015/114 | |
| TraxFront seat lap belt pre-tensioner may not function as intended | 38 | Urgent | R/2015/125 | |
| SparkClutch pedal may fail | 14,659 | Low | R/2015/087 | |
| CorvetteLow beam headlights may fail | 143 | Book soon | R/2015/009 | |
| Cruze, OrlandoBrake fluid may leak | 5,630 | Urgent | R/2015/034 | |
| CamaroEngine may loose power | 75 | Urgent | R/2014/150 | |
| SparkSecondary bonnet catch may not engage | 20,089 | Book soon | R/2015/017 | |
| AveoVehicle may move unintendedly when gears are engaged | 459 | Low | R/2015/010 | |
| Matiz, SparkBraking performance may be reduced | 8,194 | Urgent | R/2014/181 | |
| Cruze, OrlandoVehicle may lose drive when parked in 'p' roll away | 925 | Urgent | R/2014/180 | |
| SparkLoss of transmission | 2,057 | Urgent | R/2014/152 | |
| Cruze, OrlandoDrive shaft may fail | 276 | Urgent | R/2014/095 | |
| SparkTransmission mount failure may cause loss of drive | 432 | Urgent | R/2014/022 | |
| Cruze, OrlandoDrive shaft may fracture | 50 | Urgent | R/2014/007 | |
| SparkClutch and gear selection may be lost | 8,314 | Urgent | R/2013/148 | |
| Aveo, Captiva, Epica, Kalos and 6 moreBraking efficiency may be affected | 38,876 | Urgent | R/2012/090 | |
| OrlandoThird row seats may be insecure | 1,069 | Low | R/2012/072 | |
| CruzeEngine may stall | 810 | Urgent | R/2011/160 | |
| CorvetteRoof panel may detach | 315 | Low | R/2011/045 | |
| CorvetteBrakes may apply inadvertently | 2,157 | Urgent | R/2011/046 | |
| CruzeSeat belt mount may not be secure | 62 | Urgent | R/2011/058 | |
| CruzeFuel may leak | 810 | Urgent | R/2010/022 | |
| CaptivaLoss of steering control | 2,734 | Urgent | R/2010/003 | |
| MatizFront seat buckle will not latch | 1,741 | Urgent | R/2009/089 | |
| Daewoo Matiz, MatizAirbag inflator may detach on deployment | 1,934 | Urgent | R/2005/178 | |
| Lacetti, NubiraPossibility that brake lights may stay on | 4,473 | Urgent | R/2005/055 |
Open any reference for the build dates covered, the fix and what to do. Urgency labels follow our published rules.
Chevrolet Recalls By Model
Choose your model to see only its recalls. The Captiva, Aveo and Cruze have the most Chevrolet recall references since 2015.
- Captiva4
- Aveo3
- Cruze3
- Trax3
- Spark3
- Orlando2
- Chevrolet Silverado 15001
- Chevrolet Suburban1
- Chevrolet Tahoe1
- Corvette1
- Camaro1
A recall can cover only certain build dates or engines, so confirm with Chevrolet by VIN. See where to find your VIN.
How Many Recalls Has Chevrolet Had?
Since 2020 Chevrolet has launched 4 UK recalls. Adjusted for its cars on the road, that is 9.99 car recalls per 100,000 licensed cars.
The per-car figure divides car recalls since 2020 by the number of Chevrolet cars licensed in the UK in 2026 Q2, with van-only recalls removed.2 Chevrolet has a small number of cars on UK roads, so one or two recalls can move this rate a long way. A higher count doesn't mean a car is less reliable: it reflects the size of the range, how vans are counted and how readily a maker recalls. See which car makes have the most recalls.
The Most Common Chevrolet Recall Faults
Recent Chevrolet recalls most often involve loss of power, airbags and takata airbags.
A recall can involve more than one type of fault, so the rows overlap. 3% of Chevrolet recalls include a software update, often done in under an hour. Each fault type links to a page explaining the warning signs and what to do.
Biggest Chevrolet Recalls Since 2020
The largest recent Chevrolet recall is R/2026/343 (engine loss of propulsion), covering about 219,157 vehicle-records.
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Vehicles | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet TahoeEngine loss of propulsion | 219,157 | Urgent | R/2026/343 | |
| Chevrolet SparkChevrolet UK Spark hood striker replacement | 20,091 | Book soon | R/2024/003 | |
| Chevrolet Aveo, Cruze, Orlando, TraxChevrolet UK takata drivers airbag | 5,527 | Urgent | R/2025/036 | |
| Chevrolet TraxThe brake pedal may potentially stick as a result of high vehicle interior temperatures | 783 | Urgent | R/2021/125 |
Vehicle-records are the manufacturer's estimates, and one car can appear in several recalls.
How To Get A Chevrolet Recall Fixed
Book with any franchised Chevrolet dealer using your VIN and the campaign code on your letter. The work is normally free, and the dealer records it with Chevrolet.1
Use the contact page on Chevrolet's UK website, or ask any franchised Chevrolet dealer. Have your VIN, registration, mileage and the code from your letter ready. See manufacturer recall helplines and how long a recall repair takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Chevrolet Recalls Free?
Yes. You won't usually pay for a safety recall repair.1 See do you have to pay for a recall?.
Do Chevrolet Recalls Expire?
No. A recall stays in force for any car that wasn't fixed, even after it is closed for reporting.3 See do car recalls expire?.
Can I Drive My Chevrolet With An Open Recall?
Follow your letter. Most recalls let you drive until the repair; a stop-drive notice doesn't. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
What Does The Code On My Chevrolet Letter Mean?
It is Chevrolet's campaign reference. Look it up with our recall code lookup.
Data: DVSA vehicle recall data (Open Government Licence v3.0), updated 15 October 2026.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.
- Models with fewer than 5 refs show lists, not rates.
- Code timelines: Producers normally respond to DVSA within 28 days (5.5); DVSA reviews are typically monthly (5.4). DVSA must be notified "as soon as the safety defect has been confirmed" (6.1). 3 notifications per motorist is seen as reasonable (8.3). Response rates are reported every three months (11.1).