Vauxhall Zafira Recall R/2010/032: Steering May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 19 May 2010
- Launched
- 8,854
- vehicles in the UK
- 10c017
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Zafira vehicles built between 16 November 2009 and 24 March 2010. The steering column intermediate shaft may have a loose press fit on the upper joint yoke. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a new intermediate steering shaft. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The steering column intermediate shaft may have a loose press fit on the upper joint yoke. If left increased free play and a knocking noise will develop which if ignored could lead to loss of steering.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING MAY FAIL Defect: The steering column intermediate shaft may have a loose press fit on the upper joint yoke. If left increased free play and a knocking noise will develop which if ignored could lead to loss of steering. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a new intermediate steering shaft.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to loss of steering.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to fit a new intermediate steering shaft.
Are You Affected?
Zafira built between 16 November 2009 and 24 March 2010 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 8,854 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Vauxhall, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Vauxhall.
- Book with any franchised Vauxhall dealer, quoting the campaign code 10c017 or the DVSA reference R/2010/032. See how to get a Vauxhall recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astra, Meriva, Mokka, ZafiraFront seat side airbag may deploy incorrectly | Urgent | R/2017/027 | |
| Insignia, ZafiraPossible loss of steering control | Urgent | R/2016/138 | |
| ZafiraRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2016/104 | |
| ZafiraRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2015/245 | |
| ZafiraIncorrect torque applied to trailer hitch fitting bolts | Low | R/2005/137 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2010/002 on 12 Feb 2010, for loss of steering control. The one launched after it was R/2010/056 on 10 Jun 2010, for handbrake may fail. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, the Vauxhall Zafira recall history, all recalls launched in 2010 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/032, launched 19 May 2010. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
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.