Vauxhall Monterey Recall R/2011/143: Engine Speed May Increase Unintentionally, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 11 Nov 2011
- Launched
- 4
- vehicles in the UK
- 11-C-020
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Monterey vehicles built between 1 September 1998 and 15 March 1999. The internal contact resistance of the crimped joints for the grounding between the throttle position sensor (TPS) and engine control module may increase due to engine vibration. The recall notice describes the fix as: the installation of a new wiring harness. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The internal contact resistance of the crimped joints for the grounding between the throttle position sensor (TPS) and engine control module may increase due to engine vibration. This can lead to an increased TPS voltage output which could lead to an increase in engine revolutions whilst at idle without any throttle input.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE SPEED MAY INCREASE UNINTENTIONALLY Defect: It is possible that the internal contact resistance of the crimped joints for the grounding between the throttle position sensor (TPS) and engine control module may increase due to engine vibration. This can lead to an increased TPS voltage output which could lead to an increase in engine revolutions whilst at idle without any throttle input. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles for the installation of a new wiring harness.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to an increased TPS voltage output which could lead to an increase in engine revolutions whilst at idle without any throttle input.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: the installation of a new wiring harness.
Are You Affected?
Monterey built between 1 September 1998 and 15 March 1999 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 4 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 11-C-020 or the DVSA reference R/2011/143. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MontereyAuxiliary heater harness connector could over heat | Urgent | R/2004/176 | |
| MontereyPossibility of inner throttle cable sticking | Low | R/2004/106 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2011/128 on 19 Sep 2011, for handbrake may fail. The one launched after it was R/2012/087 on 7 Sep 2012, for seat belt buckle may fail. You can also see every Vauxhall recall and all recalls launched in 2011.
Source: DVSA recall R/2011/143, launched 11 November 2011. 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.