Vauxhall Vivaro Recall R/2016/020: Bonnet Lock May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 11 Apr 2016
- Launched
- 2,364
- vehicles in the UK
- E150736 (15-C-111) - Vivaro B
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Vivaro vehicles built between 26 June 2013 and 3 September 2015. The tightening torque of both hood primary latch bolts may not be to specification and cause the locking function of the hood to not work correctly. The dealer will replace where necessary the bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The tightening torque of both hood primary latch bolts may not be to specification and cause the locking function of the hood to not work correctly. The loosening of the hood latch screws under the influence of vibrations together with the aerodynamic pressure under the hood can lead to the bonnet not staying in the closed position.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BONNET LOCK MAY FAIL Defect: The tightening torque of both hood primary latch bolts may not be to specification and cause the locking function of the hood to not work correctly. The loosening of the hood latch screws under the influence of vibrations together with the aerodynamic pressure under the hood can lead to the bonnet not staying in the closed position. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the tightening torque of both hood primary latch bolts. Where necessary the bolts will be replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to the bonnet not staying in the closed position.
The Fix
The dealer will replace where necessary the bolts.
Are You Affected?
Vivaro built between 26 June 2013 and 3 September 2015 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 2,364 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 E150736 (15-C-111) - Vivaro B or the DVSA reference R/2016/020. 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?.
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This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2016/023 on 4 Mar 2016, for possibility of vehicle fire. The one launched after it was R/2016/087 on 22 Apr 2016, for risk of fire. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/020, launched 11 April 2016. 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.