Vauxhall Astra Recall R/2016/023: Possibility Of Vehicle Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 Mar 2016
- Launched
- 48,157
- vehicles in the UK
- 16-C-004
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Astra vehicles built between 19 May 2009 and 15 April 2011. In the event the radiator cooling fan is blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. The dealer will fit new additional wiring harness which will prevent damage to the radiator wiring harness. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
In the event the radiator cooling fan is blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn causes damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case could potentially result in a vehicle fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBILITY OF VEHICLE FIRE Defect: In the event the radiator cooling fan is blocked there is a risk that an electrical short circuit can occur. This in turn causes damage to the cooling fan module and in the worst case could potentially result in a vehicle fire. Remedy: On affected vehicles check for presence of and if necessary remove battery cover. Ensure that the radiator cooling fan is not obstructed or blocked in anyway. Fit new additional wiring harness which will prevent damage to the radiator wiring harness.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a vehicle fire.
The Fix
The dealer will fit new additional wiring harness which will prevent damage to the radiator wiring harness.
Are You Affected?
Astra built between 19 May 2009 and 15 April 2011 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 48,157 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 16-C-004 or the DVSA reference R/2016/023. 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, Combo, Corsa, Crossland and 3 moreVauxhall DV5R engines camshaft chain | Low | R/2025/245 | |
| Astra, GrandlandVauxhall Astra Grandland fuel pipe leakage | Urgent | R/2025/055 | |
| Astra, Meriva, Mokka, ZafiraFront seat side airbag may deploy incorrectly | Urgent | R/2017/027 | |
| Astra, MerivaFront passenger airbag may not deploy as intended | Urgent | R/2016/274 | |
| AstraShort circuit with possibility that fire may occur | Urgent | R/2015/016 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2015/257 on 9 Feb 2016, for loss of braking performance. The one launched after it was R/2016/020 on 11 Apr 2016, for bonnet lock may fail. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/023, launched 4 March 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.