Vauxhall Insignia, Zafira Recall R/2016/138: Possible Loss Of Steering Control, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 11 Jul 2016
- Launched
- 537
- vehicles in the UK
- 2044971 (16- C- 048)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Insignia, Zafira vehicles built between 7 April 2016 and 20 April 2016. The thread on the swivel pin of the track rod end might not be to specification. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the thread on the swivel joint of the track rod end. Where it does not conform to specification replace the track rod end. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The thread on the swivel pin of the track rod end might not be to specification. Therefore when the nut was tightened onto the thread the correct clamping force may not have been attained. After high mileage damage might occur and develop. If not attended to there is a possiblility that the component might fail and steering control would be lost.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL Defect: The thread on the swivel pin of the track rod end might not be to specification. Therefore when the nut was tightened onto the thread the correct clamping force may not have been attained. After high mileage damage might occur and develop. If not attended to there is a possiblility that the component might fail and steering control would be lost. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the thread on the swivel joint of the track rod end. Where it does not conform to specification replace the track rod end.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: possible loss of steering control.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and check the thread on the swivel joint of the track rod end. Where it does not conform to specification replace the track rod end.
Are You Affected?
Insignia, Zafira built between 7 April 2016 and 20 April 2016 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 537 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 2044971 (16- C- 048) or the DVSA reference R/2016/138. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| InsigniaPassenger airbag may deploy incorrectly | Urgent | R/2017/034 | |
| Astra, Meriva, Mokka, ZafiraFront seat side airbag may deploy incorrectly | Urgent | R/2017/027 | |
| InsigniaReduction in braking performance | Urgent | R/2017/026 | |
| ZafiraRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2016/104 | |
| ZafiraRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2015/245 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2016/140 on 1 Jul 2016, for risk of fire. The one launched after it was R/2016/168 on 25 Jul 2016, for oil may leak in extreme cases may cause a fire. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, the Vauxhall Zafira recall history, all recalls launched in 2016 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/138, launched 11 July 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.