Vauxhall Insignia Recall R/2017/026: Reduction In Braking Performance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 1 Mar 2017
- Launched
- 9
- vehicles in the UK
- 17-C-011
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Insignia vehicles built between 18 August 2016 and 30 August 2016. An incorrect front brake hose may have been fitted which may allow brake fluid to leak. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check and where necessary replace front brake hoses. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
An incorrect front brake hose may have been fitted which may allow brake fluid to leak.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE Defect: An incorrect front brake hose may have been fitted which may allow brake fluid to leak Remedy: On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace front brake hoses
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: reduction in braking performance.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check and where necessary replace front brake hoses.
Are You Affected?
Insignia built between 18 August 2016 and 30 August 2016 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 9 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 17-C-011 or the DVSA reference R/2017/026. 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 | |
| Insignia, ZafiraPossible loss of steering control | Urgent | R/2016/138 | |
| InsigniaTailgate may drop abruptly after it is opened | Book soon | R/2015/084 | |
| Astra, InsigniaWindow anti-trap may malfunction | Low | R/2010/202 | |
| InsigniaSteering wheel airbag may not deploy correctly | Urgent | R/2010/196 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2016/292 on 13 Feb 2017, for steering rack may fracture. The one launched after it was R/2017/025 on 17 Mar 2017, for suspension may become insecure. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/026, launched 1 March 2017. 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.