Vauxhall Astra K Recall R/2018/174: Front Brake Hoses Incorrectly Installed, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 12 Jul 2018
- Launched
- 713
- vehicles in the UK
- E181801410 (18-C-064)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Astra K vehicles built between 18 August 2015 and 5 October 2017. On a certain number of Astra K: Model Year 2016-2017 (Only converted UK Police vehicles are affected) the front brake hoses might be incorrectly installed. The recall notice describes the fix as: vauxhall authorised repairers or Police Workshops are asked to reroute the brake hoses and to inspect the brake hose installation if necessary replace any damaged parts to guarantee accurate functionality of the brakes. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
On a certain number of Astra K: Model Year 2016-2017 (Only converted UK Police vehicles are affected) the front brake hoses might be incorrectly installed. This can lead to contact with the drive shaft boots finally resulting in failure/leakage.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT BRAKE HOSES INCORRECTLY INSTALLED Defect: On a certain number of Astra K - Model Year 2016-2017 (Only converted UK Police vehicles are affected) the front brake hoses might be incorrectly installed. This can lead to contact with the drive shaft boots finally resulting in failure/leakage. Remedy: Vauxhall authorised repairers or Police Workshops are asked to reroute the brake hoses and to inspect the brake hose installation if necessary replace any damaged parts to guarantee accurate functionality of the brakes.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to contact with the drive shaft boots finally resulting in failure/leakage.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: vauxhall authorised repairers or Police Workshops are asked to reroute the brake hoses and to inspect the brake hose installation if necessary replace any damaged parts to guarantee accurate functionality of the brakes.
Are You Affected?
Astra K built between 18 August 2015 and 5 October 2017 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 713 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 E181801410 (18-C-064) or the DVSA reference R/2018/174. 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 KIncorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts | Urgent | R/2021/124 | |
| Astra K, Insignia BThe front seat back frame lower cross member structure may not be welded correctly | Low | R/2019/364 | |
| Astra KReduction in braking power where the brake pedal is applied slowly and constantly | Urgent | R/2018/332 | |
| Astra LVSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera | Urgent | R/2025/544 | |
| FronteraVauxhall Frontera brake pedal bracket connection | Urgent | R/2025/513 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2018/159 on 19 Jun 2018, for possible oil leakage from turbo charger oil feed pipe. The one launched after it was R/2018/175 on 16 Jul 2018, for seat belt buckle may separate from seat frame. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/174, launched 12 July 2018. 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.