Vauxhall Astra K, Insignia B Recall R/2019/364: The Front Seat Back Frame Lower Cross Member Structure May Not Be Welded Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 29 Oct 2019
- Launched
- 1,688
- vehicles in the UK
- E191903470 (19-C-126)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Astra K, Insignia B vehicles built between 3 July 2019 and 12 August 2019. Front seat frames may not be welded correctly. The dealer will check seat frame welds and replace front seats if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Front seat frames may not be welded correctly.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE FRONT SEAT BACK FRAME LOWER CROSS MEMBER STRUCTURE MAY NOT BE WELDED CORRECTLY Defect: Front seat frames may not be welded correctly Remedy: Check seat frame welds and replace front seats if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the front seat back frame lower cross member structure may not be welded correctly.
The Fix
The dealer will check seat frame welds and replace front seats if necessary.
Are You Affected?
Astra K, Insignia B built between 3 July 2019 and 12 August 2019 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 1,688 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 E191903470 (19-C-126) or the DVSA reference R/2019/364. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insignia BAffected vehicles may not conform to regulatory emission requirements EU R83 | Low | R/2023/144 | |
| Insignia BThe hydraulic brake compensation (vacuum) pump may not get activated | Urgent | R/2022/295 | |
| Insignia BThe brake pedal box is not assembled according to specifications | Urgent | R/2021/174 | |
| Astra KIncorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts | Urgent | R/2021/124 | |
| Insignia BFuel tank strap bolts may not be tightened to specification | Urgent | R/2020/272 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2019/309 on 12 Sep 2019, for the material thickness of the wheel rims may be incorrect specification. The one launched after it was R/2019/402 on 25 Nov 2019, for steering column may not be correct to specification. You can also see every Vauxhall recall and all recalls launched in 2019.
Source: DVSA recall R/2019/364, launched 29 October 2019. 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.