Vauxhall Insignia B Recall R/2020/272: Fuel Tank Strap Bolts May Not Be Tightened To Specification, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 24 Sep 2020
- Launched
- 97
- vehicles in the UK
- E202006961 (20-C-135)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Insignia B vehicles built between 28 August 2020 and 7 September 2020. Vehicles may have fuel tank strap bolts that are not tightened according to specification. The dealer will check and re-tighten the bolts of all affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Vehicles may have fuel tank strap bolts that are not tightened according to specification.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL TANK STRAP BOLTS MAY NOT BE TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION Defect: Vehicles may have fuel tank strap bolts that are not tightened according to specification. Remedy: Check and re-tighten the bolts of all affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: fuel tank strap bolts may not be tightened to specification.
The Fix
The dealer will check and re-tighten the bolts of all affected vehicles.
Are You Affected?
Insignia B built between 28 August 2020 and 7 September 2020 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 97 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 E202006961 (20-C-135) or the DVSA reference R/2020/272. 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 | |
| Insignia BThe turbo charger oil return pipe may crack and leak engine oil | Low | R/2019/387 | |
| Insignia BThe clip of a fuel line bundle might chafe against the fuel pump | Urgent | R/2019/414 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2020/242 on 20 Aug 2020, for incorrect steering inner tie rods have been installed. The one launched after it was R/2020/288 on 12 Oct 2020, for the urea injector may block and lead to NOX emissions out of regulatory limits. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2020 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2020/272, launched 24 September 2020. 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.