Vauxhall Astra K Recall R/2021/124: Incorrect Tightening Of The Rear Wheel Hub Bolts, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 8 Apr 2021
- Launched
- 2
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2021/124
- DVSA reference
Vauxhall recalled Astra K vehicles built between 10 February 2020 and 10 February 2020. Noises may come from the rear wheel brake and wheel pinion socket due to incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts. The dealer will replace the affected rear wheel hub bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Noises may come from the rear wheel brake and wheel pinion socket due to incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: INCORRECT TIGHTENING OF THE REAR WHEEL HUB BOLTS Defect: Noises may come from the rear wheel brake and wheel pinion socket due to incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts. Remedy: Replace the affected rear wheel hub bolts.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the affected rear wheel hub bolts.
Are You Affected?
Astra K built between 10 February 2020 and 10 February 2020 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 2 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 DVSA reference R/2021/124. 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 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 KFront brake hoses incorrectly installed | Urgent | R/2018/174 | |
| Astra LVSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera | Urgent | R/2025/544 | |
| ComboVauxhall Combo (K9) wrong wheel bolts | Book soon | R/2026/004 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2021/109 on 26 Mar 2021, for vehicles may have an engine cooling radiator air intake module sealing baffle missing. The one launched after it was R/2021/149 on 23 Apr 2021, for it may not be possible to engage the handbrake lever. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2021 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/124, launched 8 April 2021. 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.