Vauxhall Combo E Recall R/2021/149: It May Not Be Possible To Engage The Handbrake Lever, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 23 Apr 2021
- Launched
- 305
- vehicles in the UK
- E212102420 (21-C-062)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Combo E vehicles built between 20 February 2021 and 5 March 2021. It may not be possible to engage the handbrake lever. The dealer will check the handbrake lever locking mechanism and if necessary replace the handbrake lever. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
It may not be possible to engage the handbrake lever.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: IT MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO ENGAGE THE HANDBRAKE LEVER Defect: It may not be possible to engage the handbrake lever. Remedy: Check the handbrake lever locking mechanism and if necessary replace the handbrake lever.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: it may not be possible to engage the handbrake lever.
The Fix
The dealer will check the handbrake lever locking mechanism and if necessary replace the handbrake lever.
Are You Affected?
Combo E built between 20 February 2021 and 5 March 2021 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 305 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 E212102420 (21-C-062) or the DVSA reference R/2021/149. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combo EIncorrect steering inner tie rods have been installed | Urgent | R/2020/242 | |
| Combo EOn vehicles without a passenger airbag the seat belt may not sufficiently retain the passenger | Urgent | R/2019/386 | |
| Combo ESteering column may not be correct to specification | Urgent | R/2019/402 | |
| Combo EThe parking brake lever might not lock in the engaged position or might disengage after application | Urgent | R/2019/165 | |
| Combo EThe parking brake lever may not lock or may disengage after application | Urgent | R/2019/164 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2021/124 on 8 Apr 2021, for incorrect tightening of the rear wheel hub bolts. The one launched after it was R/2021/174 on 14 May 2021, for the brake pedal box is not assembled according to specifications. You can also see every Vauxhall recall and all recalls launched in 2021.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/149, launched 23 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.