Vauxhall Vivaro C Recall R/2022/141: The Selective Catalytic Reduction System Does Not Heat Up As Required, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 16 May 2022
- Launched
- 191
- vehicles in the UK
- KDH/2101750-CO)
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Vivaro C vehicles built between 20 December 2020 and 23 April 2021. Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system does not heat up as required. The dealer will replace the affected urea reservoir. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system does not heat up as required.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE SELECTIVE CATALYTIC REDUCTION SYSTEM DOES NOT HEAT UP AS REQUIRED Defect: Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system does not heat up as required. Remedy: Replace the affected Urea Reservoir.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: the selective catalytic reduction system does not heat up as required.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the affected urea reservoir.
Are You Affected?
Vivaro C built between 20 December 2020 and 23 April 2021 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 191 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 KDH/2101750-CO) or the DVSA reference R/2022/141. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivaro CAffected vehicles may be equipped with a B-Pillar manufacturer label with incorrect weight data which can lead to a non-conformity to regulatory requirements | Low | R/2023/145 | |
| Vivaro CSome vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe | Urgent | R/2022/332 | |
| Vivaro CInsufficient tightening torque of the steering gear fastening bolts can lead to vibration or improper steering behaviour | Urgent | R/2022/362 | |
| Vivaro COn the affected vehicles equipped with a manual handbrake the efficiency of the handbrake and service brake may be compromised | Urgent | R/2022/252 | |
| Vivaro CThe high voltage harness might not be to the correct specification | Urgent | R/2022/204 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2022/081 on 25 Mar 2022, for exterior door handles might stay open and the door will not be locked. The one launched after it was R/2022/145 on 17 May 2022, for the passenger seatbelt warning chime might be inoperative. You can also see every Vauxhall recall and all recalls launched in 2022.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/141, launched 16 May 2022. 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.