Vauxhall Crossland X, Grandland X Recall R/2022/352: Update The Vehicle S Software In Order To Improve The Diagnosis Of The Braking Assistance…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 13 Dec 2022
- Launched
- 10,100
- vehicles in the UK
- O3A/191242CO
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Crossland X, Grandland X vehicles built between 17 January 2017 and 26 September 2017. The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil.. The recall notice describes the fix as: to rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil..
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Update the vehicle s software in order to improve the diagnosis of the braking assistance system and avoid any risk of reduction or loss of braking assistance Defect: On the affected vehicles the operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected by material detaching from the timing belt caused by the ageing of the engine oil. Remedy: To rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance).
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The Risk
The notice doesn’t describe a separate risk beyond the defect above. Book the repair even if the car seems fine.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: to rectify this issue a software update will be downloaded which will improve the vacuum diagnosis (in order to warn earlier about the risk of loss or reduction of braking assistance). The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Crossland X, Grandland X built between 17 January 2017 and 26 September 2017 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 10,100 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 O3A/191242CO or the DVSA reference R/2022/352. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossland XAffected vehicles have Engine Control Unit software not according to specification | Low | R/2023/170 | |
| Grandland XThe rear wheel hub shock absorber and brake caliper are possibly not tightened according to specification | Urgent | R/2021/206 | |
| Grandland XVehicles may have an engine cooling radiator air intake module sealing baffle missing | Low | R/2021/109 | |
| Grandland XVehicles may be fitted with a non conform accessory trailer hitch | Low | R/2021/088 | |
| Grandland XPossible short circuit between the electrodes of the high voltage battery | Urgent | R/2020/370 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2022/332 on 21 Nov 2022, for some vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly positioned fuel pipe. The one launched after it was R/2023/008 on 17 Jan 2023, for there is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which…. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2022 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2022/352, launched 13 December 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.