Vauxhall Combo-E, Corsa-E, Mokka-E And 1 More Recall R/2023/139: On Affected Vehicles The AC Compressor Stator Wiring Could Develop A Fault Leading To…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 May 2023
- Launched
- 34,528
- vehicles in the UK
- KGS/ 221078CO
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Combo-E, Corsa-E, Mokka-E and 1 more vehicles built between 16 October 2019 and 7 December 2022. The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. Defect: On affected vehicles the AC compressor stator wiring could develop a fault leading to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving. Remedy: Reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to current loss inside the AC compressor that could result in a vehicle powertrain shutdown when driving.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogram the Powertrain Diagnosis ECU with updated software.. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Combo-E, Corsa-E, Mokka-E and 1 more built between 16 October 2019 and 7 December 2022 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 34,528 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.
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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 KGS/ 221078CO or the DVSA reference R/2023/139. 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?.
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Corsa ElectricMCU software | Urgent | R/2024/175 | |
| Combo Electric, Corsa Electric, Mokka ElectricThere is an error in the software calibration of the traction battery control unit which could result in a loss of propulsion when driving | Urgent | R/2023/008 | |
| AntaraFuel may leak | Urgent | R/2018/126 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2023/128 on 27 Apr 2023, for a fuel pipe could develop a leak in the engine compartment which could lead to a risk of a…. The one launched after it was R/2023/145 on 10 May 2023, for affected vehicles may be equipped with a B-Pillar manufacturer label with incorrect weight…. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, the Vauxhall Mokka recall history, all recalls launched in 2023 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2023/139, launched 9 May 2023. 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.