Vauxhall Astra L Recall R/2026/169: vSM Software- SLI Performance, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 1 Sep 2026
- Launched
- 269
- vehicles in the UK
- KWS - 261030EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Astra L vehicles built between 26 September 2025 and 10 December 2025. Some vehicles may have Vehicle Supervision Module (VSM) software that displays incorrect speed-limit indications resulting in non-compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. The dealer will update the VSM software and update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-The-Air at the dealer if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may have Vehicle Supervision Module (VSM) software that displays incorrect speed-limit indications resulting in non-compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Astra L - VSM software- SLI performance. Defect: Affected vehicles may have Vehicle Supervision Module (VSM) software that displays incorrect speed-limit indications resulting in non-compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. Remedy: Update the VSM software and update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-The-Air at the dealer if necessary.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in non-compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
The Fix
The dealer will update the VSM software and update the In-Vehicle-Infotainment software via Over-The-Air at the dealer if necessary. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Astra L built between 26 September 2025 and 10 December 2025 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 269 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 KWS - 261030EE or the DVSA reference R/2026/169. 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 L, GrandlandVSM software Interior door handles | Book soon | R/2026/227 | |
| Astra LRisk of wrong fuel pipe routing | Urgent | R/2026/196 | |
| Astra LVSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera | Urgent | R/2025/544 | |
| Astra L, Corsa, Grandland, MokkaVauxhall fuel pipe | Urgent | R/2025/282 | |
| Astra L, Corsa, MokkaVauxhall Astra Corsa Mokka eVCU update | Low | R/2025/044 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2026/335 on 19 Aug 2026, for bCM software update: Black screen. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/169, launched 1 September 2026. 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.