Vauxhall Astra L, Grandland Recall R/2026/227: vSM Software Interior Door Handles, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 3 Jun 2026
- Launched
- 24,451
- vehicles in the UK
- KWB - 261003EE
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Vauxhall recalled Astra L, Grandland vehicles built between 11 July 2023 and 4 July 2025. Some vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit. The dealer will update the vehicle supervision module software. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VSM software Interior door handles Defect: Affected vehicles may experience an unexpected deactivation of the interior door handles when the key is in engine-running mode which could result in occupants being unable to exit. Remedy: Update the Vehicle Supervision Module software.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in occupants being unable to exit.
The Fix
The dealer will update the vehicle supervision module software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
Astra L, Grandland built between 11 July 2023 and 4 July 2025 may be included. Vauxhall estimates 24,451 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 KWB - 261003EE or the DVSA reference R/2026/227. 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 LVSM software- SLI performance | Low | R/2026/169 | |
| Astra LRisk of wrong fuel pipe routing | Urgent | R/2026/196 | |
| GrandlandGrandland EPS software update | Urgent | R/2026/199 | |
| Astra LVSM software missing AEB telltale in case of blind camera | Urgent | R/2025/544 | |
| GrandlandVauxhall Grandland Ball joint bracket fixation | Book soon | R/2025/521 |
This is one of 300 Vauxhall recalls in DVSA’s data. The Vauxhall recall launched before it was R/2026/196 on 2 Jun 2026, for risk of wrong fuel pipe routing. The one launched after it was R/2026/285 on 3 Jul 2026, for turn signal detection. You can also see every Vauxhall recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/227, launched 3 June 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.