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Driving test vehicle recall: Vauxhall Corsa D - new model
This vehicle can’t be used for your practical driving test as it is subject to a recall notice that has been issued by the vehicle manufacturer for safety reasons. Find out if your vehicle is affected and what action you need to take.
Vehicles affected
All the new Corsa D models (new shape Corsa) first sold from October 2006 (56 reg) with the following vehicle identification numbers (VIN):
| Model | Plant | VIN from | VIN to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corsa D | Zaragoza | 7 4 029534 | 7 4 233663 |
| Corsa D | Eisenach | 7 6 021542 | 7 6 087940 |
You can find the VIN at the bottom of the front window (passenger side) at the right hand end of the sequence of letters.
Recall issue date
3 January 2008.
Problem
Potential steering problem.
Action
The recall involves checking the intermediate shaft of the steering, which might not be according to specification. In the worst case the vehicle would no longer be steerable.
The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has carried out a risk assessment and has concluded that even though the risk of failure is extremely low, the consequences of failure on test could be very serious.
DSA has therefore decided that examiners should not conduct tests in the new Corsa D model affected by the recall until the vehicle has been checked under the warranty arrangements. However, if the vehicle is fitted with dual controls, the test can be conducted.
You must provide documentary evidence to show that:
- the recall work has been carried out
- the vehicle has been checked and no work is necessary
- the vehicle is exempt from the recall work
One of the documentary evidence can be:
- the actual recall letter or safety notice that has been stamped by the manufacturer or dealer
- written documentary evidence from the manufacturer or a dealer
If you take an affected vehicle to your test and don’t provide any documentary evidence your test will be cancelled.
No compensation will be paid.
DSA is sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
Further information
For more details, please contact DSA. Please quote the reference number COB/02/2008 to help with your enquiry.
Telephone
0300 200 1122
