Opel Astra - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Opel Astra

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Opel Astra, for which Opel has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Opel Astra. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Opel Astra have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN
Tip: Reliability of the Opel Astra

Latest Astra’s Issues in the EU

All Astra’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

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Latest Astra’s Issues in the UK

VAUXHALL ASTRA (2022) – The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
on 14/12/2023
VAUXHALL ASTRA (2022-05-10 – 2022-05-21) RECALL: Problem description: On affected vehicles the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) may not be able to be activated. […]
VAUXHALL ASTRA (2021 – 2022) – EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES
on 25/03/2022
VAUXHALL ASTRA (28/10/2021 – 27/01/2022) RECALL: Problem description: Exterior door handles might stay open and the door will not be locked.
VAUXHALL ASTRA K (2019) – FRONT SEAT BACK FRAMES WELDING
on 29/10/2019
VAUXHALL ASTRA K (03/07/2019 – 12/08/2019) RECALL: Problem description: The front seat back frame lower cross member structure may not be welded correctly.