Opel Corsa: Improperly welded rear axle can break

12/03/2024

Opel is recalling 462 Corsa vehicles manufactured in 2023 to authorised workshops worldwide. The reason for the recall is that improperly welded rear axle can break and lead to limited steerability of the vehicle.

In an authorised workshop, the serial number is checked and the rear axle is replaced if necessary.

The KBA monitors the recall under the reference number “013619“. The internal manufacturer code is “KK8“.

Recall details

Make:	Opel
Model:	Corsa
Year of manufacture:	2023
Production:	2023
Extent:	462
Code:	KK8
KBA publication date:	12. 3. 2024

Source: KBA 013619 (Search Rückrufcode: KK8)

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