European Union SR/01582/26
Opel Zafira, Vivaro
The problem
The starter body may contact the battery’s positive cable due to insufficient cable protection. This could cause an electric arc or short circuit, leading to smoke from the engine compartment and a fire.
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Risk
Serious risk · Fire · France
What owners should do
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 26/05/2026 Manufacturer code KWJ.