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Feb 23, 2019 23:18:34 GMT
Post by Dulac on Feb 23, 2019 23:18:34 GMT
I received a letter this morning from Vauxhall UK advising that an alteration to the ECU is required to prevent damage to the starter motor, FOC. It is now booked in at my local VX dealer. Did anyone else get one?
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Feb 24, 2019 17:25:56 GMT
Post by bigjohnsparky on Feb 24, 2019 17:25:56 GMT
No I haven’t received a letter Dulac
But mine is auto so that may make a difference as don’t have stop start
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Feb 24, 2019 17:29:45 GMT
Post by bigjohnsparky on Feb 24, 2019 17:29:45 GMT
Check your auto lights still work ok with lux photo cell before leaving garage Now this egg you make a hole in both ends and  |
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Feb 25, 2019 8:50:23 GMT
Post by Dulac on Feb 25, 2019 8:50:23 GMT
I will, thank you BJS, given that the auto function was altered (by VX) three years ago to work as described in the OM. Both ends? I never knew that!
The recall is Vauxhall-sponsored and does not appear on the DVSA list. It concerns a "software deviation that could damage the starter motor and cause the engine not to start." The ECM will be re-programmed with improved software.
There was a pre-paid standard form with the letter inviting me to let Vauxhall know if ever I give up ownership of the vehicle. It must be a devil of a job for manufacturers to keep track of owners in cases such as this, so if anyone has acquired a used Antara it wouldn't do any harm to confirm their details with Vauxhall Motors Ltd.
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Feb 27, 2019 21:05:20 GMT
Post by bigjohnsparky on Feb 27, 2019 21:05:20 GMT
Yes good call re others updating there Antara with Vauxhall’s database Any chance of uploading a pic of your letter with your details removed  |
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Post by Dulac on Feb 28, 2019 10:48:51 GMT
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Feb 28, 2019 16:35:32 GMT
Post by victor on Feb 28, 2019 16:35:32 GMT
Got my letter as well, going in next week to get done. A software update, something to do with the starter motor, hmmmm. After all the recalls/rework with the starter cables makes you wonder if the fault has really lain with the ECU programming. I was thinking of asking them to update mine to the 184ps rating but might be better to leave well alone since it's been running OK.
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Post by victor on Feb 28, 2019 16:38:27 GMT
Yes good call re others updating there Antara with Vauxhall’s database Any chance of uploading a pic of your letter with your details removed Hi BJS, nice to see you back. Has the tongue loosened off enough to holler at the wife to bring you another can of freshly chilled beer while you're watching TV? |
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Feb 28, 2019 22:13:41 GMT
Post by bigjohnsparky on Feb 28, 2019 22:13:41 GMT
Yep Iam back now given all clear and back to work full time.
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Post by Dulac on Mar 6, 2019 17:47:22 GMT
Recall just done and they checked the auto headlights - OK. The dealer also carried out a complimentary health check. All discs OK, 40% left on pads, front tyres good for another 6 months or so and rears slightly better (all Hancook). All bits original from new after 35k miles.
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Mar 13, 2019 22:07:30 GMT
Post by victor on Mar 13, 2019 22:07:30 GMT
Had the recall done on mine last week and asked them what it was all about. They said it was a software update to correct starter cables overheating but he wasn't too sure about the whole thing. Can't see how a software update would correct the overheating issues we've had with Antaras, more to do with faulty cable design, installation and insulation. Just wondering if they did an undercover software update to address cheating on emissions testing a la Volkswagen. I've read of a number of owners putting their VW's in for servicing and the dealer has surreptitiously updated the software but not admitted it.
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Mar 14, 2019 9:00:01 GMT
Post by Dulac on Mar 14, 2019 9:00:01 GMT
Victor,
What a suggestion! I see that 40+ thousand Jaguar/Land Rovers have been recalled today for emissions mods. I blame Brexit.
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