Recalls: Holden PJ Astra GTC
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Holden PJ Astra GTC
2014-17 model year Holden Astra GTC: Takata airbag recall
In August 2018, a recall was issued for 2014-17 model year Holden Astra GTC vehicles. The Takata driver’s airbag in these vehicles contained propellant wafers that could absorb moisture over time. In the event of a collision which triggered the driver’s airbag, excessive internal pressure could cause the metal airbag inflator housing to explode. This, in turn, would cause the metal fragments to be projected through the airbag cushion and into the cabin – these fragments posed a serious risk of injury and fatality. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2018/16957.
Problems and faults: Holden PJ Astra GTC
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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2015-16 Holden PJ Astra GTC 1.6 Turbo: leak from turbo coolant pipe connection
In September 2017, General Motors issued Customer Satisfaction Program E172063050-ZCSP for 2015-16 Holden PJ Astra GTC vehicles that had 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol (LVP/LWC) engines. In these vehicles, the turbo coolant pipe connection to the turbocharger could leak. To fix, the following items were to be replaced:
- The connection socket (part number 55500603) at the turbocharger; and,
- The seal rings (part number 55567827) at the coolant feed pipe.
Furthermore, the engine control module was to be re-programmed..
Holden PJ Astra GTC: steering column locked when accessories selected
General Motors issued a service bulletin for Holden PJ Astra GTC vehicles. In these vehicles, steering lock may engage when the ignition lock was turned back from ‘Ignition’ to ‘ACC’ (accessories) even if the ignition key was not removed. To fix, the ignition cylinder was to be replaced; it was not necessary to replace the ignition lock housing.
2015 Holden PJ Astra GTC: spark plug damage
In June 2016, General Motors issued Customer Satisfaction Program E150526-ZCSP for 2015 Holden PJ Astra GTC vehicles. According to the customer satisfaction program, dealers were to re-program the engine control module (ECM) for these vehicles and – in certain specified vehicles – replace the spark plugs (part number 55490097). These measures were initiated to prevent:
- Engine damage;
- Poor engine performance; and,
- Hesitation.
