Vauxhall is warning drivers of Adam and Corsa/Corsavan models registered since May 2014 not to drive before getting their vehicle inspected.

The carmaker says that around 3,000 of the vehicles have been manufactured with a steering system part that does not meet Vauxhall’s specification.

Opel, owned by US giant General Motors, issued a similar warning to its customers, saying 8,000 of its Adam and Corsa cars should be checked.

Fearing for the safety of its customers, Vauxhall said it was necessary for the company to take immediate action.

It became aware of the condition during routine quality control at the vehicle manufacturing plant. Vauxhall said it is not aware of any accident or injury related to this condition.

From today (Saturday, September 27), owners are being advised to find out if their vehicle is affected by going to the Vauxhall website homepage and clicking on the ‘Safety Check for ADAM and Corsa’ button for further information.

Alternatively customers, can call the Vauxhall Customer Assistance Centre for advice on 0800 026 0034 between 9am and 5.30pm. 

AA assistance

Customers can telephone 0800 553388 (between 7.00am and midnight, seven days a week) and The AA will guide them through the checking procedure for the production code on the steering shaft.

If they are not comfortable in carrying out the check themselves, the AA will despatch a patrol to do it for them. 

If the code is not one of the two affected, they will be advised that their car is safe to use, if not the AA will arrange to recover the vehicle to a Vauxhall dealer and if required, will arrange a replacement vehicle.