Gowan Distributors Limited, the official distributor of Opel in Ireland, has issued a voluntary recall of certain Opel Grandland X vehicles due to a risk linked to the traction battery system.
The recall, announced on 23 May 2023, affects 72 Opel Grandland X vehicles in the Republic of Ireland manufactured between 15 November 2019 and 28 October 2022.
Affected Vehicles
The following Opel Grandland X vehicles are impacted:
- Opel Grandland X – produced between 15 November 2019 and 28 October 2022
- Number of vehicles affected in Ireland: 72
Details of the Fault
The safety issue concerns the traction battery in certain Opel Grandland X models. Some batteries have:
- Overheated under specific conditions
- Released smoke during operation or charging
- In the worst-case scenario, overheating could escalate and cause the traction battery or the entire vehicle to catch fire
Risks
This recall is considered high priority. While not all affected vehicles will experience the defect, the risk of thermal events and fire represents a significant safety hazard to drivers, passengers, and surrounding vehicles.
What Owners Should Do
- Opel Ireland will contact all affected owners directly.
- Owners will be instructed to visit their local authorised Opel dealer.
- Dealers will carry out the necessary inspection, diagnostic checks, and corrective measures on the traction battery free of charge.
- Owners should take immediate action upon receiving a recall notice, as the risk involves potential fire.
How to Check if Your Car is Affected
- Visit the Opel Ireland website and enter your VIN number in the recall lookup tool.
- Contact Opel Ireland customer service or your local Opel dealer.
- Cross-check official recall details on the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) website.
Official Sources
FAQs
Q: What is the main issue with the Opel Grandland X recall?
A: The recall addresses a traction battery fault that may cause overheating, smoke, and in severe cases, fire.
Q: How many Opel Grandland X cars are affected in Ireland?
A: A total of 72 vehicles produced between November 2019 and October 2022.
Q: Do owners need to pay for the repair?
A: No. All inspections and repairs under the recall will be carried out free of charge.
Disclaimer
This article is based on information provided by Gowan Distributors Limited (Opel Ireland) and the CCPC. Vehicle owners should confirm details with Opel Ireland or their authorised dealer.
