Vauxhall had to haul more than 500 new Astras back into their factory after it emerged the brakes did not work, a report in the Sun newspaper said.
Go deeper with GlobalData
The paper said the fault was found after final checks at the General Motors plant in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
The Sun said one worker was hurt when a car failed to stop and up to six other cars also crashed.
According to the report, a supplier’s faulty part was to blame.
A Vauxhall spokesman told the Sun: “This has now been sorted out.”
How well do you really know your competitors?
Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.
Thank you!
Your download email will arrive shortly
Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample
We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form
By GlobalData
