5
recalls
The Opel Kadett has 5 recalls covering 445,230 vehicles as reported; model year 1970 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
5
Most for 1970: 3
Units affected
445K
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Opel Kadett by component
- Fuel system, gasoline2 · 284K units
- Seats1 · 40K units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 21K units
- Visibility1 · 101K units
Opel Kadett recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 1977 | Opel Kadett (1964-1970): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 77V049000 | Other or not stated | 155,035 |
| Apr 6, 1977 | Opel Kadett (1968-1970): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 77V048000 | Injury | 128,700 |
| Oct 6, 1971 | Opel 1900, 31, 31D, 36 and 3 more (1970-1972): VisibilityNo. 71V176000 | Other or not stated | 100,661 |
| Sep 30, 1969 | Opel Kadett (1969): SeatsNo. 69V132000 | Other or not stated | 39,856 |
| Aug 7, 1969 | Opel Kadett (1968): Vehicle speed controlNo. 69V002000 | Other or not stated | 20,978 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1972 Opel Kadett recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1972 Opel Kadett. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Opel Kadett have?
5 recalls cover the Opel Kadett, for 445,230 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is fuel system, gasoline (2 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.