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Is the Vauxhall Astra prone to brake and wheel problems?
I own a 2012 Vauxhall Astra 2.0 CDTi and the car’s rear pads were seized in pad carrier causing heat damage to the disks. The work to fix the problem cost over £200. I’ve also had issues with the quality of the 17-inch alloys, with the lacquer peeling off. Are these common problems?
Asked on 26 February 2014 by J.D.W
Answered by
Honest John
Common problem with this model I'm afraid: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/vauxhall/astra-j-200...d
Lacquer only really works on alloys that are first painted. Polished alloy coated with lacquers has never lasted longer than about 12 months.
Lacquer only really works on alloys that are first painted. Polished alloy coated with lacquers has never lasted longer than about 12 months.
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