Is your Vauxhall Battery not charging? Do your headlights dim when you press the accelerator? If so, you probably have an Alternator Fault.
Our Vauxhall specialists are highly skilled in completing Alternator Repair; whether your Vauxhall is an Astra, Corsa, Zafira or anything in-between!
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The car's alternator performs a simple but vital job: to keep your car's battery charged. The battery is responsible for starting the car, spark plugs, lights, electrics, and sometimes power steering - quite a job - so it's essential that it's topped up - and that's what the alternator does.
The alternator acts like a small generator: the engine spins, and the alternator turns that spinning motion into electricity. The most common problems are worn brushes (the component that maintains constant electrical contact with the spinning alternator) and a failing voltage regulator (which ensures that the charge is sent to the battery at the correct voltage.)
Common signs of car alternator problems include the 'charge' or battery lights flashing on the dashboard, flickering or dimming headlights and interior lights and a growling or whining noise under the bonnet.
An alternator can be rebuilt as opposed to replaced, however in truth the difference in cost is often quite small. Either way the most common repair cost is around £150-200.
A simple way to test an alternator for problems is to do what's known as the headlight test. Park your car with the headlights on or run it in neutral, then rev the engine. If the headlights dim you could well have an alternator problem. A better test is to take your car to a garage, where a car alternator can be tested using a multimeter tool.
If your alternator fails, your car battery won't charge and, very soon, will have insufficient charge to start the car.
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Alternator repair prices can vary depending on your Vauxhall model due to differences in labour time and parts needed but you can expect to pay between £250-£300. Take a look below at the average quote on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of the top car makes.
| Vauxhall Model | Average Price | Get Quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Vauxhall Astra | £388.07 | |
| Vauxhall Corsa | £315.21 | |
| Vauxhall Insignia | £404.44 | |
| Vauxhall Vivaro | £525.08 | |
| Vauxhall Zafira Tourer | £394.36 | |
| Vauxhall Meriva | £630.64 | |
| Vauxhall Zafira | £371.42 | |
| Vauxhall Combo | £493.73 | |
| Vauxhall Vectra | £434.09 | |
| Vauxhall Crossland X | £692.55 | |
| Vauxhall Tigra | £332.57 | |
| Vauxhall Movano | £445.05 |
This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 03/09/2023 and 02/12/2023.
Although the alternator is a relatively simple Vauxhall part, it plays a critical role in your vehicle’s operation, so it’s essential any alternator problems are diagnosed correctly and fixed.
Here are some of the most common signs that your Vauxhall alternator is on the blink:
The average Vauxhall alternator repair cost is between £200 and £300, depending on the model of your Vauxhall, so it’s important you make sure you find the best deal. And that’s where we can help.
Here’s how it works:
