Vauxhall Zafira Towbars

Vauxhall Zafira Towing Specifications

The Vauxhall Zafira is a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) produced since the beginning of 1999. The first and second generation are classified compact MPVs, whereas the third generation, launched at the end of 2011, is classified as a large MPV. Below we will cover the towing specifications of the last three generations of Vauxhall Zafira's.

Vauxhall Zafira Tourer C 2011 Onwards Towbar electric kits

We recommend that all tow bars fitted to a Vauxhall Zafira C 2011 Onwards are fitted with a dedicated electrics kit, this not only helps to ensure all modern features, such as trailer stability, parking sensors function correctly, but also ensures that the vehicles manufacturer’s warranty is not invalidated. A quick look at Vauxhall's warranty page confirms that Zafira's produced from 2016 onwards, produced in the last three years will have a manufacturers warranty active.

"Vauxhall’s new vehicle warranty ensures your peace of mind against material or manufacturing defects for three years (unlimited mileage for the first 12 months and subject to a total mileage limit of 60,000 miles from first registration). This applies to all cars and vans except Vivaro and New Movano, the additional warranty for which carries a limit of 100,000 miles from first registration." Vauxhall Warranty information

We do of course offer, Vauxhall Zafira Tourer C 2011 Onwards universal electrics kits, however as stated these will invalidate any manufacturer warranty you may have.

Bypass Relays

Vauxhall Zafira's Tourer C 2011 Onwards will require a bypass relay when universal electrics are fitted. Bypass relays are used to ensure that the kit does not present faults on the dashboard. A bypass relay helps the universal kit hide from your vehicle ECU and functions so as not to put faults on the dashboard hence the name “BYPASS”. A dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicles ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicle's software to run smoothly with the new towbar, it works very much like an update to your smartphone. All Vauxhall Zafira Tourer C 2011 Onwards will not require coding.

Bumper cuts

The only option on Vauxhall Zafira Tourer C 2011 Onwards towbars are None Visible, a bumper cut is required.

Nose weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important to not exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. For the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer C 2011 Onwards the maximum capacity nose weight is 75kg, nose weights are displayed under each tow bar below.

Towing weight

Towing weight is the weight that the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer C 2011 Onwards towbars can tow safely, without damaging the vehicle, the maximum towing weight capacity is 1700kg. the minimum towing weight capacity is 1500kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your model of Vauxhall Zafira as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.  

Vauxhall Zafira B 2005-2014

Vauxhall Zafira's B manufactured between 2005-2014, if you have a Zafira released after 2011 it is important you correctly determine which model you have to ensure you get the correct towbar. You can check this from your logbook, if you own a Vauxhall Zafira that falls on a changeover year, or produced after 2011, up to 2014, please feel free to contact the sales team to discuss your concerns.

Vauxhall Zafira B 2005-2014 Towbar Electric Kits

We recommend that all tow bars fitted to a Vauxhall Zafira B 2005-2014 are fitted with a dedicated electrics kit, this not only helps to ensure all modern features, such as trailer stability, parking sensors function correctly, but also ensures that the vehicles manufacturer’s warranty is not invalidated. We offer both 7 pin and 13 pin dedicated electrics kits for the Vauxhall Zafira 2005-2014. A quick look at Vauxhall's warranty page confirms that Zafira's, produced in the last three years will have a manufacturers warranty active.

"For three years from the date that the vehicle is delivered to the first owner or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first, any component failure attributable to faulty materials or workmanship during manufacture will be rectified free of charge by an authorised Vauxhall dealer. For three years from the date that the vehicle is delivered to the first owner, any paintwork defects and surface rust attributable to faulty materials or workmanship during manufacture will be rectified free of charge by an authorised Vauxhall dealer." Vauxhall Warranty information

We do of course offer, Vauxhall Zafira B 2005-2014 universal electrics kits, however as stated these will invalidate any manufacturer warranty you may have.