SEAT Alhambra recall: Passenger airbag may not deploy as intended
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to a process deviation in the production front passenger airbag module the connection between detonator and generator may not be sufficient. This may cause the airbag not to deploy as intended.
- What to do
- Contact a SEAT dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the front passenger air bag module with a correctly manufactured version.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to a process deviation in the production front passenger airbag module the connection between detonator and generator may not be sufficient. This may cause the airbag not to deploy as intended.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the front passenger air bag module with a correctly manufactured version.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alhambra | 13 Sep 2016 | 2 Nov 2016 | 24 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 29 January 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.