SEAT Formentor, Leon, Tarraco recall: In some vehiclesthe fuse in the high-voltage system has been produced in part with an insufficient amount of extinguishing sand
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- In some vehicles the fuse in the high-voltage system has been produced in part with an insufficient amount of extinguishing sand.
- What to do
- Contact a SEAT dealer to book the free repair. An insulating mat must be placed above the switching unit for the high-voltage battery in all of the affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
In some vehicles the fuse in the high-voltage system has been produced in part with an insufficient amount of extinguishing sand.
The fix
An insulating mat must be placed above the switching unit for the high-voltage battery in all of the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formentor | 19 Dec 2020 | 21 Oct 2021 | 2,347 |
| Leon | 19 Dec 2020 | 21 Oct 2021 | 2,347 |
| Tarraco | 19 Dec 2020 | 21 Oct 2021 | 2,347 |
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 7 April 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.