SEAT Ibiza and Arona recall: Passenger airbag replacement
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles defective passenger airbags may have been fitted. On affected vehicles the passenger airbag should be deactivated and the passenger seat not used until the recall action has been completed.
- What to do
- Contact a SEAT dealer to book the free repair. Affected vehicles will be checked and the passenger airbags replaced if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles defective passenger airbags may have been fitted. On affected vehicles the passenger airbag should be deactivated and the passenger seat not used until the recall action has been completed.
The fix
Affected vehicles will be checked and the passenger airbags replaced if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ibiza | 30 Aug 2023 | 3 Feb 2025 | 126 |
| Arona | 23 Jan 2025 | 18 Feb 2025 | 84 |
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 30 June 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.