SEAT recall: Front driver airbag replacement
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- In vehicles produced in a specific period with airbags from manufacturer Takata in the event of an accident with airbag activation the driver airbag gas generator housing may explode.�
- What to do
- Contact a SEAT dealer to book the free repair. Inspect the driver�s airbag and replace it if necessary.�
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
Check your reg on DVSA ↗
What’s wrong
In vehicles produced in a specific period with airbags from manufacturer Takata in the event of an accident with airbag activation the driver airbag gas generator housing may explode.�
The fix
Inspect the driver�s airbag and replace it if necessary.�
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ateca | 13 Apr 2016 | 9 Dec 2017 | 5 |
| Alhambra | 10 Mar 2015 | 7 Jun 2017 | 8 |
| Ibiza | 3 Mar 2015 | 6 Sep 2017 | 7 |
| Toledo | 4 Nov 2013 | 9 Jun 2017 | 2,162 |
| Leon | 19 Mar 2012 | 18 Apr 2017 | 50,140 |
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 11 September 2023. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.