Seat Cupra Formentor: On Certain Vehicles With Electromechanical Brake Servo And Dsg (direct Shift Gearbox) Of A Limited Production Period There Is A Possibility That A Heat Protection Mat Was Incorre

Recall Summary Certain SEAT CUPRA Formentor and Leon vehicles from a specific production period have an incorrectly fitted heat protection mat near the brake fluid reservoir. This can cause the reservoir to melt and leak brake fluid into the engine compartment. SEAT will inspect the heat shield on affected vehicles and repair or replace it as needed.

Recalling firm
SEAT
Product
Vehicles: SEAT CUPRA FORMENTOR, SEAT CUPRA LEON. Units affected: 4,998
Reason
On certain vehicles with electromechanical brake servo and DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) of a limited production period there is a possibility that a heat protection mat was incorrectly fitted. In individual cases the brake fluid reservoir can melt and cause a brake fluid leak into the engine compartment. Remedy: A check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and an additional heat shield installed.�
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2024-01-26
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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