Vw Waterproof Seat Cover: Seat Cover May Prevent Side Airbag Deployment

Volkswagen is recalling 66 waterproof seat covers that may interfere with side airbag deployment in vehicles. The seat covers were not properly suited for the vehicle application. Volkswagen will supply replacement seat covers that are compatible with the airbag system.

Recalling firm

VW

Product

Vehicles: VW WATERPROOF SEAT COVER. Units affected: 66

Reason

Seatcovers have been supplied which may affect deployment of the combined side/curtain airbags. Remedy: Supply seat covers suitable for vehicle application.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2016-12-12

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/3c2a38c6-8f84-4e79-9621-9ea93d4f836b