Seat Altea: Takata Front Drivers Or Passenger Airbag Replacement

Recall Summary SEAT is recalling 77 vehicles (ALTEA, EXEO, LEON, and ALHAMBRA models) due to defective Takata front airbags. The airbag inflators may rupture when deployed because the propellant degrades over time with exposure to heat and humidity, potentially sending metal fragments into the vehicle. The fix involves replacing the airbag inflator or the entire airbag module.

Recalling firm

SEAT

Product

Vehicles: SEAT ALTEA, SEAT EXEO, SEAT LEON, SEAT ALHAMBRA. Units affected: 77

Reason

Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Issue: The front airbag in your SEAT vehicle contains an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. Risk: If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle. Immediate Action Required: Stop driving your vehicle immediately. Contact the SEAT Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm) to arrange your recall service. Mobility assistance is available if needed....

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2025-07-23

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/fc3e4c89-353d-4bbe-ad80-575a932c3f7b