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VOLKSWAGEN GROUP AUSTRALIA PTY LTD - SKODA Fabia 2021

recall information

Recall number
REC-005025
Campaign number
72M5
Original published date

make and model information

Make
SKODA
Model
Fabia
Year range
2021
Affected units
16

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

Due to a manufacturing issue with the welding of the rear middle backrest frame there may be a reduction in the performance of the attached seat belt.

What are the hazards?

A reduction in the performance of the seat belt in an event of an accident will increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.

What should consumers do?

Owners can contact their preferred Skoda dealer to arrange to have their vehicle repaired free of charge.
Supplier details
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact name
Skoda Dealers
Contact phone
1800 607 540
Contact email
recalls@myvw.com.au

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type