SKODA KODIAQ — recall

Automotive · United Kingdom · 2026-02-20

Skoda KODIAQ vehicles have an issue with the inner frame edge

Country	United Kingdom
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-02-20
Manufacturer	SKODA
Models affected	KODIAQ
Units affected	3572
Defect	Skoda Auto has discovered that there is a risk with the Kodiaq model from a limited production period that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. This situation may reduce the protective effect of the side airbag which could result in an increased risk of injury to passengers in the event of an accident.For safety reasons your vehicle must be repaired. We strongly recommend that you contact an authorized ?koda service center as soon as possible to arrange a repair date. In the first instance we ask that you contact your l…
Remedy	The vehicle will be fitted with sharp edge protection for the inner frame of the front seats to prevent damage to the integrity of the side airbag when it is deployed.
Recall number	R/2026/083
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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