SKODA — recall

Automotive · New Zealand · 2026-02-19

Skoda Kodiaq vehicle: Front seat inner frame edge may cause injury

Country	New Zealand
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-02-19
Models affected	KODIAQ
Model year	2025-2026
Defect	For Škoda Kodiaq vehicles from a specific production period, there is a risk that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. This may reduce its effectiveness.
Remedy	Contact your nearest authorised Škoda dealer.
Recall number	NQ20260219-72SG
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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