Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) recalls certain Seat vehicles
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) is recalling certain Seat Arona and Ibiza vehicles due to a safety issue with the passenger airbag. The airbags may have a material defect in the housing of the gas generator, which could impair their protective effect in an accident, increasing the risk of injury.
- Brand
- Seat
- Batch codes
- produced between 21 September 2022 to 07 April 2025
- What to do
- If you believe your vehicle may be impacted, contact Seat Ireland’s customer care or speak to your local Seat dealer for further information.
Recall campaign next steps
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) has sent a letter to the registered owners of the vehicles affected informing them of the recall and the next steps to be taken.
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted by any of the recall(s) below, then you can contact Seat Ireland’s customer care using their online web form or speak to your local Seat dealer for further information.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) recalls certain Seat vehicles
29 July 2025
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Seat Arona and Ibiza vehicles.
A safety issue has been identified whereby the airbags on the passenger side may have been installed with a material defect in the housing of the gas generator. In the event of an accident, the protective effect of the passenger airbag may be impaired, with a consequent increase in the risk of injury to the passenger. If the airbag is deployed as a result of an accident, the housing of the gas generator may burst or parts of the housing may come loose and cause serious or even fatal injuries to vehicle occupants.
There are 16 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 21 September 2022 to 07 April 2025.
Frequently asked questions
Is Seat being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) is recalling certain Seat Arona and Ibiza vehicles due to a safety issue with the passenger airbag. The airbags may have a material defect in the housing of the gas generator, which could impair their protective effect in an accident, increasing the risk of injury.
Why is Seat being recalled?
The recall relates to a injury hazard. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Seat Ireland) is recalling certain Seat Arona and Ibiza vehicles due to a safety issue with the passenger airbag. The airbags may have a material defect in the housing of the gas generator, which could impair their protective effect in an accident, increasing the risk of injury.
What should I do if I have this product?
If you believe your vehicle may be impacted, contact Seat Ireland’s customer care or speak to your local Seat dealer for further information.
Which batches of Seat are affected?
The affected batch codes are: produced between 21 September 2022 to 07 April 2025.