Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) recalls certain Skoda model vehicles
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) is recalling certain Skoda Kodiaq vehicles due to a potential issue with the front seat frame that may affect the side airbag's integrity, increasing the risk of injury in an accident. Additionally, certain Skoda ITIGO, FABIA, ROOMSTER, OCTAVIA, RAPID, SUPERB, and YETI vehicles are recalled due to a defect in the driver airbag inflator that may cause uncontrolled inflation and release metal fragments, posing an injury risk. The recalls affect a total of 1,355 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland.
- Brand
- Skoda
- Batch codes
- produced between 21 August 2024 to 08 December 2025, produced between 14 May 2014 and 18 August 2016
- What to do
- Contact Skoda Ireland’s customer care or speak to your local Skoda dealer for further information.
Recall campaign next steps
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda 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 Skoda Ireland’s customer care on 1800 813 764, or via [email protected] or speak to your local Skoda dealer for further information.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) recalls certain Skoda model vehicles
12 March 2026
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Skoda Kodiaq model vehicles.
An edge of the inner frame of the front seats may affect the integrity of the side airbag in case of side airbag activation, which could reduce the protective effect of the side airbag and increase the risk of injury to the occupants in the event of an accident.
There are 1,351 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 21 August 2024 to 08 December 2025.
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) recalls certain Skoda model vehicles
03 March 2026
Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) is carrying out a voluntary recall of certain Skoda ITIGO, FABIA, ROOMSTER, OCTAVIA, RAPID, SUPERB, YETI model vehicles.
The risk description reported to us is that a defect in the inflator of the driver airbag may cause uncontrolled inflation and the release of metal fragments when the airbag is activated, which can cause injury to the occupants.
There are 4 vehicles affected in the Republic of Ireland that were produced between 14 May 2014 and 18 August 2016.
Frequently asked questions
Is Skoda being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) is recalling certain Skoda Kodiaq vehicles due to a potential issue with the front seat frame that may affect the side airbag's integrity, increasing the risk of injury in an accident. Additionally, certain Skoda ITIGO, FABIA, ROOMSTER, OCTAVIA, RAPID, SUPERB, and YETI vehicles are recalled due to a defect in the driver airbag inflator that may cause uncontrolled inflation and release metal fragments, posing an injury risk. The recalls affect a total of 1,355 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland.
Why is Skoda being recalled?
The recall relates to a foreign body hazard. Volkswagen Group Ireland Limited (Skoda Ireland) is recalling certain Skoda Kodiaq vehicles due to a potential issue with the front seat frame that may affect the side airbag's integrity, increasing the risk of injury in an accident. Additionally, certain Skoda ITIGO, FABIA, ROOMSTER, OCTAVIA, RAPID, SUPERB, and YETI vehicles are recalled due to a defect in the driver airbag inflator that may cause uncontrolled inflation and release metal fragments, posing an injury risk. The recalls affect a total of 1,355 vehicles in the Republic of Ireland.
What should I do if I have this product?
Contact Skoda Ireland’s customer care or speak to your local Skoda dealer for further information.
Which batches of Skoda are affected?
The affected batch codes are: produced between 21 August 2024 to 08 December 2025, produced between 14 May 2014 and 18 August 2016.
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