Volkswagen Id.4 recall (21V607000)

Volkswagen · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 21V607000
Report Received: 2021-08-04
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Make: Volkswagen
Model(s): ID.4
Model Year(s): 2021
Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Potentially Affected Units: 12,060

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 ID4 vehicles. Incorrect rear outboard seat belt assemblies without an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function may have been installed, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear outboard seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CQ.

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