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NHTSARecalled 2021-08-04

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. — SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Is my product affected?

2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4

  • Brand VOLKSWAGEN

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Volkswagen Group of America is recalling certain 2021 ID4 vehicles because the rear outboard seat belt assemblies may not have an automatic locking retractor function. This defect can prevent child restraint systems from securing properly during a crash, creating an increased risk of injury to children. The vehicles fail to meet federal safety standards for occupant crash protection.

Affected owners received notification letters mailed August 27, 2021. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear outboard seat belt assemblies as necessary at no cost. Owners can contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 to schedule service, and can reference recall number 69CQ.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

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

What should I do?

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.

Details from the source

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."

Source

Official record: NHTSA ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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