2017–2018 Volkswagen Polo
- Affected
- 4,630
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- 69X5 (FORMALLY 69W3)
- Supplier
- Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd
The defect
On MY18 Volkswagen Polo models of a limited production period, the belt buckle on the rear left seat can inadvertently become undone.
The hazard
If the fault occurs, the left rear belt buckle can inadvertently release and, as a result, the passenger is not secured by the restraint system in the event of an accident or when braking hard posing a high risk of injury.
The remedy
Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd is contacting all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Volkswagen Dealer to arrange for inspection and repair.Should you require any further information, please contact our toll-free Volkswagen Recall Campaign Hotline on 1800 504 076, between 8.30 am and 8:00 pm Monday to Friday (AEST) or email recalls@success.volkswagen.net.au
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 4,630 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Volkswagen Group Australia Pty Ltd to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.