Volkswagen and Cupra recall 11,000 vehicles over seat belt defects

Volkswagen and its subsidiary Cupra are recalling more than 11,000 vehicles due to faulty seat belts that could compromise passenger safety during an accident. The Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has reported no injuries or property damage related to this issue so far.

The recall affects 1,109 Volkswagen ID. Polo models globally, with 239 located in Germany. The defect involves the passenger seat belt attachment at the B-pillar. Additionally, 10,151 Cupra Terramar and Raval models are affected, including 1,936 in Germany. In these Cupra models, the lower anchoring points for both driver and passenger front seat belts are defective.

Owners are advised to check their vehicles using recall codes 69G1 for Volkswagen and 69C8 for Cupra. Repairs will involve inspecting the belt attachments and replacing the belts if necessary.