Recall 21V607000

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Report Date
20210804
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Affected Vehicles
1 models

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."

Safety 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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2021 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.