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Seat Leon Recalls

There are currently 35 safety recalls out on the Seat Leon. To find out whether your car is affected, you'll need to find your car's VIN number.

How to find your VIN

The VIN can often be found on the lower-left corner of the dashboard, in front of the steering wheel.

You can read the number by looking through the windshield. The VIN may also appear in a number of other locations:

  • Front of the engine block. This should be easy to spot by opening the bonnet, and looking at the front of the engine.
  • Front of the car frame, near the container that holds windshield washer fluid.
  • Rear wheel well. Try looking up, directly above the tyre.
  • Inside the driver-side doorjamb. Open the door, and look underneath where the side-view mirror would be located if the door was shut.
  • Driver-side doorpost. Open the door, and look near the spot where the door latches, not too far from the seatbelt return.
  • Underneath the spare tyre.
VIN Location Diagram

If you still can't locate the VIN, try consulting your vehicle manual. Or, call a dealership or the manufacturer and request guidance.

Step 2 - See if your car is affected
  • Announcement date:
    23/07/2025
    Recalls number:
    R/2025/348
    Car Build Date:
    18/12/2009 - 14/04/2016
    Concern:
    Takata Front Drivers Or Passenger Airbag Replacement
    Defect:
    Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Issue: The front airbag in your SEAT vehicle contains an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. Risk: If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle. Immediate Action Required: Stop driving your vehicle immediately. Contact the SEAT Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm) to arrange your recall service. Mobility assistance is available if needed.
    Remedy:
    For important safety reasons it is necessary to replace the inflator or driver/passenger seat’s airbag module of your vehicle.
  • Announcement date:
    16/07/2024
    Recalls number:
    R/2024/285
    Car Build Date:
    26/09/2012 - 20/11/2012
    Concern:
    Drivers Side Front Airbag
    Defect:
    On affected vehicles a deterioration of the driver airbag propellant could occur. In the event of an accident and the activation of the driver airbag fragments of the generator housing could become detached and injure the vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    The driver side front airbag gas generator must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    16/07/2024
    Recalls number:
    R/2024/285
    Car Build Date:
    08/11/2011 - 04/04/2013
    Concern:
    Drivers Side Front Airbag
    Defect:
    On affected vehicles a deterioration of the driver airbag propellant could occur. In the event of an accident and the activation of the driver airbag fragments of the generator housing could become detached and injure the vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    The driver side front airbag gas generator must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    10/04/2024
    Recalls number:
    R/2024/160
    Car Build Date:
    20/11/2008 - 30/07/2012
    Concern:
    Driver's Side Front Airbag
    Defect:
    On affected vehicles a deterioration of the driver airbag propellant could occur. In the event of an accident and the activation of the driver airbag fragments of the generator housing could become detached and injure the vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    The driver side front airbag gas generator must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    10/04/2024
    Recalls number:
    R/2024/160
    Car Build Date:
    23/11/2009 - 28/04/2011
    Concern:
    Driver's Side Front Airbag
    Defect:
    On affected vehicles a deterioration of the driver airbag propellant could occur. In the event of an accident and the activation of the driver airbag fragments of the generator housing could become detached and injure the vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    The driver side front airbag gas generator must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    16/10/2023
    Recalls number:
    R/2023/294
    Car Build Date:
    27/07/2023 - 07/08/2023
    Concern:
    In Certain Vehicles Within A Range Of Specified Vins It Has Been Detected That An Engine Support That Did Not Receive The Correct Heat Treatment May Have Been Fitted.
    Defect:
    In certain vehicles within a range of specified VINs it has been detected that an engine support that did not receive the correct heat treatment may have been fitted.�
    Remedy:
    The fitted engine support must be inspected and if found to be affected the engine support must be replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    11/09/2023
    Recalls number:
    R/2023/273
    Car Build Date:
    19/03/2012 - 18/04/2017
    Concern:
    Front Driver Airbag Replacement
    Defect:
    In vehicles produced in a specific period with airbags from manufacturer Takata in the event of an accident with airbag activation the driver airbag gas generator housing may explode.�
    Remedy:
    Inspect the driver�s airbag and replace it if necessary.�
  • Announcement date:
    11/09/2023
    Recalls number:
    R/2023/273
    Car Build Date:
    24/01/2008 - 10/02/2017
    Concern:
    Front Driver Airbag Replacement
    Defect:
    In vehicles produced in a specific period with airbags from manufacturer Takata in the event of an accident with airbag activation the driver airbag gas generator housing may explode.�
    Remedy:
    Inspect the driver�s airbag and replace it if necessary.�
  • Announcement date:
    28/06/2022
    Recalls number:
    R/2022/185
    Car Build Date:
    28/04/2020 - 01/03/2021
    Concern:
    The Wiring Harness Of The Airbag Control Unit May Possibly Have Been Caught By The Clutch Pedal During Installation
    Defect:
    There is a possibility that the wiring harness of the airbag control unit was caught by the clutch pedal during installation.
    Remedy:
    The correct position of the airbag control unit wiring harness must be checked and if required secured in the correct position. Repair any existing damage as necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    28/06/2022
    Recalls number:
    R/2022/185
    Car Build Date:
    01/03/2021 - 17/06/2021
    Concern:
    The Wiring Harness Of The Airbag Control Unit May Possibly Have Been Caught By The Clutch Pedal During Installation
    Defect:
    There is a possibility that the wiring harness of the airbag control unit was caught by the clutch pedal during installation.
    Remedy:
    The correct position of the airbag control unit wiring harness must be checked and if required secured in the correct position. Repair any existing damage as necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    07/04/2022
    Recalls number:
    R/2022/088
    Car Build Date:
    19/12/2020 - 21/10/2021
    Concern:
    In Some Vehiclesthe Fuse In The High-voltage System Has Been Produced In Part With An Insufficient Amount Of Extinguishing Sand
    Defect:
    In some vehicles the fuse in the high-voltage system has been produced in part with an insufficient amount of extinguishing sand.
    Remedy:
    An insulating mat must be placed above the switching unit for the high-voltage battery in all of the affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    07/04/2022
    Recalls number:
    R/2022/088
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZKLZMR005964
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZKLZNR024410
    Car Build Date:
    19/12/2020 - 21/10/2021
    Concern:
    In Some Vehicles The Fuse In The High-voltage System Has Been Produced In Part With An Insufficient Amount Of Extinguishing Sand
    Defect:
    In some vehicles the fuse in the high-voltage system has been produced in part with an insufficient amount of extinguishing sand.
    Remedy:
    An insulating mat must be placed above the switching unit for the high-voltage battery in all of the affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    23/03/2022
    Recalls number:
    R/2022/076
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZKLZMR082610
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZKLZNR028734
    Car Build Date:
    16/10/2020 - 14/02/2022
    Concern:
    Engine Design Covers Could Detach From Their Fixing
    Defect:
    In some vehicles within the range of specified VINs it is possible that they have engine design covers installed that could detach from their fixing depending on use (very sporty driving or poor road conditions) and the operating time.
    Remedy:
    The engine design cover must be removed on all affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    10/11/2021
    Recalls number:
    R/2021/407
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZKLZMR008496
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZKLZMR023928
    Car Build Date:
    30/09/2020 - 08/10/2020
    Concern:
    It Is Possible That The Rear Knuckle Fastening Screw Does Not Have The Corrct Tightening Torque
    Defect:
    It is possible that the rear knuckle fastening screw does not have the correct tightening torque
    Remedy:
    The rear knuckle must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    31/08/2021
    Recalls number:
    R/2021/324
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZKLZMR016781
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZKLZNR010315
    Car Build Date:
    27/09/2020 - 10/08/2021
    Concern:
    The Front Seat Belts Are Not Properly Anchored
    Defect:
    The front seat belts may not be properly anchored due to a manufacturing error.
    Remedy:
    Check the front seat belts in all the affected vehicles and replace if necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    14/10/2019
    Recalls number:
    R/2019/356
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5FZJ6500131
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5FZJ6546574
    Car Build Date:
    01/11/2016 - 05/07/2018
    Concern:
    Possible Fault In A Turn Signal
    Defect:
    In the event of a turn signal (indicator) fault the driver may not realise
    Remedy:
    Reprogram the on-board network control unit
  • Announcement date:
    14/10/2019
    Recalls number:
    R/2019/356
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5FZJR000045
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5FZJR180423
    Car Build Date:
    01/11/2016 - 05/07/2018
    Concern:
    Possible Fault In A Turn Signal
    Defect:
    In the event of a turn signal (indicator) fault the driver may not realise
    Remedy:
    Reprogram the on-board network control unit
  • Announcement date:
    09/08/2019
    Recalls number:
    R/2019/262
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5FZER072583
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5FZFR058571
    Car Build Date:
    23/01/2014 - 30/10/2014
    Concern:
    The Inlet Camshaft Adjuster Pulley Is Liable To Break
    Defect:
    The pulley of the inlet camshaft adjuster is liable to brake.
    Remedy:
    The inlet camshaft adjuster must be replaced in affected vehicles.
  • Announcement date:
    13/05/2019
    Recalls number:
    R/2019/157
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5FZJR083206
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5FZJ6541978
    Car Build Date:
    01/12/2017 - 17/12/2017
    Concern:
    The Driver's Air Bag May Not Inflate Fast Enough In The Event Of Activation
    Defect:
    Drivers air bag may not inflate at the correct rate.
    Remedy:
    Replace the drivers front air bag.
  • Announcement date:
    07/03/2018
    Recalls number:
    R/2018/060
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ1PZBR062551
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ1PZBR078883
    Car Build Date:
    01/03/2011 - 30/11/2011
    Concern:
    Starter Motor May Malfunction And Overheat
    Defect:
    On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.
  • Announcement date:
    10/07/2017
    Recalls number:
    R/2017/216
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ1PZ9R000087
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ1PZ9R513648
    Car Build Date:
    01/05/2008 - 31/05/2010
    Concern:
    Abs/esc System May Fail
    Defect:
    On vehicles with ABS/ESC the earth connection may be interrupted. This may cause failure of the ABS/ESC system.
    Remedy:
    On affected vehicles install new software.
  • Announcement date:
    05/08/2016
    Recalls number:
    R/2016/180
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5FZGR092525
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5FZGR109642
    Car Build Date:
    25/11/2015 - 14/04/2016
    Concern:
    Manual Child Lock May Disengage Without Warning
    Defect:
    The child lock can disengage without the driver knowing and the door can again be opened from the inside. If children leave the car unnoticed and run into the road there is a risk of accident.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the function of the manual child lock. If necessary the door lock/s will be replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    15/12/2011
    Recalls number:
    R/2011/168
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/2009 - 31/12/2009
    Concern:
    Fuel May Leak
    Defect:
    On 2.0l Common Rail engines of a limited production period faulty material can cause leaks on the high pressure pipes during the service life of the vehicle.
    Remedy:
    Anti-vibration balance weights will be fitted on the high-pressure pipes.
  • Announcement date:
    30/11/2009
    Recalls number:
    R/2009/111
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5PZAR000013
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5PZAR004248
    Car Build Date:
    01/09/2008 - 31/08/2009
    Concern:
    Clutch May Operate Inadvertently With Unexpected Loss Of Drive.
    Defect:
    In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit
  • Announcement date:
    30/11/2009
    Recalls number:
    R/2009/111
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ1PZAR000015
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ1PZAR010596
    Car Build Date:
    01/09/2008 - 31/08/2009
    Concern:
    Clutch May Operate Inadvertently With Unexpected Loss Of Drive.
    Defect:
    In rare cases an incorrect interpretation of the clutch temperature can occur which results in the clutch opening unexpectedly with loss of drive.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles and update/reprogramme gearbox control unit
  • Announcement date:
    05/04/2006
    Recalls number:
    R/2006/033
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5PZ6R000009
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5PZ6R001638
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2004 - 30/06/2005
    Concern:
    Flywheel May Fail
    Defect:
    The two mass flywheel can become damaged because of a non-optimally designed through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. This can lead to a total failure of the flywheel and under unfavourable circumstances to a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and establish the manufacturer of the two mass flywheel. Where necessary replace the flywheel and the breather of the clutch pressure pipe.
  • Announcement date:
    05/04/2006
    Recalls number:
    R/2006/033
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5PZ4R000048
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5PZ4R017390
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2004 - 30/06/2005
    Concern:
    Flywheel May Fail
    Defect:
    The two mass flywheel can become damaged because of a non-optimally designed through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. This can lead to a total failure of the flywheel and under unfavourable circumstances to a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and establish the manufacturer of the two mass flywheel. Where necessary replace the flywheel and the breather of the clutch pressure pipe.
  • Announcement date:
    05/04/2006
    Recalls number:
    R/2006/033
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ5PZ5R000026
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ5PZ5R103620
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2004 - 30/06/2005
    Concern:
    Flywheel May Fail
    Defect:
    The two mass flywheel can become damaged because of a non-optimally designed through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. This can lead to a total failure of the flywheel and under unfavourable circumstances to a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and establish the manufacturer of the two mass flywheel. Where necessary replace the flywheel and the breather of the clutch pressure pipe.
  • Announcement date:
    05/04/2006
    Recalls number:
    R/2006/033
    VIN start:
    VSSZZZ1PZ6R000004
    VIN end:
    VSSZZZ1PZ6R001610
    Car Build Date:
    01/02/2004 - 30/06/2005
    Concern:
    Flywheel May Fail
    Defect:
    The two mass flywheel can become damaged because of a non-optimally designed through-flow restrictor in the clutch pressure pipe. This can lead to a total failure of the flywheel and under unfavourable circumstances to a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and establish the manufacturer of the two mass flywheel. Where necessary replace the flywheel and the breather of the clutch pressure pipe.
  • Announcement date:
    18/02/2005
    Recalls number:
    R/2004/212
    Car Build Date:
    01/03/2004 - 31/08/2004
    Concern:
    Bolts Of The Tandem Fuel Pump Cover May Break
    Defect:
    It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    02/02/2005
    Recalls number:
    R/2004/202
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
    Concern:
    Tension Cracks May Occur On The Vacuum Pipe To The Servo
    Defect:
    Tension cracks may occur on the vacuum pipe to the brake servo in the area of the connections due to a manufacturing fault. Should a vacuum pipe leak the brake servo will loose it's function. This will result in an increase of force which must be applied to the brake pedal. But will not result in a total failure of the braking system.
    Remedy:
    Recalled vehicles will have the vacuum pipes checked and if necessary replaced.
  • Announcement date:
    23/05/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/032
    VIN start:
    VSSzzz1Mz1R075989
    VIN end:
    VSSzzz1Mz1R087819
    Car Build Date:
    01/03/2001 - 30/09/2001
    Concern:
    Anti Lock Brake Control Unit Concern
    Defect:
    There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    23/05/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/032
    VIN start:
    VSSzzz1Mz2B000008
    VIN end:
    VSSzzz1Mz2B015104
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
    Concern:
    Anti Lock Brake Control Unit Concern
    Defect:
    There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    23/05/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/032
    VIN start:
    VSSzzz1Mz2R000100
    VIN end:
    VSSzzz1Mz2R008410
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
    Concern:
    Anti Lock Brake Control Unit Concern
    Defect:
    There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.
  • Announcement date:
    23/05/2002
    Recalls number:
    R/2002/032
    VIN start:
    VSSzzz1Mz1B005779
    VIN end:
    VSSzzz1Mz1B073502
    Car Build Date:
    01/01/1970 - 01/01/1970
    Concern:
    Anti Lock Brake Control Unit Concern
    Defect:
    There is a risk that an electrical fault in the anti lock brake control unit (ABS) can cause overheating of related electrical components. This may lead to fire damage and cause the service brake to revert to a non-anti lock mode of operation.
    Remedy:
    Recall affected vehicles to check the part number and supplier code of the ABS control unit. Renew the ABS control unit where found necessary.
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