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Checking SEAT Recall Notices When Buying a Used SEAT Car

Purchasing a used SEAT car can be a savvy financial decision, but it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is checking for any outstanding recall notices on the vehicle. Recalls are issued by SEAT to address safety issues that could potentially lead to accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Hence, ignoring them could be perilous. In this article, we discuss why it's important to check for recall notices and how you can go about doing it.

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Why Check for Recalls?

Manufacturers issue recalls when they discover defects or issues that may compromise the safety of a vehicle. These defects can range from faulty airbags and brakes to electrical system malfunctions. When you purchase a used SEAT car, it may have one or more such unresolved issues that the previous owner didn't address. Ensuring that any recall work has been completed not only safeguards you and your passengers but also adds to the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

Steps to Check for Recall Notices

Checking for recall notices might seem like a daunting task, but it is fairly straightforward. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Obtain the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): The VIN is a unique 17-character serial number that can usually be found on the driver’s side dashboard or inside the driver’s side door. It can also be found in the vehicle's registration and insurance documents.
Enter the VIN: Enter your VIN number here to carry out a free recall check. The results will provide details on the specific issues and whether they have been resolved.
Search by Make & Manufacturer: Select the Vehicle Type, Manufacturer, and model to carry out a vehicle recall check here.
Contact the Manufacturer or Local Dealer: If you find any outstanding recalls, contact the vehicle manufacturer or your local dealer to get them resolved. Most recall work is done free of charge.

Additional Tips

Ask for Maintenance Records: Request maintenance and repair records from the seller, which may indicate if recall work has already been done.
Use Our Services: There are several services available online that compile vehicle history reports, including recall information. Though there will be a small fee if you want the complete history, it can be well worth the peace of mind.
Stay Updated: Sign up for email alerts from the manufacturer to receive notifications of any future recalls.

Conclusion

Ensuring that a used car is free from any unresolved recall notices is a key step in the car-buying process. It's a simple yet essential practice that can help you avoid potential safety hazards and costly repairs down the road. By taking the time to check, you'll contribute to a safer driving experience for yourself and others on the road.

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We have SEAT recalls for the models below.

Alhambra

Altea

Arona

Ateca

CUPRA

Exeo

Exeo (3R)

FORMENTOR

Ibiza

Ibiza and Mii

Leon

Leon and Ibiza

Mii

Tarraco

Toledo

Various models

12/01/2024 - Seat
Tarraco

Check This Car for the following recall:

Parts of the airbag inflator may become detached when the head airbag is deployed. This could cause injuries to the vehicle occupants. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

KN, e9*2007/46*6666*01-*12

Production Dates:

24.01.2019 – 25.02.2020

Recall Code:

69FU

For more information and see the full recall View

03/11/2023 - Seat
Leon

Check This Car for the following recall:

Improper heat treatment applied to engine mounts may cause them to break. This affects the stability of driving, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

KL, e9*2007/46*3167*

Production Dates:

27.7.2023 - 28.7.2023

Recall Code:

10J3

For more information and see the full recall View

13/10/2023 - Seat
Alhambra, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo

Check This Car for the following recall:

The propellant within the inflator in the front passenger airbag can deteriorate. If the airbag deploys, it could result in fragments from the inflator casing injuring the vehicle’s occupants. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

5F, NH, 7N, 5FP, 6J, e9*2007/46*0094*, e8*2007/46*0321*, e1*2007/46*0402*, e9*2007/46*6394*, e9*2001/116*0067*

Production Dates:

15.6.2012 - 6.9.2017

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

13/10/2023 - Seat
Alhambra, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

5F, NH, 7N, 5FP, 6J, e9*2007/46*0094*, e8*2007/46*0321*, e1*2007/46*0402*, e9*2007/46*6394*, e9*2001/116*0067*

Production Dates:

15.6.2012 - 6.9.2017

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

13/10/2023 - Seat
Alhambra, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

5F, NH, 7N, 5FP, 6J, e9*2007/46*0094*, e8*2007/46*0321*, e1*2007/46*0402*, e9*2007/46*6394*, e9*2001/116*0067*

Production Dates:

15.6.2012 - 6.9.2017

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

13/10/2023 - Seat
Alhambra, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

5F, NH, 7N, 5FP, 6J, e9*2007/46*0094*, e8*2007/46*0321*, e1*2007/46*0402*, e9*2007/46*6394*, e9*2001/116*0067*

Production Dates:

15.6.2012 - 6.9.2017

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

13/10/2023 - Seat
Alhambra, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

5F, NH, 7N, 5FP, 6J, e9*2007/46*0094*, e8*2007/46*0321*, e1*2007/46*0402*, e9*2007/46*6394*, e9*2001/116*0067*

Production Dates:

15.6.2012 - 6.9.2017

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

28/07/2023 - Seat
Tarraco

Check This Car for the following recall:

The rear left door may have insufficient impact absorption. This affects the general robustness of this door, increasing the risk of injury in case of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

KN, e9*2007/46*6666*

Production Dates:

13.01.2023 - 22.02.2023

Recall Code:

57J7

For more information and see the full recall View

21/04/2023 - Seat
Leon, Toledo

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Check This Car for the following recall:

The airbag may deteriorate over time and if deployed, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to burst and metal fragments could pass through the cushion material causing injury to occupants. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

2013, 2014, 2015

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

21/04/2023 - Seat
Leon, Toledo

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

Model Numbers:

Production Dates:

2013, 2014, 2015

Recall Code:

69EC

For more information and see the full recall View

30/09/2022 - Seat
Leon

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

In the event of an accident, there is a risk that the load in the baggage compartment will shoot forwards to the partition grille and cause the bracket to detach from the body, increasing the risk of injury to the passengers. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

KL, Te9*2007/46*3167*

Production Dates:

31.07.2020 - 4.06.2022

Recall Code:

68I3

For more information and see the full recall View

13/05/2022 - Seat
Leon, Tarraco

No Image available

Check This Car for the following recall:

In the event of a short circuit, a faulty fuse can cause an arc flash, which could cause fire and lead to an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Model Numbers:

KL, KN, e9*2007/46*3167*, e9*2007/46*6666*

Production Dates:

18.09.2020 -10.01.2022

Recall Code:

93N9

For more information and see the full recall View