NHTSA recall 21V607000
Seat Belts · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the rear outboard seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2021 Volkswagen Id.4.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V607000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.