Vehicle recallDVSA
SEAT Tarraco recalled over a safety defect
On vehicles manufactured in a specific period there is a possibility that four of the six welding points on the bottom connection of the impact beam for the rear left door are too small.
Check your product
Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.
1 identifier listed for this notice.
Tarraco
- Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
- 13/01/2023 – 26/01/2023
- Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
- 57J7
What to do now
Some SEAT Tarraco are affected by a safety recall.
- Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
- Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
- Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.
Why it matters. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
Repairs and costs
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected.
The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.
From the official notice
Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2023/200). Quoted as issued.
Summary
On vehicles manufactured in a specific period there is a possibility that four of the six welding points on the bottom connection of the impact beam for the rear left door are too small.
Defect
On vehicles manufactured in a specific period there is a possibility that four of the six welding points on the bottom connection of the impact beam for the rear left door are too small.
Remedy
The serial number of the rear left door must be checked and if necessary the rear left door must be replaced.�
Models
Tarraco
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Questions
Why are SEAT Tarraco being recalled?
Some SEAT Tarraco are affected by a safety recall. Manufacturers must report safety defects to the DVSA and contact registered keepers of affected vehicles.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.
What should I do now?
Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
Will the repair cost anything?
Manufacturers contact registered keepers using DVLA records, but letters can go astray. You can book the free repair yourself once you know your vehicle is affected. The DVSA monitors recalls and can be contacted if a manufacturer or dealer does not act.