2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Rear Seat Belt Recall
Volkswagen has issued a recall for certain 2021 ID.4 electric vehicles. The recall addresses incorrect rear outboard seat belt assemblies that lack an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function, which could prevent child restraint systems from being properly secured.
David Chen2021 Volkswagen ID.4
Why this matters
This Volkswagen ID.4 seat belt recall addresses a critical safety concern. If a child restraint system cannot be properly secured due to a faulty seat belt assembly, there is an increased risk of injury to a child during a crash. This non-compliance with safety standards is a serious issue for vehicle occupants.
What's being recalled
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 ID.4 vehicles. The recall specifically concerns the rear outboard seat belt assemblies. These assemblies may have been incorrectly installed without an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function.
Without the ALR function, child restraint systems cannot be properly secured in the vehicle. This condition means the affected vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of affected 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles were notified by mail starting August 27, 2021. If you own a 2021 ID.4 and have concerns, you can contact Volkswagen customer service directly. The Volkswagen recall number for this issue is 69CQ.
Manufacturer's remedy
Volkswagen dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belt assemblies on affected vehicles. If an incorrect assembly is found, it will be replaced with the correct part, free of charge to the owner. This repair ensures that the seat belts function as intended, allowing child restraint systems to be properly secured.
Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 for more information or to schedule a service appointment related to the Volkswagen ID.4 seat belt recall.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 21V607000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the issue with the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 seat belts?
- The recall is due to incorrect rear outboard seat belt assemblies that may have been installed in some 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 vehicles. These assemblies lack an automatic locking retractor (ALR) function, which is essential for properly securing child restraint systems.
- What is the safety risk associated with this Volkswagen ID.4 seat belt recall?
- If a child restraint system cannot be properly secured because of the missing ALR function, there is an increased risk of injury to a child occupant during a crash. This issue also means the vehicle does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208.
- How will Volkswagen fix the seat belt issue on my ID.4?
- Volkswagen dealers will inspect the rear outboard seat belt assemblies. If an incorrect assembly is identified, it will be replaced with the correct part that includes the automatic locking retractor (ALR) function. This repair will be performed free of charge.
- How do I know if my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is part of recall 21V607000?
- Owner notification letters were mailed starting August 27, 2021. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and reference recall number 69CQ, or check the NHTSA website using recall ID 21V607000.
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