SEAT Ibiza Recall R/2012/073: Bonnet May Not Close Properly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 29 Jun 2012
- Launched
- 24,789
- vehicles in the UK
- 55H3
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
SEAT recalled Ibiza vehicles built between 1 April 2010 and 30 November 2011. The bonnet release lever may foul the A pillar housing and not allow the bonnet to close properly. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to rework the A pillar housing and sound proofing. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The bonnet release lever may foul the A pillar housing and not allow the bonnet to close properly. This could in very exceptional circumstances allow the bonnet to open when the vehicle is in motion.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BONNET MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY Defect: The bonnet release lever may foul the A pillar housing and not allow the bonnet to close properly. This could in very exceptional circumstances allow the bonnet to open when the vehicle is in motion. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to rework the A pillar housing and sound proofing.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: bonnet may not close properly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to rework the A pillar housing and sound proofing.
Are You Affected?
Ibiza built between 1 April 2010 and 30 November 2011 may be included. SEAT estimates 24,789 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with SEAT, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with SEAT.
- Book with any franchised SEAT dealer, quoting the campaign code 55H3 or the DVSA reference R/2012/073. See how to get a SEAT recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arona, IbizaPassenger airbag replacement | Urgent | R/2025/230 | |
| Alhambra, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon and 1 moreFront driver airbag replacement | Urgent | R/2023/273 | |
| Arona, IbizaThe bracket of the double belt buckle may have been damaged during the forming process | Urgent | R/2020/113 | |
| IbizaThe engine oil may possibly reach the brake servo through the vacuum hose | Urgent | R/2020/090 | |
| Arona, Ateca, Ibiza, Leon and 1 moreThe driver's air bag may not inflate fast enough in the event of activation | Urgent | R/2019/157 |
This is one of 72 SEAT recalls in DVSA’s data. The SEAT recall launched before it was R/2011/168 on 15 Dec 2011, for fuel may leak. The one launched after it was R/2013/058 on 3 May 2013, for side airbag diagnostic function disabled. You can also see every SEAT recall, the SEAT Ibiza recall history, all recalls launched in 2012 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/073, launched 29 June 2012. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.