SEAT Cupra Formentor Recall R/2021/322: The Input Rod Bolt Connection Between The Electronic Brake Servo And The Brake Pedal May…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Sep 2021
- Launched
- 1
- vehicles in the UK
- 47R4
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
SEAT recalled Cupra Formentor vehicles built between 24 November 2020 and 24 November 2020. The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability. The recall notice describes the fix as: vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: THE INPUT ROD BOLT CONNECTION BETWEEN THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE SERVO AND THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY COME LOOSE Defect: The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.� Remedy: Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a loss of all service braking ability.,.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened.
Are You Affected?
Cupra Formentor built between 24 November 2020 and 24 November 2020 may be included. SEAT estimates 1 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 47R4 or the DVSA reference R/2021/322. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cupra Formentor, Cupra LeonOn certain vehicles with electromechanical brake servo and DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) of a limited production period there is a possibility that a heat protection mat was incorrectly fitted. In individual cases the brake fluid reservoir can melt and cause a brake fluid leak into the engine compartment | Urgent | R/2024/026 | |
| Cupra Formentor, LeonIn certain vehicles within a range of specified VINs it has been detected that an engine support that did not receive the correct heat treatment may have been fitted | Low | R/2023/294 | |
| Cupra FormentorThere is a possibility that impact sensors for rear airbags have been installed that do not correspond to the documented parts | Urgent | R/2023/047 | |
| Cupra Formentor, LeonThe front seat belts are not properly anchored | Urgent | R/2021/324 | |
| Cupra FormentorThe front assist is not configured correctly | Low | R/2021/009 |
This is one of 72 SEAT recalls in DVSA’s data. The SEAT recall launched before it was R/2021/324 on 31 Aug 2021, for the front seat belts are not properly anchored. The one launched after it was R/2021/407 on 10 Nov 2021, for it is possible that the rear knuckle fastening screw does not have the corrct tightening…. You can also see every SEAT recall, all recalls launched in 2021 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/322, launched 10 September 2021. 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.