SEAT Cupra Formentor, Cupra Leon Recall R/2024/026: On Certain Vehicles With Electromechanical Brake Servo And DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox) Of A…, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 26 Jan 2024
- Launched
- 2,499
- vehicles in the UK
- 47U6
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
SEAT recalled Cupra Formentor, Cupra Leon vehicles built between 16 October 2020 and 31 March 2022. 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. The recall notice describes the fix as: a check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and an additional heat shield installed. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: On 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. Defect: On 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. Remedy: A check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and an additional heat shield installed.�
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: on 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.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: a check of the installation of the heat protection mat on affected vehicles will be conducted. If necessary the correct heat shield condition will be restored and an additional heat shield installed.
Are You Affected?
Cupra Formentor, Cupra Leon built between 16 October 2020 and 31 March 2022 may be included. SEAT estimates 2,499 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.
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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 47U6 or the DVSA reference R/2024/026. 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, 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 FormentorThe input rod bolt connection between the electronic brake servo and the brake pedal may come loose | Urgent | R/2021/322 | |
| 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/2023/294 on 16 Oct 2023, for in certain vehicles within a range of specified VINs it has been detected that an engine…. The one launched after it was R/2024/116 on 7 Mar 2024, for replacement of curtain airbag. You can also see every SEAT recall, all recalls launched in 2024 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2024/026, launched 26 January 2024. 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.