ŠKoda Citigo Recall R/2013/059: Side Airbag Diagnostic Function Disabled, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 3 May 2013
- Launched
- 1,563
- vehicles in the UK
- 69J8
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Škoda recalled Citigo vehicles built between 14 January 2013 and 19 March 2013. Some vehicles may be fitted with airbag control units with incorrect parameters programmed. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to re programme the airbag control unit. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Some vehicles may be fitted with airbag control units with incorrect parameters programmed. On these vehicles the diagnostic function for the side crash sensors is deactivated resulting in potential faults not being recognised and the airbag warning not illuminating.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SIDE AIRBAG DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION DISABLED Defect: Some vehicles may be fitted with airbag control units with incorrect parameters programmed. On these vehicles the diagnostic function for the side crash sensors is deactivated resulting in potential faults not being recognised and the airbag warning not illuminating. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re programme the airbag control unit.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in potential faults not being recognised and the airbag warning not illuminating.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected to re programme the airbag control unit.
Are You Affected?
Citigo built between 14 January 2013 and 19 March 2013 may be included. Škoda estimates 1,563 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Škoda, 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 Škoda.
- Book with any franchised Škoda dealer, quoting the campaign code 69J8 or the DVSA reference R/2013/059. See how to get a Škoda 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citigo, Fabia, Octavia, Rapid and 3 moreTakata drivers side front airbag | Urgent | R/2026/002 | |
| Citigo, Fabia, Kodiaq, Octavia and 3 moreOn affected vehicles from a certain production period there is a possibility that the gas generator cover could be damaged when the driver's airbag is activated | Urgent | R/2023/086 | |
| CitigoTowing eye in the vehicle tool kit may detach during use | Urgent | R/2017/348 | |
| CitigoPanoramic sunroof may detach | Low | R/2016/219 | |
| Citigo, Octavia, RapidManual child locks on rear passenger doors may disengage without warning | Book soon | R/2016/158 |
This is one of 61 Škoda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Škoda recall launched before it was R/2011/171 on 15 Dec 2011, for fuel may leak. The one launched after it was R/2014/143 on 5 Dec 2014, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Škoda recall, all recalls launched in 2013 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2013/059, launched 3 May 2013. 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.