ŠKoda Kodiaq Recall R/2026/083: Seat Backrest Frame Cover, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 20 Feb 2026
- Launched
- 3,572
- vehicles in the UK
- 72SG
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Škoda recalled Kodiaq vehicles built between 23 October 2024 and 17 May 2025. Škoda Auto has discovered that there is a risk with the Kodiaq model from a limited production period that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. The dealer will fit sharp edge protection for the inner frame of the front seats to prevent damage to the integrity of the side airbag when it is deployed. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Škoda Auto has discovered that there is a risk with the Kodiaq model from a limited production period that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. This situation may reduce the protective effect of the side airbag which could result in an increased risk of injury to passengers in the event of an accident.For safety reasons your vehicle must be repaired. We strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Škoda service center as soon as possible to arrange a repair date. In the first instance we ask that you contact your local ŠKODA authorised repairer as soon as possible to make an appointment. The ŠKODA authorised repairer closest to you can be found on https://tools.skoda.co.uk/find-a-retailer.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Seat backrest frame cover Defect: Škoda Auto has discovered that there is a risk with the Kodiaq model from a limited production period that the edge of the inner frame of the front seats may compromise the integrity of the side airbag when activated. This situation may reduce the protective effect of the side airbag which could result in an increased risk of injury to passengers in the event of an accident.For safety reasons your vehicle must be repaired. We strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Škoda service center as soon as possible to arrange a repair date. In the first instance we ask that you contact your local ŠKODA authorised repairer as soon as possible to make an appointment. The ŠKODA authorised repairer closest to you can be found on https://tools.skoda.co.uk/find-a-retailer Remedy: The vehicle will be fitted with sharp edge protection for the inner frame of the front seats to prevent damage to the integrity of the side airbag when it is deployed.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in an increased risk of injury to passengers in the event of an accident.For safety reasons your vehicle must be repaired.
The Fix
The dealer will fit sharp edge protection for the inner frame of the front seats to prevent damage to the integrity of the side airbag when it is deployed.
Are You Affected?
Kodiaq built between 23 October 2024 and 17 May 2025 may be included. Škoda estimates 3,572 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 72SG or the DVSA reference R/2026/083. 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, 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 | |
| Kodiaq, Octavia, SuperbEngine compartment covers could come loose from their attachment | Low | R/2022/075 | |
| KodiaqThere may have been an insufficient weld connection between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate | Urgent | R/2021/016 | |
| Karoq, Kodiaq, SuperbToo little torque may be provided by the engine at low engine speeds | Low | R/2019/303 | |
| Karoq, KodiaqPossible crack on the frame of the left front seat | Low | R/2019/214 |
This is one of 61 Škoda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Škoda recall launched before it was R/2026/002 on 18 Jul 2025, for takata drivers side front airbag. The one launched after it was R/2026/342 on 2 Sep 2026, for replacing TAKATA driver airbag. You can also see every Škoda recall, the Škoda Kodiaq recall history, all recalls launched in 2026 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/083, launched 20 February 2026. 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.