Vehicle recall R/2023/047

Cupra Formentor recall: There is a possibility that impact sensors for rear airbags have been installed that do

DVSA recall R/2023/047 names the Cupra Formentor. It was launched 6 February 2023. It covers vehicles built 21 November 2022 to 22 November 2022.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2023/047
Launched: 6 February 2023
Issued by: SEAT
Manufacturer reference: 69ES
Vehicles: 2 across the lines below

What can go wrong

There is a possibility that impact sensors for rear airbags have been installed that do not correspond to the documented parts.

The fix

Inspect the vehicle and if necessary replace the impact sensors.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Cupra Formentor	21 November 2022 to 22 November 2022	2

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Other recalls for these models

R/2023/294 In 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. 16 October 2023, Cupra Formentor, SEAT Leon
R/2024/026 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. 26 January 2024, Cupra Formentor, Cupra Leon
R/2021/322 The input rod bolt connection between the electronic brake servo and the brake pedal may come loose 10 September 2021, Cupra Formentor
R/2021/324 The front seat belts are not properly anchored 31 August 2021, Cupra Formentor, SEAT Leon
R/2021/009 The front assist is not configured correctly 9 December 2020, Cupra Formentor

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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