SEAT Alhambra recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 13 safety recalls naming the SEAT Alhambra, launched from 1997 to 2025. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
SEAT Alhambra recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 13
- 1997 to 2025
- Latest recall
- 23 July 2025
- R/2025/348
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every SEAT Alhambra recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Takata front drivers or passenger airbag replacement
R/2025/348, launched 23 July 2025. Also covers the Altea, Exeo, Leon
Defect: Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Issue: The front airbag in your SEAT vehicle contains an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. Risk: If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle. Immediate Action Required: Stop driving your vehicle immediately. Contact the SEAT Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm) to arrange your recall service. Mobility assistance is available if needed.
Remedy: For important safety reasons it is necessary to replace the inflator or driver/passenger seat’s airbag module of your vehicle.
Drivers side front airbag
R/2024/285, launched 16 July 2024. Also covers the Altea, Leon, Toledo
Defect: On affected vehicles a deterioration of the driver airbag propellant could occur. In the event of an accident and the activation of the driver airbag fragments of the generator housing could become detached and injure the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: The driver side front airbag gas generator must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
Driver's side front airbag
R/2024/160, launched 10 April 2024. Also covers the Altea, Leon
Defect: On affected vehicles a deterioration of the driver airbag propellant could occur. In the event of an accident and the activation of the driver airbag fragments of the generator housing could become detached and injure the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: The driver side front airbag gas generator must be replaced in all affected vehicles.
Front driver airbag replacement
R/2023/273, launched 11 September 2023. Also covers the Ateca, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo
Defect: In vehicles produced in a specific period with airbags from manufacturer Takata in the event of an accident with airbag activation the driver airbag gas generator housing may explode.
Remedy: Inspect the driver’s airbag and replace it if necessary.
A CONDENSER MAY FAIL DUE TO INADEQUATE HEAT TREATMENT IN THE AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT
R/2019/422, launched 5 December 2019, 1,634 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: A condenser may fail because of inadequate heat treatment in the airbag control unit.
Remedy: The Airbag Control Unit must be reprogrammed in all affected vehicles.
STARTER MOTOR MAY MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT
R/2018/060, launched 7 March 2018, 1,943 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Altea, Ibiza, Leon
Defect: On vehicles with diesel engines and stop/start system the starter motor may be permanently activated because the return spring in the solenoid switch is bent or broken. If the permanent current supply to the starter motor is not noticed overheating of the component with local scorching damage and a vehicle fire is possible.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the solenoid switch.
PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED
R/2018/032, launched 29 January 2018, 24 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: Due to a process deviation in the production front passenger airbag module the connection between detonator and generator may not be sufficient. This may cause the airbag not to deploy as intended.
Remedy: On affected vehicles replace the front passenger air bag module with a correctly manufactured version.
SIDE AIRBAG GAS GENERATOR CANISTER MAY FAIL
R/2016/064, launched 6 April 2016, 35 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the dates of manufacture for the left and or right side airbags. Where a possibly affected airbag is found it will be replaced.
TWIN-MASS FLYWHEEL MAY FAIL AND RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE
R/2006/059, launched 2 June 2006, 1,085 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: It has been advised that the twin-mass flywheel can become damaged because of poor internal installation. This can result in a failure of the twin-mass flywheel and under unfavourable circumstances a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the twin-mass flywheel replaced.
BOLTS OF THE TANDEM FUEL PUMP COVER MAY BREAK
R/2004/212, launched 18 February 2005, 5,492 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Altea, Cordoba, Ibiza, Leon, Toledo
Defect: It is advised that on some vehicles fitted with a 3 and 4 cylinder pump injector engine the bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break due to a bolt production fault. As a result the pump housing will not be tight and a diesel fuel leak may occur.
Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the pump checked for being of a certain manufacture. If found to be within the affected range the pump housing cover bolts will be replaced.
WINDSCREEN WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL
R/2002/046, launched 23 July 2002, 437 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The windscreen wiper motor may cease to work because of an electrical software fault.
Remedy: Replace the windscreen wiper motor of all affected vehicles.
POTENTIAL FAILURE OF BATTERY CHARGING CIRCUIT
R/1998/107, launched 15 January 1999, 113 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The power supply of the vehicle can be disrupted without warning (the alternator warning light does not illuminate) due to a break in the wiring loom at the alternator connector.
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit new wiring loom.
OVERHEATING OF BRAKE PADS
R/1996/112, launched 5 February 1997, 463 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The brake servo may not release fully allowing the brake pads to remain in contact with the brake discs. This could result in possible overheating and loss of braking efficiency.
Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for the fitment of an additional pull off spring to the brake servo.
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a SEAT Alhambra, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a SEAT dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.