Skoda Auto India has announced a recall affecting a limited number of its flagship SUV, the Kodiaq. According to information on the website of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), a total of 221 units are part of the exercise. These vehicles were manufactured between March 10, 2025 and December 8, 2025.
Skoda Kodiaq recall : What is it, is your car affected?
The recall has been initiated due to concerns about the structure of the front seat. Specifically, the problem is with the edge of the inner frame of the front seats. This defect could potentially affect the performance of the side airbags in the event of deployment. In a crash scenario, this could reduce the effectiveness of the side airbags, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Skoda is expected to proactively contact owners of affected vehicles in the coming weeks. The Company will conduct a detailed inspection and take necessary corrective actions at no cost to the Customer.The current generation Kodiaq, which was introduced in India in April 2025, is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. This unit produces 204 hp and 320 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 7-speed DCT, and the SUV comes standard across variants with an all-wheel drive system. Skoda claims an ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 14.86 kmpl for the model.Owners of the affected units are advised to wait for official communication from Skoda and get the issue resolved at authorized service centers after being informed.
