- Skoda Auto India recalls 221 Kodiaq SUVs over front seat inner frame defect
- Affected units were manufactured between March 10 and December 8, 2025
- Defect may reduce side airbag effectiveness, increasing injury risk in collisions
Skoda Auto India has issued a recall for its flagship SUV, the Skoda Kodiaq, over a defect related to the inner frame of the front seats. According to the official disclosure, a total of 221 units manufactured between March 10 and December 8, 2025, are affected by this recall.
As per details available on the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers website, the issue lies in the edge of the inner frame of the front seats. This defect may compromise the protection reliability of the side airbags when deployed. In the event of a collision, this could reduce the effectiveness of the side airbag, thereby increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
The second-generation Kodiaq was launched in India in April last year and continues to serve as the brand's flagship offering in the domestic market. It is powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder TSI turbo-petrol engine paired with a 7-speed DSG (dual-clutch automatic) transmission, with an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system offered as standard.
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In terms of performance, the SUV produces 201 bhp and 320 Nm of peak torque. The Kodiaq was initially introduced with a three-row seating layout and offered in two trims-Sportline and Selection L&K. Later, the company expanded the lineup with a more accessible two-row 'Lounge' variant.
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Pricing for the Kodiaq varies depending on the variant and configuration. The SUV is currently priced between Rs 39.99 lakh and Rs 45.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Meanwhile, specific trims such as the Sportline and L&K variants are listed at Rs 46.89 lakh and Rs 48.69 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.
Positioned in the premium SUV segment, the Kodiaq competes with models like the Volkswagen Tayron, which shares its underpinnings.
Owners of the affected units are expected to be contacted by the manufacturer, with necessary inspections and corrective measures likely to be carried out as part of the recall process.