NHTSA Recall 25V269000: Mid/rear assembly (seats)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,644 vehicles. It affects 2025 Volkswagen Id. Buzz.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V269000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 72LC |
| Component | SEATS › MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 15, 2025 |
| Owner notification | June 20, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 ID. BUZZ vehicles. The third-row rear bench is wide enough for three passengers, but is designed for two passengers and equipped with two seat belts. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Safety risk
In the event that more than two passengers sit in the rear bench seat, there would not be enough seat belts, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install trim to adjust the width of the third-row rear seats, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72LC.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V269000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Id. Buzz | 2025 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.