Quick Facts at a Glance
- Recall Date
- March 5, 2026
- Hazard Level
- HIGH
- Brand
- Volkswagen
- Category
- Vehicles & Parts
- Sold At
- Unknown
- At-Risk Groups
- GENERAL
What to Do Now
Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.
Immediate steps
- 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
- 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
- 3Follow the official remedy from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
- 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.
Check these identifiers
- Brand
- Volkswagen
- Product type
- Electric Minivan
- Model numbers
- ID. BUZZ
- Sold at
- Unknown
Recall Timeline
Key dates and source checks for this recall record.
Recall announced
March 5, 2026
Reported by NHTSA
March 5, 2026
RecallRadar source check
April 18, 2026
Consumer action
Use the official remedy and keep documentation.
Hazard Information
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.
What You Should Do
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.
About This Product
The ID. BUZZ is Volkswagen’s electric minivan aimed at family travel and multi-passenger use. It features a flexible 3-row seating system intended for up to three in the rear bench in some configurations.
Why This Is Dangerous
The rear bench’s width accommodates three seats but is only equipped with two seat belts. In a crash, more occupants could be unrestrained, increasing injury risk.
Industry Context
This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern.
Real-World Impact
Owners must avoid using the rear seat with more than two passengers until repaired. The fix is a no-cost dealer-installed trim adjustment.
Practical Guidance
How to identify if yours is affected
- 1) Locate the VIN on your VW ID. BUZZ
- 2) Check if the recall 72LC applies by contacting VW or visiting safercar.gov
- 3) Call your dealer to schedule service and reference recall 72LC
Where to find product info
VIN lookup and recall status at safercar.gov or 1-800-893-5298 for VW
What timeline to expect
Repair is performed at a dealer service appointment. Scheduling may vary by location
If the manufacturer is unresponsive
- Escalate to VW customer service at 1-800-893-5298
- File a complaint with NHTSA via safestcar.gov/recalls if no response within a reasonable time
How to prevent similar issues
- When buying a three-row vehicle, confirm that there are three seat belts for the rear row and that the belt count matches seating capacity
- Monitor NHTSA recall listings for your model and year
- Ask for recall status documentation from the dealer before delivery
Documentation advice
Keep recall notice, VIN, service appointment records, and any correspondence with VW or the dealer
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Product Details
Model: ID. BUZZ. Year: 2025. Make: Volkswagen. Sold at: Unknown. When sold: Unknown. Price: Unknown. Recall number: 72LC. Component: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.
Reported Incidents
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
Key Facts
- 72LC recall number
- 2025 model year ID. BUZZ
- Rear bench seats designed for 3, but belted for 2
- Free dealer remedy: trim installation
- Letters mailed June 20, 2025
- NHTSA recall page: 25V269000
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