Volkswagen has announced a recall for over 21,000 units of the Taigun and Virtus in India due to a potential safety issue with the rear seatbelts, which may not function properly. As per the SIAM website, the affected units were manufactured between May 24, 2024 and April 1, 2025. This concern was identified during the ongoing quality inspection.
This isn’t the first recall for these models—38 units were pulled back in 2024 over missing welds on suspension arms, which posed a stability risk.
Reason for Recall
The recall has been announced due to a serious safety concern with the rear seatbelts. In the event of a front collision, the rear centre and right passenger seatbelt latch plates may break, compromising passenger safety. This may lead to serious injuries in case of accidents or even death in some conditions.
As with any recall, Volkswagen will soon contact owners of affected vehicles to schedule a date for inspection. We believe the affected part will be replaced free of cost. Until the issue is resolved, we recommend avoiding the use of the rear seats for safety reasons.
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Safety Features In VW Taigun and Virtus
Based on the same MQB-A0-IN platform, both the Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus are 5-star rated car by Global NCAP in terms of safety. They come equipped with amenities like 6 airbags (as standard), ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold assist, ISOFIX child seat mounts, rain-sensing wipers, and rear parking sensors along with a camera.
Currently, Volkswagen retails the Taigun between Rs 11.80 lakh and Rs 19.83 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Virtus costs from Rs 11.56 lakh to Rs 19.40 lakh (ex-showroom).
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