Volkswagen recalls 5,700 ID.Buzz electric vans because their seats are too spacious

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May 3, 2025, 12:00 PM

• •Volkswagen is recalling 2025 ID.Buzz electric vans due to rear seats that can accommodate three people despite only having seatbelts for two, violating safety standards.
• •The recall affects 5,637 vehicles manufactured between September 18, 2024, and February 11, 2025.
• •Volkswagen plans to fix the issue by installing permanent trim to limit the seating surface width.
• •The ID.Buzz, released in the US in November 2024, has a starting price of $60,000 and an EPA-estimated range of 234 miles.

Volkswagen has recalled 2025 ID.Buzz electric vans due to a safety issue with the rear seats. These seats are wide enough to fit three people but only have seatbelts for two, potentially endangering passengers. The recall affects vehicles manufactured between September 2024 and February 2025. Volkswagen will install trim to address the problem, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

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