Volkswagen has issued an pressing nationwide recall for 25 729 Polo Vivo automobiles in South Africa because of a possible handbrake security fault.
The recall impacts vehicles offered between February 2025 and February 2026, after it was found that the rivet top on the handbrake lever could also be out of specification. If defective, the handbrake might not interact correctly or may disengage unexpectedly, posing a severe danger, particularly when parked on an incline.
House owners are urged to behave instantly by taking their automobiles to any authorised Volkswagen dealership for inspection and repairs, which will probably be finished for free of charge.
Precautions for Polo Vivo house owners
Volkswagen has suggested house owners of the affected automobiles to take extra precautions till their vehicles have been inspected and repaired.
Drivers ought to make sure the car is parked with additional security measures, comparable to choosing first gear for handbook automobiles or “P” for automated fashions, as said within the proprietor’s handbook.
House owners are additionally suggested to not park their automobiles on slopes, whether or not uphill or downhill, till the inspection has been accomplished.
Free inspections and repairs
The NCC stated it’s intently monitoring the recall to make sure full compliance with the Client Safety Act and to guard shoppers.
“Given the excessive potential dangers of the defect, house owners of affected automobiles are urged to right away get their automobiles to any authorised VW dealership for inspection. Any inspection and related repairs will probably be finished for free of charge to the car house owners”, stated Performing Commissioner Hardin Ratshisusu.
Car house owners can contact authorised Volkswagen dealerships nationwide to rearrange an inspection.
