Volvo Australia urgently recalls almost 25,000 cars over a potentially DEADLY seat belt fault - here's if your vehicle is affected

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Volvo Australia has recalled almost 25,000 cars over a potentially deadly seat belt fault.

The recall was issued nationwide on Wednesday due to a defect in seven models that were sold between June 1, 2006 and August 1, 2019.

The fault could mean passengers are not properly restrained and could be thrown from the vehicle in the event of a crash.

Pictured: Stock image of the Volvo XC70, one of the affected vehilces 

Product Safety Australia said the defect affects 24,977 cars, which were sold across the country.

'The flexible steel cable connected to the seat belts on the outboard side of the front seats may fatigue and separate from the seat belt, resulting in the seat belt not restraining the occupant properly,' a statement read.

'If the occupant is not properly restrained, there is an increased risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.'

The safety watchdog said Volvo will contact the owners of affected vehicles. 

'[Volvo will] advise that replacement parts are not expected to be available until after October 2020 and how to secure the front seat belt while waiting for parts to arrive.

'When parts become available, affected owners should book their vehicle in to have the seat belt fasteners replaced.'

The safety watchdog also said Volvo will contact the owners of affected vehicles. Pictures: stock image of Volvo XC60