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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V803000

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Published November 19, 2018 · Recall initiated: November 14, 2018

What's the hazard

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf and Golf R vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 vehicles. The rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.

What to do

Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners, and dealers will inspect the guide sleeves for incorrect welds, replacing the rear seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72H8 (VW) and 72H9(Audi).

Recall details

Brand
AUDI
Model
A3 CABRIOLET
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Lot
2018 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET | 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R | 2018 AUDI RS 3 | 2018 VOLKSWAGEN E-GOLF
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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