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Recall 18V-803

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and 3 other models: Seats (mid/rear assembly).

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-803
Reported
November 14, 2018
Vehicles affected
169 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

If the guide sleeves are incorrectly welded, in the event of a crash, the rear seat head restraints may have reduced stability, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

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-[removed] or Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72H8 (VW) and 72H9(Audi).

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles