Recall 19V-095
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and 1 other model: Seats (mid/rear assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-095
- Reported
- February 13, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 3,326 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A3 sedan and RS3 vehicles. The latching pins for the center rear seat head restraint may be missing.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the head restraint may detach and cause injury to the vehicle occupants.
The fix
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, replacing any that are missing pins, free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Audi's number for this recall is 72I8.
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
- Audi A3 Cabriolet 2018
- Audi RS 3 2018