Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
AUDI
Model Of Vehicle
A3
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V803000
Component Description
Seats:Mid/Rear Assembly
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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).
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20180608
End Of Manufacture
20180711
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
169
Date Owners Notified
20181228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20181114
Make Campaign Number
VW 72H8 / Audi 72H9