Recall 19V095000: 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2018 Audi RS 3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 13, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 3,326
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72I8.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet
- 2018 Audi RS 3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V095000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 72I8
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 7, 2019
- Components
- Seats:mid/rear assembly (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology