Recall 19V415000: 2019 Audi A8

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jun 5, 2019
Vehicles affected
66
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with rear relaxation seats. The front passenger seat track rivet may fail and cause the spindle bracket to separate.

The risk

A failure of the seat track rivet increases the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72J3.

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

  • 2019 Audi A8

Details

NHTSA campaign
19V415000
Manufacturer campaign
72J3
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Owner letters
Jul 25, 2019
Components
Seats (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