NHTSA recall 18V803000
Seats · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Details
What's 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.
Why it matters: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2018 Audi Rs 3, 2018 Volkswagen E-Golf, 2018 Volkswagen Golf R.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V803000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.