2018 Audi A3 Sedan Safety Ratings

US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:	18V803000
Mfg's Report Date:	NOV 13, 2018
Component:	SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected:	169

Summary:
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.

Consequence:
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.

Remedy:
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).

Dates of Manufacture:
JUN 07, 2018 to JUL 10, 2018

Manufacturer Recall Number:
VW 72H8 / Audi 72H9