| Component | SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180522 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V803000 |
| 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). |
| 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. |
Data updated January 2023
2018 Volkswagen e-Golf Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf has atleast 1 recall.Q: What are the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf recalls?
A: The 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf recalls include: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.
A: Yes, the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf has atleast 1 recall.Q: What are the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf recalls?
A: The 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf recalls include: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY.