2018 VOLKSWAGEN e-Golf Recalls

Recall Found

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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.

NHTSA 18V803000

Report Date

14/11/2018

Component

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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 / Corrective Action

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).

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN e-Golf have?

The 2018 VOLKSWAGEN e-Golf currently has 1 recall according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2018 VOLKSWAGEN e-Golf recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2018 VOLKSWAGEN e-Golf vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local VOLKSWAGEN dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2018 VOLKSWAGEN e-Golf has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.