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2018 Volkswagen E-Golf recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2018 Volkswagen E-Golf, covering 169 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Seats: mid/rear assemblyReported November 14, 2018 · 169 vehicles affected
What is 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.
Risk
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).

Recall number 18V803000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2018 Volkswagen E-Golf recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

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How many recalls does the 2018 Volkswagen E-Golf have?

1, covering seats.

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