NHTSA recall 19V-415 (19V415000)

seats recall reported June 5, 2019 - about 66 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number: 19V415000
Also written as: 19V-415
Manufacturer number: 72J3
Reported: June 5, 2019
Vehicles affected: ~66
Component: seats

What is being recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with rear relaxation seats. The front passenger seat track rivet may fail and cause the spindle bracket to separate.

Why it is dangerous

A failure of the seat track rivet increases the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72J3.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-415 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Audi A8 - 2019

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