NHTSA (USA)High Risk
2018 AUDI A3 CABRIOLETNHTSA Campaign #19V095000
The official notice
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A3 sedan and RS3 vehicles. The latching pins for the center rear seat head restraint may be missing.
Safety Risk
In the event of a crash, the head restraint may detach and cause injury to the vehicle occupants.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, replacing any that are missing pins, free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72I8.
3,326 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 72I8Updated June 10, 2026