NHTSA recall 20V-644: Seats

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Reported October 19, 2020 · 1 affected model year

Seats recall

20V-644
October 19, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2020 Audi Q3 vehicle. The driver's seat frame may have incorrectly been bolted to the seat rail.
Safety risk
The incorrect bolt connection could fail, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt connection and, as necessary, replace the seat structure, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72L4.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number20V644000
ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Report dateOctober 19, 2020
ComponentSeats
Fixed over the airNo

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.

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