Audi A8 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 5, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalls 2019 Audi A8

Recall number

19V415000

Brand / firm

Audi

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 66 units

Why it was recalled

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

What was 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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.