REC-000054

active

2018 AUDI A3

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Audi Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 28 May 2019

Defect

Due to a processing error, the locking pin securing the head restraint may be missing on individual head restraints for the rear centre seat.

Hazard

If the centre rear seat is occupied in an accident, the centre head restraint may detach from the guide pins. There may be increased risk of injury to the passenger in this seat as the support and protection functions of the head restraint may not perform as expected.

Remedy

Audi Australia Pty Ltd will contact all known owners of affected vehicles. Consumers should contact their nearest Audi Dealer to arrange for inspection and replacement of the head restraint, if necessary. For any queries or concerns, please contact the Audi Australia 24-hour toll free number 1800 50 AUDI (2834).

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Audi Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au