Originally Posted by
oldvolvo
I've also had this happen where I could select the upgrade seats before I was charged but eventually you will be charged. You may have to call AA to reconfirm your credit card information. However, it is always a nice surprise when you can unexpectedly select your seats for the upgrade!
Yes, but doesn't it always say something like "Ticket pending" when you view flight online, when it's the middle of this kind of upgrade which requires reticketing?
If so, that would seem to be a big clue as to whether that's what going on.