2015 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET

5 recalls, 109 complaints - 664 TSBs

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and de... Read more

Consequence

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.

138,896 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Audi A3 1.8T FWD S tronic and 2.0T Quattro S tronic vehicles. The safety certification label has an incorrect vehicle production date. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certific... Read more

Consequence

In the event of a vehicle safety recall, an incorrect production date may prevent owners from determining if the recall affects them, increasing their risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct vehicle production date, free of charge. The recall June 23, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51F5.

2,091 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.

Consequence

As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this rec... Read more

110,042 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, LLC (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet vehicles manufactured June 5, 2014, to April 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driver or front passenger seat whose cover may be incorrectly stitched, preventing the side air bag from properly d... Read more

Consequence

Improper side air bag deployment may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's and/or front passenger's seatback cover, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on February 4, 2016. The recall began on February 29, 2016 . Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's n... Read more

904 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and GTI manufactured on February 17, 2014, to May 22, 2014, and Audi A3 manufactured on February 16, 2013, to April 23, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in... Read more

Consequence

If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi at 1-800-253-2834.

6,205 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

109 total complaints 3 crashes

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
AIR BAGS	38
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	10
ENGINE	9
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	7
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	5
POWER TRAIN	5
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	5
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	4
WHEELS	4
SERVICE BRAKES	3

Incident date: Jul 17, 2023

Service engine soon light came on, repair shop said I needed a tune up and could still drive ok. Broke down. Got that done and still engine light on so transmission fluid changed too. Now repair shop says it’s the transmission and clutch assembly that the dealer recalled and fixed a few years ago... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was m... Read more

Incident date: Mar 22, 2021

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer... Read more

Incident date: Oct 20, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted several times. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount o... Read more

Incident date: Oct 11, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated while reversing out his driveway, the steering wheel firm and hard to turn. The contact noticed that an unknown warning light was illuminated. Additionally, there was a message stating “Do not Drive”. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the... Read more

Incident date: Oct 17, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall r... Read more

Incident date: Sep 21, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was m... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer had been notified about the issue on multiple occasions and each time informed the contact that parts were not... Read more

Incident date: Aug 20, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undetermined speed, the fuel level decreased. The driver noticed that fuel was pouring out of the vehicle. The driver added fuel to the vehicle and continued driving. The vehicle was parked for several days.... Read more

Incident date: Aug 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the... Read more

Incident date: Mar 22, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stat... Read more

Incident date: May 21, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the repair failed to fix the vehicle. The contact stated that the manufacturer failed to repair the vehicle in a timely ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the passenger’s side air bag off warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed; however, the dealer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact stated that the failure was... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2019

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer wa... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufactur... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer and Audi Stratham (58 Portsmouth Ave, Stratham, NH 03885) were contacted and confirmed that parts were not ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stat... Read more

Incident date: Sep 17, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH with her son sitting in the front passenger’s side seat, the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2020

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the airbag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed t... Read more

Incident date: Dec 7, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that she was able to remove the key from the ignition switch even though the gear selector was not in the PARK position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer installed a microswitch. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was mad... Read more

Incident date: Aug 16, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the contact noticed that the fuel door was sticking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with a faulty fuel actuator which needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer w... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called Audi Fort Lauderdale (1200 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, (954) 545-4650) and Audi North Miami(19... Read more

Incident date: Aug 24, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that she noticed there was fuel leaking on the ground while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the adapt system solenoid and charcoal canister was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware... Read more

Incident date: Jun 24, 2021

Incident date: Jul 1, 2020

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated that the passenger occupant detection system (PODS) had failed to operate with a passenger seated in the front passenger’s seat. The contact then received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the rec... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2021

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact discovered that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified about the recall however, the contact was informed that the parts were ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 21, 2019

I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK ON THE SUNROOF GUIDE RAIL BEZEL IN THE FRONT CORNER OF SUN ROOF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ON THE BLACK TRIM PART ABOUT A WEEK AGO. TODAY I NOTICED THE CRACK TO BE ABOUT 2" LONG AND THE BLACK TRIM SEPARATED ALLOWING WATER TO GO UNDERNEATH THE ROOF OF THE CAR. I ALSO NOTICED TODAY TH... Read more

Incident date: Oct 15, 2019

I OWN A 2015 AUDI A3.AUDI RECENTLY HAD A RECALL (#69Z4) TO ADDRESS AN ISSUE WITH THEIR PODS SENSOR SYSTEM. AUDI CLAIMED THE FIX AS A REVISED WIRING CONNECTION AND CABLE ROUTING. MY A3 EXPERIENCED THE EXACT SYMPTOMS AND ISSUES THE RECALL COVERED. I TOOK IT IN FOR REPAIR HOWEVER IMMEDIATELY AFTER PICK... Read more

Incident date: Oct 8, 2019

AUDI RECENTLY HAD A RECALL (#69Z4) TO ADDRESS AN ISSUE WITH THEIR PODS SENSOR SYSTEM. AUDI CLAIMED THE FIX AS A REVISED WIRING CONNECTION AND CABLE ROUTING. MY A3 EXPERIENCED THE EXACT SYMPTOMS AND ISSUES THE RECALL COVERED. I TOOK IT IN FOR REPAIR HOWEVER IMMEDIACY AFTER PICKING UP THE CAR THE I... Read more

Incident date: Oct 8, 2019

Incident date: Aug 30, 2019

CAR ENGINE STOPPED WORKING WHILE IN MOVING DOWN THE ROAD. THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE ABOVE 10 MILES PER HOUR. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHOUT WARNING AS THE CAR STOPPED FUNCTIONING. PASSENGER AIR BAG WAS DISENGAGED AND INDICATED IT WOULD NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH A PASSENGER WAS SITTING IN THE ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 30, 2019

Incident date: Sep 11, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V474000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AUDI BELLEVUE (1533 120TH AVE NE, BELLEVUE, WA 98005, (425) 249-7388) WAS CO... Read more

Incident date: Aug 29, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER HUSBAND WHO OWNS A 2015 AUDI A3. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN MARCH OF 2019. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND ATTEMPTED TO REVERSE THE VEHICLE CLOSER TO THE CURB. WHEN THE DRIVER SHIFTED INTO DRIV... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Aug 29, 2019

Crash

Incident date: Aug 29, 2019

Crash

Incident date: Aug 1, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A3. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH MEANT THE AIR BAG WAS DEACTIVATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. AUDI OF MEADOW LANDS(425 ROUTE 3, EAST SECAUCUS, NJ 07094) WAS NOTIF... Read more

Incident date: Jun 17, 2019

THE PASSENGER AIR BAG IS OFF AND IT'S BEEN MORE THAN 2 MONTHS THAT REMEDY IS NOT YET AVAILABLE. IT'S A BIG SAFETY ISSUE

Incident date: Jun 20, 2019

MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER69Z4 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER19V474 RECALL STATUSRECALL INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE. VEHICLE HAS SINCE FAILED VIRGINIA STATE INSPECTION AND IS NEEDED ON A DAILY BASIS TO GET TO AND FROM WORK.

Incident date: May 1, 2019

AUDI RECALLED THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) BUT HAS NOT RELEASED A REMEDY YET. MY CAR'S SYSTEM IS DEFECTIVE LEADING TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG BEING PERMANENTLY TURNED OFF MAKING IT VERY UNSAFE FOR PASSENGERS. THE LOCAL DEALER REFUSED TO FIX IT WITHOUT A REMEDY BEING AVAILABLE. AUDI NE... Read more

Incident date: Jul 8, 2019

"PODS RECALL" WE TOOK OUR CAR IN FOR INSPECTION AND WE WERE TOLD THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM TO THE AIR BAG NEEDS TO BE BEEFED UP BECAUSE WITHOUT THE RIGHT WIRING CONNECTION IT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS PROBLEM IF ACCIDENT OCCURS. THIS HASN'T HIT THE RECALL LIST YET BUT IT'S COMING. IF THE MANUFACTURER KNOW... Read more

Incident date: Jul 8, 2019

Incident date: Jun 1, 2019

EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION CAR HAS 2,300 MILES LEFT TO THE 10K OIL SERVICE CHECK CHANGE AND SHOWING LOW OIL. THIS IS NOT NORMAL AUDI IS TRYING TO SAY TO JUST TOP OFF THE OIL, YET EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION WILL CAUSE THE CAR TO NEED ENGINE REPLACEMENT EARLIER THAN IT SHOULD AT ABOUT 70-80-100K MILES ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2019

Incident date: Nov 9, 2017

WHILE DRIVING CONTI PRO CONTACT TIRES 225/40R/18 92HXL WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE THREAD SEPERATED CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOW OUT. LOSING CONTROL AND ALMOST CRASHING THE VEHICLE. I WAS LEFT STRAINED UNTIL TOW TRUCK ARRIVED AT THE SCENCE.

Incident date: Nov 9, 2017

Incident date: Oct 1, 2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED AND THEN REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V824000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUDI CALABASAS (24650 CALABASAS RD, CALABASAS, CA 91302, (818) 574-3... Read more

Incident date: Jan 17, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A3. WHILE A PASSENGER WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, SIGNALING THAT THE AIR BAG WAS DEACTIVATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. AUDI OKLAHOMA CITY (LOCATED AT 13000 BROADWAY EXT, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73114,... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2015 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S6) (Front-Wheel Drive)	24.0	35.0	28.0	Premium	$2,700

CO2 Emissions: 314.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET

664 manufacturer communications from 461 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	91
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	74
350000 EQUIPMENT	62
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	41
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	31
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	25
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	23
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	20

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin contains details on conditions for replacing the water pump and/or thermostat housing. 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet, 2017-2018 S3 Cabriolet, 2018-2019 A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2013--2019 TTR

140000 AIR BAGS

This bulletin contains instructions for when the airbag warning is illuminated and DTC B13BCF2 is stored. 2015-2020 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, 2018-2020 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin contains repair instructions for leaking shock absorbers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Body components - Examples of customer misuse

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin contains instructions for enabling text message notifications through the MMI system.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This communication explains the terms of the extended emissions warranty for Gen 3 TDI A3 vehicles. Revised September 18, 2019 to include information about vehicles with a totaled status, and revised "Loaner Vehicle Applicability" statement

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions

262000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: DYNAMIC BRAKE SUPPORT/BRAKE ASSIST

This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Infotainment System Software - Security Patch - Revised Also includes 2015 A3 Cabriolet, 2016 TT Roadster, A3 Cabriolet, A3 Sportback

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Infotainment System Software - Security Patch - Revised Also includes 2015 A3 Cabriolet, 2016 TT Roadster, 2015-2016 A3 Cabriolet, 2016 A3 Sportback

091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. Also A3 Cabriolet 2015-2021, A3 Sportback 2016-2018, 2005 A4 Cabriolet , 2005-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2010-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021

353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

This bulletin contains instructions for when the anti-theft alarm went off for no reason or did not go off. Includes A3 Cabriolet 2015-2020, 2010-2020 A4 Allroad, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, RS5 Cabriolet 2010-2012 and 2018-2020, 2018-2020 S5 S

350000 EQUIPMENT

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical service bulletin provides troubleshootiong and repair instructions for leaking AdBlue with DTCs P20E800, P249C00, and/or P218F00.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map. 2015-2021 A3 2017-2021 A4, Q7, and R8 2018-2021 A5, Q5, and SQ5 2016-2021 TT, TTS, TTRS, and Roadster 2019-2021 A6, A7, A8, Q3, Q8, and Audi e-tron qu

010000 STEERING

This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Infotainment System Software - Security Patch 2015 A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 A3 Cabriolet, A3 Sedan, A3 Sportback, A6 Sedan, A7, Q7, RS7, S3 Sedan, S6, S7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2017 A4 Sedan, Q7, R8 Coupe

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Infotainment System Software ??A???A???A? Security Patch 2015 A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 A3 Cabriolet, A3 Sedan, A3 Sportback, A6 Sedan, A7, Q7, RS7, S3 Sedan, S6, S7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2017 A4 Sedan, Q7, R8 Coupe

350000 EQUIPMENT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering wheel caused by outside influence is not covered under warranty. 2008-2020 A3, 2015-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 2005-2020

011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

114300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK

This bulletin provides instructions for replacing damaged rear lid wiring harnesses.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides instructions for replacing damaged rear lid wiring harnesses.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This informational bulletin contains diagnosis instructions for the N290 fuel metering valve. TDI ONLY

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD Creator program. 2010-2021 A3, 2015-2021 A3 Cabrio, 2010-2016 A3 Sportback, 2010-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2010-2012 A4 Avant, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, 2010

357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements. 2010-2021 A3, 2015-2021 A3 Cabrio, 2010-2016 A3 Sportback, 2010-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2010-2012 A4 Avant, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, 2010

350000 EQUIPMENT

This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading. 2008-2020 A3, 2015-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2008-2016 A3 Sportback, 2008-2020 A4, 2010-2020 A4 allroad, 2008-2012 A4 Avant, 2008-2009 A4 Cabrio, 2010-2020 A5 Ca

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin contains general software update instructions for vehicles with PR Code 7UH. 2016-2020 A3, 2016-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2016 A3 Sportback, 2016-2020 A4, 2016-2020 A4 allroad, 2016-2012 A4 Avant, 2016-2020 A5 Cabrio, 2016-2020 A5 Cou

350000 EQUIPMENT

The part number listed in the document is to be returned and only the superseded part number used going forward.

033210 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

The part number listed in the document is to be returned and only the superseded part number used going forward.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2

150000 SEAT BELTS

140000 AIR BAGS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical service bulletin provides a software code for correcting an issue that causes DTC P046100.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the MIL is on and the DTC P045600 is stored in the ECM. This document also applies to the 2015 A3 Cabriolet and the 2015 A4 Cabriolet.

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the MIL is on and the DTC P045600 is stored in the ECM. This document also applies to the 2015 A3 Cabriolet and the 2015 A4 Cabriolet.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin clarifies how to claim AdBlue on warranty claims.

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

This bulletin clarifies how to claim AdBlue on warranty claims.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides instructions for replacing damaged rear lid wiring harnesses.

114300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK

This bulletin provides instructions for replacing damaged rear lid wiring harnesses.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the MIL is on and the DTC P045600 is stored in the ECM. Vehicles also include 2015 A3 Cabriolet and 2012 RS7,

010000 STEERING

This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.

021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT

This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.

185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of Audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, Bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update th

350000 EQUIPMENT

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.

021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.

021530 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

ThIs bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. This only occurs on uneven roads.

021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

ThIs bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. This only occurs on uneven roads.

020000 SUSPENSION

ThIs bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. This only occurs on uneven roads.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This technical service bulletin provides a software code for correcting an issue that causes DTC P046100.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical service bulletin provides a software code for correcting an issue that causes DTC P046100.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.

137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This communication notifies dealers that AWC 17-34 was modified to remove 2.0L vehicles and apply to 3.0L vehicles only.

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This communication notifies dealers that AWC 17-34 was modified to remove 2.0L vehicles and apply to 3.0L vehicles only.

021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Email TDI Repair and IN-FORM Tool Enhancement

350000 EQUIPMENT

Email-Important TDI Announcement Final Months of 2.0L Claims Programs

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

This technical service bulletin provides repair instructions for the all-wheel drive coupling.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This technical service bulletin provides repair instructions for the all-wheel drive coupling.

350000 EQUIPMENT

Part numbers listed are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided in the document.

021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT

This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. This only occurs on uneven roads.

022000 SUSPENSION:REAR

This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. This only occurs on uneven roads.

356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This bulletin contains a software update for DTC B200087.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin contains a software update for DTC B200087.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.

021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This bulletin contains repair instructions for the second part of Campaign 23Y9.

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This bulletin contains repair instructions for the second part of Campaign 23Y9.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Email-Audi TDI-Customer Modificaion Amenities

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

The Environmental Protection Agency and California Air Resources Board have determined that Audi A3 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L 4-cylinder TDI engine do not comply with applicable emissions regulations. The emissions control systems on t

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AUDI A3 CABRIOLET - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the AUDI A3 CABRIOLET across all model years (2015, 2019).

17 Total Recalls

202 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

3 Reported Crashes

4 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

AUDI A3 CABRIOLET - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2019	1	4	View
2018	5	12	View
2017	3	31	View
2016	3	46	View
2015 (current)	5	109

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