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2006 Audi A3 repairs by problem area

Engine (45%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 493 repairs.
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2006 Audi A3 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (37%)

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Chart based on 340 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Audi A3

Engine not specified

Audi A3 in Manitoba, Canada
Jul 2014 - Jun 2015
Oct 2014

68400 mi

C $350
Power window control back seat driver side ceased to work 
Audi A3 in Maryland, United States
Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008

48000 mi
Key couldn't be inserted into ignition. Key went in about a quarter of an inch and was being blocked. This then created problems for towing as the steering column couldn't be unlocked to move it out of the space. 
Audi A3 in Georgia, United States
Sep 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011

55000 mi

US $1000
Cracked CV joint on front driver side 
Audi A3 in Texas, United States
Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015

112000 mi
Problem with door lock actuator - doors weren't consistently locking either with key/fob or internal locking mechanism. 
Audi A3 in Kansas, United States
Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015

111000 mi

US $600
Compressor failed 
Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009

41000 mi
Check engine light came on due to sensor failure. Fixed on the second trip. Check engine light came on. Something to do with the richness of the fuel. Fixed after parts ordered. 
Dec 2009

43000 mi
when lock on passenger side front is engaged it makes a loud squealing sound.  

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2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Apr 2012

81840 mi

C $120
A coupling in the exhaust corroded and required replacement. 
Aug 2012

83660 mi

C $1300
AC compressor seized, required replacement. 
Dec 2012

86800 mi

C $900
Sensor in turbo system was not functioning properly, turbo boost was low. Sensor was replaced. 
May 2013

89760 mi

C $1100
Thermostat, temperature sensor, and auxiliary cooling fan all required replacement. 
Apr 2014

96100 mi

C $300
Flexible coupling between engine and muffler developed leaks, required replacement. 
Sep 2014

100440 mi

C $700
AC compressor failed completely and required full replacement. Starter failed completedly and required full replacement. 
Dec 2015

114080 mi

C $3000
Diverter valve in turbo was not functioning correctly, required replacement. Bushings on sway bar were worn. Parts replaced. 
Mar 2016

114700 mi

C $200
Left rear window regulator broke, window was no longer operational, couldn't raise to top. Had to replace with new regulator. 
May 2016

116500 mi

C $150
Noise coming from the front left side. Appeared to be worn wheel bearing. Diagnosis was incorrect. Bearing replaced, noise still there. Final repair yet to be done. 
Jun 2016

118420 mi

C $200
Replaced driver's side CV axle. 
Sep 2016

120900 mi

C $300
Replaced rear shocks. 
Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2010 - Oct 2011
Feb 2011

68000 mi

US $4300
Cam sprocket broke off cam, leading to piston-valve interference while driving at 60MPH. Car had to be towed & required a new head assembly. Cost $4300. 
Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
Mar 2011 - Jul 2018
Oct 2012

103800 mi

US $4900
Transmission failed, required replacement.  Clutch replaced at the same time, as was leaky radiator. 
May 2013

116000 mi

US $350
Replaced passenger rear wheel bearing. 
Aug 2013

120000 mi

US $500
Cooling fan system replaced after plastic radiator cover broke off, jammed cooling fan, and burned out motor. 
Apr 2015

139000 mi

US $1200
Both front CV boots torn.  Among other fuel system part replacements. 
Mar 2018

168000 mi

US $2500
Starter motor failed - replaced. Would have required a tow if two friends hadn't been able to help push start it. 
Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States
Feb 2011 - Jun 2013
Nov 2012

66500 mi

US $250
Replaced left rear wheel bearing 
Jun 2013

70000 mi

US $200
Replaced CV boot 
Audi A3 in Georgia, United States
Feb 2009 - Jun 2018
Mar 2009

58000 mi

US $100
A/C compressor.  Driver CV boot. 
Apr 2009

57000 mi

US $500
Ignition Coils 
Nov 2011

101000 mi
Shop thought it was engine temp sensor, it was not....problem began again 10min after i left the shop replaced thermostat, Audi paid since I had already paid for previous repair, which was not actual problem. Loaner provided, pretty happy with Audi service 
Jun 2012

110000 mi
Check Eng light, 3 diff codes came up: cylndr 1 misfire, cylndr 2 misfire, low fuel. Dealer reset light & said if it came back on may have to clean intake or injectors, I forget. It came back on. Car idles rough @ cold start. Back 2 Dealer.. 
Dec 2012

117000 mi

US $250
Both CV boots torn, replaced and repacked CV joint. Very normal repair given miles. 
Dec 2013

129000 mi

US $220
Rear drivers window, regulator? cable broke 
Aug 2015

150000 mi

US $800
Car was overheating. New thermostat and new small radiator fan. Big fan was ok. 
Nov 2016

165700 mi

US $1000
Replace rear suspension, normal wear and tear item. 
Jun 2017

174000 mi

US $800
Tie-rods and sway bars 
Audi A3 in New Brunswick, Canada
Oct 2011 - Jul 2012
Nov 2011

117800 mi

C $400
Oil Sensor replacement, oil change 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Dec 2005 - Mar 2010
Mar 2007

10000 mi
Made an appointment for a check engine light. A fault code for a "flap" was found in computer and part replaced. Computer code was reflashed while doing this. Computer reflash was unsuccessful. Made two additional trips (reported separtely) The computer reflash made on the previous visit significantly reduced the power and driveability of the car. I stopped by for an hour and came back the next day for repair. Computer was repaired by some software adjustments less than reflash. Driveability 
Audi A3 in Texas, United States
Apr 2008 - Jan 2010
May 2008

20000 mi
Replaced ignition coils after car wouldn't start. Car was still under warranty. Towed to the dealership at no cost. Water sprayed into the engine bay suspected to have caused the failure of the ignition coils. Dealer replaced coils for free. 
Jun 2009

31000 mi
Manual Transmission: Car hard to get into first gear and sometimes popped out of gear. 
Jan 2010 Car sold with transmission problem reported earlier. 
Audi A3 in Arizona, United States
Nov 2011 - Jan 2012
Dec 2011

78000 mi

US $420
Diaphragm on Bypass Valve failed, low turbo boost condition, power down significantly, but still driveable. Dealer replaced Bypass Valve and has been working fine since. 
Audi A3 in Quebec, Canada
Apr 2009 - Jun 2012
Jun 2009

45880 mi
seats - leather was cracked driver seat leather was cracked on both parts lower and back, replaced both, would have cost 2000$CAN to replace if not under warranty 
Jul 2009

46500 mi
Sunroof shade did not slide properly, replaced clips/tracks, would have cost 2000$ if not under warranty. Also the interior driver's door handle making crackling noise and did not spring back in place properly, replaced thereit, would have cost 400$. sun roof shade did not slide properly, replaced clips/tracks, would have cost 2000$ if not under warranty, there was also the interior driver's door handle making crackling noise and did not spring back in place properly, replaced it, would have cost 400$ 
Aug 2009

48980 mi

C $60
20 minutes @ 110$/h to change a headlight bulb @ 30$ the sun roof shade was not sliding properly, first time they replaced it, was still having problem, this time they replaced the clips, now it works fine, the originl repair was 1year warranty so no cost 
Dec 2010

60760 mi

C $407
PCV Valve was obstructed, pressure built in the engine, oil cap and mount popped out, some oil drops spilled but not much. Idle was jumping to 2k while PCV was defective 
Jun 2012

75640 mi

C $1010
Blower was stuck, they replaced blower Radiator leaked, was slowly losing coolant liquid 
Audi A3 in Washington, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2014
Nov 2011

33000 mi

US $380
thermostat replaced replaced right front outer cv boot 
Audi A3 in Nevada, United States
Jul 2012 - May 2016
Aug 2012

56000 mi

US $400
Radiator fan stopped working. Was replaced with OEM radiator fan 
Sep 2012

57000 mi

US $75
Diverter valve had a tear in the original valve. Replaced with an updated diverter valve from VW. 
Nov 2012

58700 mi

US $600
Thermostat failure. Thermostat was stuck open causing the car to run at normal operation temperature. 
Aug 2014

76000 mi

US $1400
Evaporative Cannister was leaking causing check engine light. Valve cover gasket was worn causing oil leak. Replaced valve cover gasket. Outer CV boots torn. Grease was getting all over the axle and suspension parts. Boots were replace. 
Jun 2015

86000 mi

US $600
Fuel Pump failure. Causing hesitation and jerking of the car. Fuel pump was replaced. 
Jul 2015

86500 mi

US $650
Sudden loss of power while driving. Determined to be fuel pump. The fuel pump was replaced along with fuel filter. 
Feb 2016

99000 mi

US $3600
Multiple oil leaks, replaced oil filter housing.  Coolant leak. replaced valve. 
Audi A3 in Vermont, United States
Sep 2016 - Oct 2016
Sep 2016

89000 mi

US $400
Replaced rear wheel bearings. Replaced thermostat - problem came back after 6 months. Will attempt next repair myself. 
Oct 2016

90000 mi

US $50
Driver door airbag sensor failure - debug and replacement 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Jan 2016 - Sep 2016
Jun 2016

126000 mi

US $50
Siren honk stop working. 
Jul 2016

126000 mi

US $1
Vacuum oil pump leaked badly. 
Aug 2016

126000 mi

US $50
Key fob failed to work, replaced fob 
Sep 2016

126000 mi

US $500
Both front central locking motors as well as right rear one failed. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Dec 2007 - Jan 2011
Jul 2007

9400 mi
Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Cleaned. Second time. 
Jul 2008

18600 mi
Internal door handle binding. Replaced. 
Sep 2008

19200 mi
Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Third time. 
Feb 2009

21570 mi
Faulty thermoswitch caused improper temp readings, continual cooling fan operation when cold. 
Sep 2009

24250 mi
Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Cleaned. Fourth time. 
Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
Oct 2009 - Dec 2009
Oct 2009

96000 mi

US $1400
The high pressure fuel pump failed, which also took out the intake camshaft. It took about 2 days to fix. Extended warranty expired two days earlier. Dealer got Audi to cover parts ($1,600), I paid labor. 
Audi A3 in Virginia, United States
Aug 2010 - Jul 2018
Jul 2010

39166 mi
battery replaced 
May 2016

121000 mi

US $100
low pressure fuel pump replaced 
Sep 2017

131000 mi

US $450
Carbon build-up cleaned off and around valves. 
Audi A3 in Georgia, United States
Jun 2015 - Sep 2015
Aug 2015

49300 mi
camshaft problem turbo valve malfunction drivers side window controls not working 
Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2014 - Oct 2014
Jun 2014

155000 mi
Intake valve stuck open. Fixed easily. 
Audi A3 in Maryland, United States
Dec 2008 - Oct 2009
Jan 2009

64000 mi

US $60
Check engine light indicated low boast pressure caused by a bad diverter valve. 
Feb 2009

66000 mi

US $185
The PCV valve on this car is weak and can cause unnecessary oil consumption. The manufacturer has developed a newer version 
Jul 2009

79000 mi

US $500
Replaced fuel pump. Replaced camshaft follower myself in July parts were $500. This was caused by a manufacturing problem. The camshaft also needed to be replaced. Would have cost about $1500. 
Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States
Dec 2011 - Jun 2013
Aug 2012

88600 mi

US $50
Replaced ECT (engine coolant temperature sensor). Problem remains. Next step is to replace the thermostat. 
Apr 2013

92300 mi

US $200
Rear hatch lock caused by leaking rear washer motor 
Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2014 - Aug 2017
Sep 2014

128340 mi

C $100
Engine light on, scanner showed turbo boost issues. Replaced the turbo diverter valve ($49) and the problem resolved. Labour $50. 
Oct 2014

128740 mi
Rusted through both fenders behind the plastic trim. Vehicle had perforation warranty, but Audi Canada declined the claim based on the photos taken by the dealer. Photos didn't show detail, they said the cause was stone damage and declined 
Jun 2015

134540 mi

C $240
Passenger side wheel bearing failure. 
Sep 2015

136400 mi

C $800
Ceased driver side rear brake caliper. Passenger side front as well as rear wheel bearings noisy. 
May 2016

148800 mi

C $80
Car started missing, scan showed a cylinder misfire. Replaced a defective ignition coil and a cracked breather hose. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
May 2014 - May 2014
May 2014

95000 mi

US $600
Replace on injector and then cleaned all intake valves. 
Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States
Jun 2011 - Mar 2013
Aug 2012

61300 mi

US $500
Torn driver's side CV boot; replaced axle assembly 
Dec 2012

67000 mi
Driver's side half-shaft replaced earlier this year; CV boot failed again, replaced under warranty at no charge 
Mar 2013

67000 mi

US $70
Both horns dead. Replaced with used units from local wrecker shop. DIY. 
Audi A3 in Maryland, United States
May 2009 - Mar 2015
Jun 2009

55000 mi

US $100
a/c compressor not working after 3 repairs on temperature sensor, 
Jun 2010

69000 mi

US $1000
left front bearing changed without fixing the problem ( noise with driving 30 miles and above), right (back) bearing changed ( other shop) and problem is gone, great car!!! 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Aug 2008 - Jan 2022
Sep 2008

18000 mi
Latch on rear seat roof shade not operable. 
Nov 2009

24000 mi
Front sunshade latch broke. Unfortunately, these latch breakages for the 2006 A3 are so common, the car shows up as a bad repair risk when it is really not. 
Dec 2011

37000 mi

US $375
Front wheel bearings replaced 
Mar 2012

37000 mi

US $385
turbo bypass valve stuck Stuck purge valve 
Oct 2012

40200 mi

US $750
Replaced front left and right wheel bearings 
Feb 2014

46300 mi
Warning lights on front display not working. Fixed via computer hookup. 
May 2014

47000 mi

US $185
Engine temperature sensor failed--replaced 
Nov 2014

47300 mi

US $750
replace sticking thermostat Replaced driver side electric window control 
Mar 2017

56000 mi

US $825
Two rear CV joint boots replaced Replaced old battery with new 
May 2018

57000 mi

US $2371
replace intake manifold driver door lock replaced 
Audi A3 in Florida, United States
Mar 2007 - May 2010
Oct 2008

44000 mi
EPC light, ESP light, CE light. Cruise control inop. Hard to start. Car ran but had minimal power. Center armrest lid latch had broken. Lid replaced under warranty. 
Nov 2008

45000 mi
EPC light, ESP light, CE light. Cruise control inop. Hard to start. Car ran but had minimal power. Replaced throttle body. 
Mar 2009

49000 mi
Brought vehicle in for routine maintenance and one final look prior to warranty expiration. Mech discovered torn LH CV boot and cracked RH CV boot. Boots replaced under warranty. 
Audi A3 in Kentucky, United States
Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008

45000 mi
Check engine light came on. Valve related to Supercharger system had failed. It was ordered and replaced a week later. Car was safe to drive but ran harder and supercharge did not work at optimum performance. 
Dec 2008

66000 mi

US $150
Purged EVAP valve. Not detrimental to performance or driving car. 
Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
Nov 2007 - Aug 2016
Dec 2007

31000 mi
Variable length intake manifold was throwing a CEL for about 1 month. Shop reset light and said come back if it returns. 
May 2008

38000 mi
Check engine light. Dealer reset the light/ flashed the ECU, but did not record the code. Car has been using excessive oil. 2q in 4k miles. Was told that was within spec. No visible oil leaks. Dealer will not investigate further. CV boot is damaged. SA stated could be replaced under warranty. Parts not available. 
Jun 2008

38000 mi
Torn CV boot cover. Wear was caused by improper clamp installation at manufacture. Variable length intake flap malfunction. Part replaced. Turbo diverter valve damaged. Part replaced. 
Mar 2009

48000 mi
Tears in driver side seat.  OpenSky sunshade does not retract correctly. Dealer ordered parts. Driver's side b pillar paint flaking. 
Apr 2009

49000 mi
Entire driver's seat cover replaced with new cover. Replaced entire front sun shade assembly under warranty. The exterior B-Pillar trim began to peel at about 45000 miles. Dealer replaced with a new trim piece under warranty.  
Oct 2010

68000 mi

US $470
AC fan fails intermittently. No codes thrown and fan was working when car was at the shop so unable to reproduce/ diagnose. 
Dec 2010

69000 mi

US $470
AC system powered on but not sending air. Indy shop r/r the blower motor for the AC system. 
Oct 2011

77500 mi

US $435
car was hard starting. Battery replaced 
Mar 2013

86000 mi
Airbag light is on. Computer indicates intermittent rear seat belt tensioner switch fault. Reset fault. No more problem 
Apr 2013

86300 mi

US $100
Two blown coil packs. 
Jul 2015

101000 mi
AC compressor is dead. Waiting on replacement. 
Audi A3 in Kansas, United States
Feb 2007 - Nov 2008
Mar 2007

6000 mi
Replace both side mark lights, have water inside . 
Apr 2007

9000 mi
Replace A/C compressor 
Apr 2008

26000 mi
The cooling fan always running at very high RPM, no matter what the temperature is. They change the ECU,AC compressor, check every wire. Still can not fix. They even have the Audi's technician work on it. Still in the shop. 
Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States
Aug 2006 - Dec 2009
Aug 2007

25000 mi
Wheel bearing for right rear wheel 
Sep 2007

25000 mi
Defective right rear wheel bearing 
Feb 2009

45000 mi
Both rear wheel bearings had to be replaced. Claimed insufficient time available to replace rear wheel bearings as shop opened only half day on Saturdays. 
Mar 2009

47000 mi
Both rear wheel bearings replaced. 
Audi A3 in Ohio, United States
Sep 2006 - Nov 2015
Jul 2009

65000 mi

US $500
New rear shocks 
Oct 2010

77000 mi

US $190
CEL that was intermittent; memory cleared, air filter replaced and dealership stated that the air filter was not seated properly. CEL came back on one week later for several days, then off again. Suspect the issue is the PCV. 
May 2011

81000 mi

US $400
Blower motor failure - second time since 50,xxx miles. Initially thought had to replace part, then found only had to clean out debris. 
Nov 2011

88000 mi

US $575
Handbrake cable + caliper seized on drivers' side and the cable needed to be replaced along with the rear brake pad set. 
Dec 2011

89000 mi

US $305
Failed temperature sensor and rusted out clamp holding the exhaust to the underbody. 
Jun 2012

95000 mi
Thermostat replacement, performed as part of the timing belt replacement. Started failing six months earlier, but waited until time to do the timing belt. 
Apr 2013

102300 mi

US $1100
Front bearing replacement CV boot and half-shaft Front control arm replacement 
Dec 2014

117000 mi

US $1100
Replace tie rods 
Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States
Aug 2007 - Jun 2017
Dec 2007

35000 mi
Improperly secured air intake cover -- causing admission of unmetered air -- after recall repair, performed during scheduled maintenance. Discovered and repaired at next scheduled maintenance at different dealer shop. 
Feb 2008

41 mi
TSB-ECU reprogram at annual vehicle safety inspection. 
Jun 2008

48000 mi
Check engine light. OBD verified fault in Flap Motor. Replaced Flap Motor. 
Mar 2010

84000 mi
Engine mount- replaced as part of Jan 2010 timing belt replacement- sheared at block from pot hole trauma. Shop attributed failure to defective mount. All repairs including 'frayed new timing belt' made under warranty on defective (Audi) mount. 
Sep 2012

123000 mi

US $408
Coolant Temp Sensor 
Apr 2013

130500 mi

US $720
1. Turbocharger recirculation valve replaced 2. N80 valve replaced/fuel induction system serviced 
Dec 2013

139000 mi

US $475
Replaced intake manifold sensor motor 
Jan 2014

129500 mi

US $1183
Outer CV boots L & R replaced. Discovered at scheduled maint. No repair/damage to drivetrain/transaxle . 
Jan 2016

144200 mi
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, Poor performance. Diagnosis: Intake camshaft/cam follower/exhaust cam FAIL. Parts plus Fuel Pump REPLACED. 
Sep 2016

175000 mi
Replaced the support bow for the sunshade. As I understand it, the failure of the latch mechanism was a known issue. I replaced that myself. 
May 2017

182000 mi
New radiator and rear brakes mid-May 2017. Seal at the bottom of radiator failed. New struts, Koni Sport. 
Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada
May 2007 - May 2015
Apr 2008

15500 mi
Intake motor flap not working. It was replaced. 
Oct 2008

17980 mi
Radiator fan was always running on high. Coolant temp sensor was replaced. 
Jun 2009

21700 mi
Fuel pump issue 
Jun 2012

37200 mi

C $362
AC pressure sensor needed replacing 
Sep 2013

46500 mi

C $150
Rear brake light housing melted around the bulb. Needed a new light unit. 
Nov 2013

47740 mi

C $240
both rear light sockets on tailgate burnt out 
Audi A3 in New York, United States
Dec 2005 - Sep 2018
Dec 2006

10000 mi
Check engine light 
Sep 2007

16000 mi
Flashing engine light 
Apr 2009

29000 mi
Oil cooler malfunctioned and was replaced 
Nov 2012

48600 mi

US $400
Temp gauge sensor problem 

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2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia
Dec 2015 - Sep 2016
Jan 2016

A $200
Cool pack shorted out leading to rough engine idle/run Replaced all four 
Audi A3 in Victoria, Australia
Dec 2012 - Dec 2013
Feb 2013

65260 mi

A $100
Both exterior B-pillar inserts started to peel and discolour in various spots. Inserts had to be re-painted. 
Dec 2013

70680 mi
Copper/brass swarf in the engine oil coming from an unknown bearing in the engine. Decided to sell the car instead of an engine rebuild. 

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2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

Audi A3 in Nebraska, United States
Mar 2011 - May 2011
May 2011

53000 mi

US $200
O2 sensor replaced; emissions computer also broken, not replaced broken rail clip on driver side 
Audi A3 in Alberta, Canada
Jul 2012 - Sep 2016
Sep 2012

101060 mi

C $115
OEM Turbo Bypass Valve failure. Updated OEM valve purchased and installed. 
Nov 2013

124440 mi

C $1300
Thermostat failed. Thermostat and water pump with tensioner replaced. Timing Belt and pulleys replaced. 
Mar 2014

130200 mi

C $40
Coolant(level) reservoir sensor became intermittent, replaced 
Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada
Sep 2012 - Jan 2014
Dec 2012

81220 mi

C $200
Engine light came on, repair shop traced problem and fixed it. 2 weeks later, thermostat gauge works intermittently, though the thermostat itself is working. The car runs well, reliable. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
May 2007 - Jun 2015
Dec 2010

55000 mi

US $350
CV joint rubber boot torn down- driver's side. To be replaced soon. Replace CV joint if necessary. 
Oct 2011

64500 mi

US $180
Reattach cv boot clamp. 
Dec 2011

67000 mi

US $425
Check engine light was on. Slight loss of power. Problem traced back to turbo diverter valve. It was replaced. 
Oct 2013

84700 mi
Camshaft follower failed, damaged fuel pump. 
Oct 2014

100800 mi

US $400
Misfire on cylinder #3. Spark plugs and ignition coils were replaced. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
May 2006 - Jun 2011
Jul 2006

3000 mi
A/C failed twice. Dealer replaced compressor 
Apr 2010

80000 mi

US $150
Replaced wheel bearing 
Jun 2011

132000 mi

US $50
Oil leaking from valve cover 
Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States
May 2007 - Jul 2013
Nov 2009

34000 mi
Rattling screw in hatch. 
Apr 2010

38300 mi
mold smell in air conditioner 
Dec 2011

55000 mi

US $275
CV boot 
Jul 2013

62000 mi

US $1800
Five trips to dealer for single check engine light; alternator was replaced in the middle of this. Likely dealer error (as they also caused leak in coolant system that they had to fix as well). cv boot 
Audi A3 in Oregon, United States
May 2007 - Jun 2022
Sep 2008

11000 mi
Concert II cd disk player stopped working. Warranty denied even though a known problem. Since I have and aftermarket Ipod cable attached to head unit, the entire head unit is no longer covered. Update: later bought a used one.  
Dec 2008

12000 mi
Replaced MAF. 
Mar 2015

22000 mi

US $100
Replace purge valve 
Nov 2015

24000 mi

US $800
New fuel pump 
Dec 2015

24000 mi

US $401
Faulty instrument cluster. Oem is $1000 plus a $200 labor. I will be buying a used one from a company that can clone my old one for $359 from totaled cars...soon. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
May 2007 - Jan 2022
Dec 2011

44000 mi

US $350
Mechanic said lower control arm bushings were worn, and that it is a fairly common issue with cars of this age (2006). I had them replaced and noticed an immediate difference in suspension feel. 
Jun 2013

51000 mi

US $250
Replaced (old version) torn rubber diverter valve with new version. 
Sep 2013

53000 mi

US $1500
Airbag warning light came on. Diagnosed as airbag igniter 2 fault. Tried replacing harness, but no results. After further investigation, Airbag had to be replaced. 
Feb 2015

59000 mi

US $600
Right CV boot torn. 
Mar 2015

60000 mi

US $350
Rear Passenger-side window malfunctioned due to broken regulator. Purchased and installed new regulator. 
Feb 2017

67000 mi

US $400
Valve cover gasket was leaking oil. Part replaced 
Jun 2017

68000 mi

US $100
Replace rear driver side window regulator. 
Feb 2018

70000 mi

US $800
Breather assembly replaced. Car running rough, occasional whistles/squeaks from engine bay. Diagnosed as stuck valve on breather assembly that was keeping too much vacuum in engine block. 
Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2011 - Sep 2018
Jun 2012

44000 mi
Car sometimes overheating. Traced to faulty radiator fan. Fan replaced. 
Dec 2012

49000 mi

US $250
In cold weather (32f or below) rear brake lights switch on and drain battery. 
Apr 2014

61000 mi

US $60
Exhaust pipe separated, likely due to getting shaken from hitting potholes. 
Oct 2016

81300 mi
Turbocharger wastegate malfunction (VWAudi=diverter valve). Problem had been ongoing. Engine slower to build up boost. 
Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
May 2007 - Oct 2010
Oct 2007

21000 mi
I kept hearing a loud noise that came from either the wheel bearings or the tires. Dealer determined that it was the tires (a common problem with the stock Pirelli P6s.) 
Apr 2008

25000 mi
The engine cooling fan was constantly running and the a/c wouldn't engage. Eventually a check engine light came on. 
May 2008

26000 mi
Air conditioner would periodically stop working and engine cooling fan would run continuously. The dealer discovered a faulty coolant temp sensor and replaced it. The problem has not returned. 
Oct 2008

32000 mi
Battery was dead twice within a week, and noticed that brake lights were on even though the car was off. Dealer believed it to be a faulty break sensor and replaced the sensor. No problems since. 
Nov 2008

32000 mi
The leather on the driver's seat bolster was cracked and worn. Audi replaced the bottom driver's seat cover.  
Jan 2009

35000 mi
Was getting a low coolant warning. Checked the coolant and found that indeed there was a low coolant level. Dealer found a slow leak in coolant hose. Part was ordered and I am awaiting arrival. 
Mar 2009

36000 mi
There was a leak in coolant system - the parts were ordered and finally installed on this trip. 
Aug 2009

41000 mi
Coating on metal exterior piece between driver side front and rear door was peeling away. Audi of American claims that it is not covered under warrarny. Noticed that coolant was low after system was repaired 6 months ago. Dealer found a that a clamp was loose and tightened it. 
Nov 2009

43000 mi
Received a low coolant warning again. Dealer found hose with a leak - replaced hose and modified engine heat shield which was tearing into the hose. 
Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States
Jun 2011 - Aug 2012
Jul 2011

88000 mi
Left rear window was binding on guides, nothing was broke. I lubed the guides with a silicone spray and the regulator cables with grease. The window returned to normal operation. 
Aug 2011

89200 mi

US $65
Replaced thermostat. 
Sep 2011

89000 mi

US $110
Replaced right rear wheel bearing. 
Jun 2012

106000 mi

US $60
Air pipe to brake booster replaced due to cracks on either end. 
Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States
Mar 2011 - Dec 2012
May 2011

61700 mi

US $900
Replaced AC compressor, out of warranty, but dealer helped, cost to me was around $900. 
Mar 2012

71000 mi

US $550
Car didn't warm up quickly 
Audi A3 in Michigan, United States
May 2012 - Jun 2012
May 2012

78000 mi

US $1000
bad rear wheel bearing and worn brakes 
Jun 2012

78000 mi

US $100
turbo charger 
Audi A3 in New York, United States
Apr 2007 - Jan 2016
May 2007

43000 mi
Dealer repaired faulty module in April, horn was not properly grounded 
Dec 2007

65000 mi
driver's side master window switch was faulty 
Jul 2008

85000 mi

US $230
Torn CV boot was replaced. 
Jul 2011

155300 mi

US $450
Vacuum leak from cooling flange 
May 2012

172000 mi

US $900
replace 1 of 2 fans, plus thermostat 
Sep 2013

197000 mi

US $900
flex downpipe broken, exhaust leak, 
Sep 2014

201000 mi

US $600
Intake manifold flapper motor stuck closed. MIL on. Motor Replaced 
Mar 2015

208000 mi

US $2500
Front control arms, dog one mounts, rear spring, front and rear brakes 
Oct 2015

211300 mi

US $985
Cam follower shattered, new fuel pump and cam follower installed Passenger side CV Boot compromised 
Dec 2015

213000 mi

US $130
Carbon build in intake valve caused CEL and rough idling 
Audi A3 in Arizona, United States
- Apr 2007
Apr 2007

26200 mi
ESP Module Replaced, warranty, no cost. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Feb 2008 - Apr 2011
May 2008

41000 mi
Broken PCV valve. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Jun 2006 - Jan 2011
May 2010

78400 mi
Mechatronic replaced. 
Sep 2010

87000 mi
Sunroof clip replaced. 
Jan 2011

69000 mi
Unresolved problem with oil pressure light when traded. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
- Jan 2008
Jan 2008

26000 mi
Fixed the known issue of a fuel line not being completely secure and rattling behind the glove box. 
Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada
- Jan 2008
Jan 2008

15500 mi
drivers seat squeaking 
Audi A3 in Missouri, United States
Apr 2017 - May 2017
May 2017

155000 mi

US $1100
Turbo charger repair 
Audi A3 in Oregon, United States
- Oct 2007
Oct 2007

19000 mi
The OpenSky roof mechanism broke such that one side would catch and would not close. Apparently a guide wheel broke which caused the glass to not to move along the left rail. 
Audi A3 in Virginia, United States
Feb 2015 - Aug 2017
Oct 2015

140500 mi

US $625
Alternator died and then killed the battery. Needed to be replaced after the alternator failed. 
Audi A3 in Louisiana, United States
Feb 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015

43000 mi

US $150
replace two coils 
Audi A3 in Michigan, United States
Aug 2007 - Apr 2010
Oct 2007

25000 mi
Airbag light is on due to faulty electrical issue with seat belt buckle 
Nov 2007

26000 mi
MK: appears that part ordered again for airbag light issue. 
Dec 2007

28000 mi
Air bag light on. Passenger female part of seat belt ordered in Oct and replaced in early December. This fixed problem. 
Aug 2008

40000 mi
Left Side DSG paddle was delaminating, replaced under warranty. 
Dec 2008

45000 mi
Pollen air filter housing loose causing cold air into center of car around console. Cold air coming in under radio and glove box area. Dealer fixed under warranty, a loose Pollen filter housing. Did this with free 45k maintenance. 
Jun 2009

50000 mi

US $50
Radiator leaked. Replaced under CPO 
Audi A3 in California, United States
May 2014 - Jun 2014
May 2014

125000 mi

US $800
replaced ignition coils 
Audi A3 in Hawaii, United States
Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014

65000 mi

US $1000
A/C Compressor replacement 
Audi A3 in Rhode Island, United States
Nov 2006 - Sep 2012
May 2007

22000 mi
Broken Sun Visor Clip - repaired under Warranty Complained about excessive cabin noise - Tire issue and NOT the bearing probalem I thought was the cause. Referred to tire manufacturer for remedy. 
Feb 2008

32000 mi

US $20
Low oil, light came on. Was told engine operating within manufacturer's specifications. 
Mar 2009

48000 mi
Leak in emissions systems. Repaired, not told with what. 
Jun 2010

65000 mi

US $475
The coil pack failed without warning as I was driving on the interstate. Save for the recall notice that it might fail, there was no other indications. In fact, I had an appointment scheduled for the next day for replacement, but it failed a day early. 
Oct 2010

69000 mi

US $50
Secondary fan was not operating, dealer replaced under warranty-$50 deductible. 
Apr 2012

91000 mi

US $230
replaced fuel pressure sensor 
Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2006 - Jul 2017
Jun 2006

3000 mi
DSG transmission: problem was lurching / clunking on the shift Identified problem: Mechatronic Replaced, and no problem since It did take 4 weeks though 
Jul 2008

11000 mi
CEL came on; fixed by reflash 
Jul 2009

16000 mi
catalytic converter failure: indication was rattling noise at certain RPM 
Jun 2016

68000 mi
rusty 
Audi A3 in Michigan, United States
Jul 2014 - Aug 2016
May 2016

131400 mi

US $300
AC performs very poorly, apparently due in part to malfunctioning electrical cooling fan under hood. Fan replaced, but AC still weak. Rear wheel bearings failed suddenly, creating intolerable howl at highway speeds, but car still drivable. 
Audi A3 in Michigan, United States
Apr 2007 - Dec 2017
May 2007

10000 mi
Air Bag warning light came on. Technician found passenger air bag module or seat sensors malfunctioning. Module, sensors, and wiring replaced. 
Jun 2008

19000 mi
Experienced intermittent oil warning lights, loss of engine power during quick stop and go, and one stall. Had problem checked while in for tire rotation. Dealer could not find problem. Problem persists. 
Oct 2009

30000 mi
During regular maintenance, had occasional stall problem checked again. Engine diagnostics found bad crankcase pressure valve. Valve and hose replaced under warranty. 
Sep 2010

36000 mi

US $547
Started hearing a loud motor-like noise related to speed above 25 mph. Dealer inspected wheel bearings and found notch during spin of left rear wheel. Bearings replaced. 
Mar 2011

40000 mi

US $105
AIR BAG light came on. Dealer found airbag pressure switch signal too low. An airbag control module update is available for this issue. Dealer reflashed module with update. 
May 2013

56000 mi

US $456
Temp gauge stopped coming up, then check engine light came on. Replaced coolant temp sensor, but temp reading fluctuated. Then replaced thermostat. 
May 2014

63100 mi

US $832
While looking for noise from front wheels, shop found left front axle had a torn boot and was making noise. Replaced front left axle. While investigating extended crank, shop found code for camshaft position. Replaced camshaft position sensor. Sometimes getting a coolant temperature warning during first minute after start when very cold. Shop simply added coolant. Too warm to duplicate now. 
Aug 2014

64900 mi
Cam follower broke and damaged fuel pump and cylinder head. Shop replaced all damaged parts under warranty per TSB. 
Jun 2015

68000 mi

US $150
Engine noise sounded louder from inside. Tech found exhaust leaking at a clamp on mid-pipe. Clamp/sleeve replaced and exhaust adjusted. 
Apr 2016

74300 mi

US $350
Mechanic found front right CV shaft has excessive slop and leaking boot. Replaced. 
Apr 2017

82239 mi

US $408
Jerking during moderate acceleration became more frequent, then flashing check engine light. Tech found one cylinder misfiring with bad ignition coil and fouled spark plugs. Replaced coil and spark plugs. 
Oct 2017

86387 mi

US $879
Some rough acceleration, then check engine light. Underboost code. Tech found ruptured diaphragm in boost recirculation valve. Replaced valve. Inspection found worn/torn bushings on rear sway bar end links. Replaced. Tech found camshaft oil seal was leaking. Replaced seal. 
Audi A3 in Florida, United States
Aug 2007 - Nov 2012
Jan 2010

36000 mi
Front rubber axle boot clamp had broken and was leaking grease. 
Jun 2012

65000 mi

US $326
Check Engine Light in the dash. Replaced faulty Turbo Charge Pressure Valve due to Fault PO299 & had sporadic fault for electrical fuel pump malfunction. 
Sep 2012

68000 mi

US $625
Engine Light on Dash: Diagnosis showed Breather Hose cracked. Replaced. Also replaced passenger side CV Boot. 
Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States
Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009

47000 mi
Noisy blower motor. 
Mar 2009

49000 mi
Decreased power when turning. 
Audi A3 in Montana, United States
Nov 2008 - Jan 2015
Dec 2008

33000 mi
Faulty induction manifold causing carbon build-up in no.4 injector. 
May 2014

90000 mi

US $90
replaced coil packs and spark plugs to solve check engine light 
Jul 2014

91200 mi

US $3000
replaced ECU 
Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2008 - May 2012
Jul 2008

28520 mi
TSB #2010148/5, replaced ambient temperature sensor 
Jun 2011

50220 mi

C $250
Torn CV Boot on drivers side. Caught in time; no damage to CV joint. Removed, cleaned, inspected, regreased, and reinstalled with new boot. 
Audi A3 in Texas, United States
Feb 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2009

32000 mi
Rear Seat armrest latch broken. 
Jun 2010

38000 mi
broken sun shade and bubbles on door sign. 
Audi A3 in Texas, United States
Jan 2009 - Dec 2011
Oct 2010

82000 mi
Repaired opensky sunscreen clasps that broke. Replaced clasp on drivers armrest console. Adjusted driver door strikeplate -- making clunking sound. Squeak upon starting. 
Dec 2011

95500 mi

US $345
rear driver side window will not go up regulator went out rear driver side window will not go up regulator went out 
Audi A3 in Virginia, United States
Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007

24000 mi
Apparently a flap on the intake manifold malfunctioned, triggering the check engine light. Flap replaced under warranty. 
Jul 2008

31000 mi
Minimum Oil Warning Light. Replaced fluids but couldn't find any significant leak. Will recheck in 2500 miles. 
Dec 2008

35000 mi
Failure of a "purge valve" (or something like that) triggered the check engine light. Replaced under warranty at the 35k service.  
Audi A3 in Arizona, United States
May 2008 - Mar 2012
Aug 2008

29000 mi
The check engine light was on, they changed the intake adjust motor. 
May 2009

36000 mi
Left rear window regulator broke, repaired under warranty in 1 hour 
Sep 2010

42000 mi

US $50
The third LED brake light defected. Replaced the whole part 
Audi A3 in Florida, United States
Feb 2009 - Jun 2021
Mar 2009

33000 mi
Check engine light came on 5 different times, they said it was the gas cap. It wound up being the high pressure fuel pump, cam, cam follower, and a bunch of nuts and bolts and cover and 9 hrs of labor. All covered under warranty, after me yelling in the . 
Nov 2010

52000 mi

US $293
back window would not close. C.S. Audi said it would cost about $600. Went to European Fine Car Repairs. $293 inc. tax. Coral Springs Audi lost a customer. Price was not even close. SHOP AROUND. I usually just pay what audi says, no more... 
Dec 2011

63000 mi

US $598
replaced two front axle assemblies (including cv boots) and labor for repair... 
Jan 2012

80200 mi

US $354
replaced right rear window regulator 
Nov 2012

71700 mi

US $275
rpms would not hold steady at idle. Check engine light came on. It was crankcase vent valve. got it repaired, works fine now... 
Aug 2013

78800 mi

US $305
Airbag warning light came on. Needed to replace trigger spring assembly. 
May 2014

85700 mi

US $603
replaced thermostat and flushed cooling system and replaced coolant. 
Jun 2015

96000 mi

US $650
replace the coils 
Nov 2015

104400 mi
Had AAA replace the dead battery... 
Mar 2016

108000 mi
replaced PCV valve 
Apr 2016

108700 mi
check engine light came on, same as before last repair. this time replaced timing belt. after 3 days the check engine light came back on. I do not know if I should put any more money into this car.That light has been on for a while now... 
Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States
Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009

71000 mi

US $420
Headlight cluster burn out replaced. 
Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States
Jul 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2008

6500 mi
dsg transmission replaced under warranty 
May 2008

10500 mi
rear seat armrest latch replaced 
Aug 2008

15500 mi
AC compressor replaced 
Jul 2010

36000 mi

US $200
sun shade for sun roof broken, once repaired under warranty 
Audi A3 in Iowa, United States
May 2009 - Jun 2012
Apr 2011

50000 mi

US $400
Driver's front cv axle went bad. Horrible clunking sound, could not drive car. 
Apr 2012

61000 mi

US $750
Window motor broke 
Audi A3 in Quebec, Canada
Aug 2008 - Jan 2010
Jan 2008

34720 mi
Steering wheel upshift "+" paddle peeling (metal finish) replaced under warranty 
Oct 2008

34782 mi
Cracking leatherette on driver's seat - Seat bottom Driver's side seat leatherette cracking (sides, not surface) replaced under warranty 
Jan 2009

39680 mi
Fuel pump relay defective causing erratic idle. 
May 2009

45880 mi
Driver's side passenger window trim rusting.  Broke a weather strip during repairs and had to order for subsequent repair. 
Jul 2009

47740 mi
Simply replaced the window molding when received Replaced the door weatherstripping broken when they replaced a rusting window moulding 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008

57000 mi

US $380
Sporadic idle. 500 to 1800 rpm. Valve cover replaced. 
Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States
Aug 2008 - Aug 2018
Dec 2008

29000 mi
Had a CEL when starting the car. The code returned misfire on cylinder 1. Given code and symptoms which included brief, initial rough idle the problem was due to failing coilpacks. Haven't yet replaced the coilpacks but the CEL hasn't returned. 
Sep 2010

57000 mi

US $600
Discovered a torn, rubber outer boot on driver-side front wheel. Noticed no other problem. Took it to dealer to replace.  Dealer found contamination and wear on bearing and recommended replacing unit. Followed recommendation. 
May 2011

69000 mi

US $90
Had a CEL reporting small vacuum leak, but with no symptoms. Eventually CEL produced error linked to diverter valve and car cut turbo boost as a precaution, but no symptoms were evident. Valve replaced, problem solved. 
Jul 2012

80500 mi

US $320
Alarm went off within 5 minutes of the car being locked, every time. Turned out to be a problem with the rear hatch window. May have been caused during previous service, when rear wiper was broken, but no way to confirm. Had no issue whatsoever, but got intermittent CEL for small leak detected in EVAP system. Ended up being a failing purge valve. 
Sep 2014

101000 mi

US $450
Car was running cooler than normal, causing a misread in ECU which resulted in temp gauge deactivation. Replaced thermostat and temp sensor. 
Aug 2015

110000 mi

US $50
Windshield washer fluid was leaking near pump. Replaced pump and connectors; pump seemed to be fine but replaced as a preventative measure. 
Nov 2016

120100 mi

US $100
Oil was leaking from valve cover. Rubber gasket was replaced, along with a couple of bolts. 
Sep 2017

126000 mi

US $35
Replaced exhaust clamp because brackets had rusted. 
Audi A3 in Alabama, United States
Sep 2008 - Aug 2010
May 2010

39000 mi

US $130
After trip to dealer for a recall, check engine light came on. Upon returning to dealer, problem was found to be in turbo diverter valve (?unsure if correct name of part) 
Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2007 - Dec 2014
May 2007

27600 mi
cylinder head replacement in shop for 5 weeks prior to replacement 
Jun 2014

158000 mi

US $150
replace thermostat 
Jul 2014

158700 mi

US $220
replace broken window lifts on both rear windows 
Dec 2014

162000 mi
Car is dead. Same issue as class action suit - www.VWOilSludgeSettlement.com Turbo overheats oil causing sludge and coke buildup. sludge blocks oil pickup screen at speed, 85 mph in my case. Oil pressure light comes on, bearings gone. 
Audi A3 in Texas, United States
Sep 2008 - Oct 2013
Nov 2008

41000 mi
Failed ignition coil replaced. 
Sep 2009

48000 mi
window switch failed. 
Oct 2010

57000 mi

US $100
Check engine light. Code was for intake manifold tumble flap position error. Reset the CEL and it did not recurr 
Nov 2010

57800 mi

US $50
the finish on a window switch peeled off. 
Sep 2011

66000 mi

US $60
Outer CV joint boot ripped. Replaced the boot. 
Mar 2012

70000 mi
Check engine light: P0170. Engine running lean. Same code as one week ago. I cleared the codes and it has not recurred for the last 4 weeks. 
Apr 2012

71000 mi

US $250
Replaced broken motor mount on passenger side. 
May 2012

71700 mi

US $70
Replaced the failed pulley clutch on the alternator 
Jun 2012

73000 mi

US $200
Radiator was damaged by a rock. Replaced it. Rattling and vibration in the accessory belt and pulleys 
Oct 2012

75300 mi

US $50
Replaced the engine coolant temperature sensor 
Feb 2013

78700 mi

US $500
Hard starting, engine code for temperature problem, coolant gauge cutting out. Repair was replacing the thermostat. 
May 2013

80800 mi

US $200
CV boot torn and leaking. Passenger side front. Replaced tie rod ends for front stabilizer bar. Boots were torn on two ball joints, but seemed to still be functioning OK without noise. 
Jun 2013

83000 mi

US $40
Hard to crank when starting. Replaced the N80 evaporator control valve. It did not fix the problem. 
Audi A3 in New York, United States
Apr 2009 - Jun 2015
Jun 2009

34000 mi
Air Flow Flapper ordered. Air Flow Flapper replaced, and reprogrammed. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Feb 2009 - Jun 2009
Jun 2009

63000 mi
Continuing problem, brake switch causing the brake lights to come on at night, pulling down the battery-even completely draining it. Bought switch, but problem seemed to go away. Then the buyer (after me) said happening again and I sent him the switch. 
Audi A3 in Florida, United States
Feb 2010 - Dec 2012
Oct 2010

79800 mi

US $1200
Water pump started leaking. Replaced timing belt while it was apart. 
Jun 2011

95000 mi
The car is apparently starting to burn oil as the check oil light came on 2000 into the last oil change. The engine was 1 pt low. 
Sep 2011

101000 mi

US $150
Jiffy Lube improperly installed oil filter resulting in leak. Mechanic found it and cracked low oil sensor housing. Fixed oil filter, didn't fix sensor. 
Oct 2011

104000 mi
The engine temp sensor stopped working and started working again a week later. No leaks were found and a code reader was used to reset the check engine light. 
Apr 2012

113000 mi

US $3200
Cam follower went bad and took out camshaft. High pressure fuel pump also needed replace. 
Aug 2012

118700 mi

US $650
Temperature sending unit and thermostat had to be replaced to clear engine light. 
Dec 2012

122000 mi

US $70
Engine was missing under load - 10 pounds of turbo boost or so. Recommended fix was removing intake, cleaning intake valves, replacing 4 injectors and installing new intake. Total estimate was $1400. Did not repair. 
Audi A3 in Louisiana, United States
Dec 2007 - Jul 2012
May 2008

6000 mi
Replaced broken clip that secures sun shade in sun roof. 
Apr 2009

14000 mi

US $600
Broken stabilizer bar at right, rear wheel. 
Sep 2011

25000 mi
Rear passenger door lock did not work. Replaced part. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Mar 2012 - May 2012
May 2012

30000 mi
Used about a pint of oil every six weeks. Dealer said this was part of the design, normal. Occasionally noticed leaks. 
Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
May 2007 - Jun 2014
Nov 2007 Intake manifold motor broken. Some flap was stuck open near the turbo. Part ordered from germany, took two weeks, then replaced. 
Jun 2010

42300 mi

US $680
radiator punctured by rock. radiator was corroded, irreparable. replaced 
Jul 2011

52300 mi

US $880
front driver side CV boot and axle were replaced 
Dec 2011

55000 mi

US $470
turbo recirculation valve replacement 
Aug 2012

61000 mi

US $900
Right Front CV Joint torn, replaced with a new axle. Left front axle broke, car towed as a result of bad CV joint, mechanic's fault, covered by warranty. 
Feb 2013

62600 mi

US $90
needed new battery 
Mar 2013

63000 mi

US $1450
two door locks broke and would not lock any longer. front passenger side and rear driver side. 
Jun 2013

64000 mi
Left CV boot torn again. Replaced entire left front axle. 
Audi A3 in New York, United States
May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010

42000 mi
Driver side CV Boot replaced 
Audi A3 in Illinois, United States
Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010

77000 mi
Poor AC performance 
Oct 2010

84000 mi

US $350
continued A/C performance problems, replaced compressor (3X), fan, alternator. Performed flush and recharge. 
Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States
Nov 2010 - Jan 2012
Dec 2010

31000 mi
1. oxygen sensor replaced, coil packs replaced- did not solve problem 2. computer replaced and another sensor- did not solve problem 3. wiring harness replaced, computer replaced again, more sensors replaced-problem solved 
Jan 2012

45000 mi

US $200
Cracked headlamp filament. Trouble replicating the problem. Would not malfunction in the shop. The tech drove it home and back the next day found the problem. Headlamp assembly is ok replaced the lamp. 
Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada
Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009

38440 mi
motor valve flap needs replacing 
Audi A3 in Michigan, United States
Oct 2009 - Apr 2015
Sep 2009

42150 mi

US $125
Replaced headlight leveler lever, which made annoying squeaking noise. Audi covered part of the repair. 
Apr 2011

58000 mi

US $210
Engine check light went on. Emissions purge valve needed replacement. It had to be ordered. Not worried about continued driving before repair. 
Apr 2015

76000 mi
Cooling sensor failed. Sensor and thermostat replaced. Drivers side rear window failed. Motor and frame replaccement. Over $700. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Dec 2009 - Jan 2016
Jul 2010

46000 mi

US $150
Recalled coils. CEL showed a misfire. Turbo control valve had a ripped diaphragm 
Apr 2011

52300 mi

US $50
Engine thermostat needed to be replaced, caused a check engine light, but no driving problems. Caused dash temp sensor to go out, needed to replace entire instrument cluster. 
May 2011

52900 mi

US $100
Installed new instrument cluster. 
May 2012

59100 mi

US $300
Torn CV boot. Replaced fuel sensor and gas cap seal 
Apr 2013

68300 mi

US $100
charcoal emission filter broke apart causing in emissions system. Intermittent check engine light. System had to be cleaned and replaced. System said gas cap fault. 
Dec 2013

75000 mi

US $100
Aux fan would engage when car is turned off, even if car was not warm. The fan would run very high for 2-3 minutes each time the car is turned off. Car was burning oil. Had to put a quart in about every 1500 miles. They have to do a consumption test. 
Mar 2014

76000 mi

US $900
Bad Thermostat, was replaced 
Nov 2015

93900 mi

US $900
Had to replace pass rear axle due to bearing failure 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Dec 2009 - Feb 2022
Mar 2011

54000 mi

US $700
rear sun roof shade latch. Family member broke item 
Apr 2012

61000 mi

US $1200
CV boot replacement thermostat failed 
Jul 2012

65000 mi
dealer performed other TSB items at no charge but was unable to recharge A/C 
Jul 2013

70200 mi

US $1500
CV boot torn and replaced $450. 
Sep 2014

77000 mi

US $2800
Cracked radiator diverter valve torn 
Aug 2017

94000 mi

US $1300
Rear window drive motor failed open. 

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2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD

Audi A3 in Queensland, Australia
Jan 2012 - Jul 2013
Sep 2012

33480 mi

A $210
Routine battery replacement after 3 years 

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2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Audi A3 in Great Britain
Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

116000 mi

£150
heavy vibration at 1500 rpm and above. Cause was wear in the Dual Mass Flywheel New clutch and flywheel fitted 

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2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch

250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States
Dec 2005 - Jul 2010
Jan 2007

15000 mi
Sunroof rattling due to poor alignment. Email 050107: Dealer checked alignment, claimed normal. 
Jun 2007

20000 mi
Squeaky sun roof 
Jan 2008

26000 mi
Evaporative system malfunction. Required new fuel cap. 
Aug 2008

35000 mi
Cracked bolster on driver's seat cushion Rattle in headliner above passenger rear seat. 
Nov 2009

48000 mi
Crack in radiator. Leaking coolant. 
Jan 2010

50000 mi
Coil packs replaced. 
Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States
Aug 2008 - May 2018
Aug 2010

40000 mi
Slight buzzing noise that comes and goes with highway speeds coming from open sky sunroof 
Sep 2010

41000 mi
Fixed sunroof buzz myself with silicone weatherstriping. Lowered buzz by a useful amount. 
Nov 2010

43000 mi
Right pre cat O2 sensor failed 
May 2014

65500 mi

US $750
Heard slight howling noise during coasting/deceleration. Brought to an independent shop to see if was wheel bearing. Shop said there was slight play in the rear wheel bearing, driver's side which may have been the culprit Bluetooth and Voice recognition have stopped working and would not activate. Dealer said bluetooth module has failed and suggested a new one Another dealer has stated that the front, outer CV boots have torn on the small retaining ring, letting grease escape from the CV joint. 
Oct 2014

68000 mi

US $30
Outer CV Boot clamp had come off, slinging grease into suspension components and inner wheel. CV boot was replaced earlier in the year, and possibly clamp wasn't tightened at appropriate location. 
Dec 2014

70000 mi

US $400
Passenger's side inner CV boot has torn. Independent mechanic replaced the boot and repacked CV joint with grease 
Jun 2015

75000 mi

US $437
Passenger side CV Joint Leaking again. Independent mechanic inspected joint and suggested to replace whole axle vs. replace+ regrease axle 
Sep 2016

91000 mi

US $80
Socket to light bulb tray in the rear had shorted out, causing left rear brake light and turn signal to show "bulb out" lights in the rear. Solution was to replace the rear bulb carrier and solder new bulb socket to replace old melted one 
May 2018

116000 mi

US $52
Hood lift support was replaced, old lift had completely failed 
Audi A3 in Utah, United States
Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2010

68000 mi

US $200
Fuel tank evaporation sensor 
Mar 2012

76000 mi

US $100
the piston in the secondary air injection system (for cold starts) was jammed and useless. 
Aug 2013

88000 mi

US $1549
Secondary air pump failed Fuel pump was week and fuel delivery was intermittent in hot weather. The gel battery is not meant to be replaced and should last the life of the vehicle. Indeed, special tools are needed to even access the battery in the trunk. My battery did not last and needed constant charging during cold season. 
Oct 2013

90200 mi

US $117
Fuses 
Jul 2014

96500 mi

US $598
Secondary air pump rusted out again. Stuck valve was allowing water to trickle down. 
Aug 2014

97000 mi

US $225
Evap system fault. Purge control valve was broken. 
Jan 2015

93200 mi

US $824
Front outer constant velocity boots torn 
Mar 2016

117000 mi

US $401
Left-rear window regulator broken, window would not roll up. 
Oct 2016

119500 mi

US $227
One cell in battery completely dead, would not hold charge. Battery is in a compartment that needs special tools to access. 
Aug 2017

126828 mi

US $492
Passenger front lower control arm bushings had excessive play. Replaced right control arm and had the wheels aligned. 
Jan 2018

132130 mi

US $1617
Vibration under high speed acceleration. Replaced both front updated axle half shafts and stud shaft w/ hardware. 
Audi A3 in Ohio, United States
Feb 2009 - Oct 2011
Nov 2009

49000 mi
Starter needed lubing. 
Jul 2010

60000 mi

US $54
Transmission control module needed to be replaced. 
Nov 2010

65200 mi

US $50
Outside temperature gauge not working. 
Sep 2011

78000 mi

US $100
Rear wheel bearing replacement. 
Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2009 - Aug 2013
Feb 2010

32000 mi
Adaptive headlight module failure 
Oct 2011

62000 mi

US $500
Engine running rough after onwer replaced B2S2 O2 sensor, ignition coils and spark plugs. Somewhat improved but still running rough took to dealer. Dealer replaced B2S1 O2 sensor. 
Audi A3 in New York, United States
Sep 2008 - Jun 2018
Jul 2010

22000 mi
Goodwill repair of small cracks in leather seat. 
Aug 2010

22200 mi
ESP light turns on and car reverts to FWD from AWD mode. Light goes away after restart so dealer couldn't replicate it even if taken overnight. One day, light went on and I drove to dealer with the light. Installed repair kit for AWD pump. 
Oct 2014

40200 mi

US $250
Car reverted to FWD. Mechanic indicated AWD pump in need of replacement. Change of pump did not resolve it, indicating control module being issue. Handed over spare control module and pump works fine. 
Audi A3 in Nevada, United States
Dec 2014 - Apr 2018
May 2015

115000 mi

US $50
Right and left inner CV joint boots. Worn and cracked at 8 years and 115,000 miles. 
Aug 2016

133300 mi

US $160
Bad wheel bearing on front and rear right side. 
Jun 2017

149000 mi

US $87
Right front triple roller joint failing; replaced axle. 
Audi A3 in California, United States
Nov 2007 - Jun 2018
Jun 2009

35000 mi
Car was running rich. CEL for implausible O2 sensor reading. Two new pre-cat O2 sensors replaced. Problem has not re-occurred. CEL has not returned. 
Jan 2012

73500 mi

US $70
Inner left (drivers) CV boot torn. Little grease lost, axle still in good condition. Remove axle, clean grease, add new grease and replace CV boot. Install new axle bolt. 
Aug 2012

59300 mi

US $150
Engine coolant not reaching setpoint quick enough. CEL and water temp gauge pegged to the left (i.e. cold). Replaced thermostat, necessary gaskets, and topped off with new G12++ coolant. 
Mar 2014

69000 mi

US $40
CV boot torn. 
Jun 2018

99000 mi

US $40
Right front inner CV boot torn. Minimal grease leaked out. Original to car. Replaced with OEM CV boot kit (boot, clamps, grease, circlip), and axle bolt (single use stretch bolt). 

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2006 Audi A3 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder automated manual 2WD

Audi A3 in California, United States
Feb 2006 - Mar 2010
Nov 2006

14000 mi
Rattle in engine bay repaired by replacing missing screw and tightening loose screw. Open Sky wind noise above normal level. Dealer adjusted to remedy cause. 

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2006 Audi A3 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD

Audi A3 in Ireland
Aug 2010 - Jul 2011
Oct 2010

94860 mi

€100
slight oil leak from turbo 
May 2011

110360 mi

€60
Radio stopped working 

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