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2006 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 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.
2006 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (14%)
< $100 (86%)
Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
Engine not specified
| 43000 mi | when lock on passenger side front is engaged it makes a loud squealing sound. |
| 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. |
2006 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 9400 mi | Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Cleaned. Second time. |
| 19200 mi | Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Third time. |
| 24250 mi | Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Cleaned. Fourth time. |
| 46500 mi C $150 |
Rear brake light housing melted around the bulb. Needed a new light unit. |
| 129000 mi US $220 |
Rear drivers window, regulator? cable broke |
2006 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 28000 mi | Air bag light on. Passenger female part of seat belt ordered in Oct and replaced in early December. This fixed problem. |
| 6000 mi | Replaced broken clip that secures sun shade in sun roof. |
| 25000 mi | Rear passenger door lock did not work. Replaced part. |
| 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. |
2006 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD
| 116000 mi US $52 |
Hood lift support was replaced, old lift had completely failed |
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