2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2008

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (3%)

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (43%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (14%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

156000 mi

US $300
Pads, rotors, flush. 
74560 mi

C $165
Brake failure occurred, i was not able to stop and my pedal sunk to the floor. Dealer says "Brakes are within spec" I still have to pump the breaks occasionally. All pads and rotors <40%. I am going to do brake all around in the summer. 
106640 mi

C $840
Pads, Rotors all around, along with new brake lines and both rear callipers. New master cylinder, original internally leaked and failed. 

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

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

57000 mi

US $3500
ABS module failure, requiring replacement and bleeding the brake system 3 times 
45000 mi

US $550
Rear calipers were sticking and caused abnormally high rear pad wear 
94000 mi

US $500
Traction control sensor in right front wheel malfunctioned, needed to be replaced. 

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

32240 mi

A $700
Brake carrier faulty - replaced 

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2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Brake Problems

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