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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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- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 218 repairs.
2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (18%)
$100 - $499 (29%)
< $100 (41%)
Chart based on 17 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
| 86000 mi US $85 |
Strange noise when engaging clutch. Replaced clutch disc, pressure plate, throw out bearing, hydraulic fluid. |
| 42780 mi | Complained of creaking noise from clutch (for third time). Had to demonstrate for them to acknowledge. Was told that the problem was with the clutch. Reported immediately after buying CPO car, but they did not agree to cover under warranty |
| 53000 mi C $600 |
Leaking drive shafts needed to be replaced. |
| 55800 mi | Clutch had to be replaced due to noise from throw-out bearing. |
2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| 64480 mi | Transmission computer replaced. Covered by manufacturer because of a warranty extension provided for S tronic transmission. |
| 98000 mi US $415 |
Noticed outer CV boot was torn. Mechanic attempted to replace the boot but suggested replacing the whole CV joint. |
| 57000 mi US $110 |
Replaced right axle and cv joints |
| 41540 mi C $550 |
DSG would Shift down to 4th or 2nd gear in D Mode (Normal) and would not shift back up until you switch to manual mode and back to D mode - Rear Wheel Speed sensor and rear wheel bearing was replaced. |
| 91000 mi US $1100 |
Outer CV boots were split |
| 45000 mi | Jerking and slipping in the transmission, found recall for the mechatronic. They could not do the mechatronic at the time until they did some kind of diagnostic. Replaced mechatronic. |
| 46000 mi US $190 |
DSG mechatronic campaign. 90 percent prophylactic. I had only experienced a few episodes of un-smooth clutching at low speeds, but figured a free upgrade was not to be left lying in the road. |
| 23000 mi | Recall for malfunctioning mechatronic unit in DSG transmission that caused poor drivability. Had noticed problem for some time prior to the recall. |
| 20000 mi US $112 |
DSG Mechatronics unit bad, car undrivable |
| 20200 mi | Bad Mechatronics unit. |
| 30300 mi US $275 |
Left out CV boot replaced |
2008 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD
| 35700 mi US $1500 |
Rear Differential blew and was replaced |
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