2009 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 2009

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2009 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (2%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (33%)

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

Other (3%)

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2009 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (60%)

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2009 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

64000 mi ABS module replacement. Covered by a recall. First they tried a reset but that did not work. The ABS brakes and stability control lights were constantly going on and off and occasionally the ABS would activate on dry pavement, reducing braking effectiveness. The car was getting dangerous to drive. 
11000 mi All four brakes (pads, rotors, calipers) were finally replaced as dealer was unable to locate the exact source the noise after four visits. Was paid for under warranty. 

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2009 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 4dr Hatch

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

70000 mi Recall: ABS control module replaced due to recall. 
58000 mi

US $450
Have warning light and sound come on almost everytime I drive the car. The shop was not able to duplicate the problem of find the Fault I was seeing with my ABS/EST system. Very fustrating! 
55500 mi

US $1000
abs controller module failed 

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2009 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Brake Problems

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