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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (3%)

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 repair cost distribution

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in New Jersey, United States Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Jan 2022 5000 mi	Pop Up Media Screen was sticking while extending and retracting. Screen mount and pivoting bracket replaced.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Illinois, United States Feb 2021 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021 20000 mi	Rear view mirror manual dimmer lever was clicking and wouldn’t move the mirror.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Arizona, United States May 2018 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021 36000 mi US $5000	Brake rotors rusted abnormally , damaging brakes . Front especially.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in California, United States Jul 2017 - Jan 2022
Jul 2018 11000 mi	Vibration Noise in exhaust. Rear exhaust replaced.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Ontario, Canada Dec 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2018 3100 mi	Paint is chipping off inside of black sports exhaust at only ~2,500 kms

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2017 - Mar 2018
Nov 2017 4960 mi	front radar sensor out of alignment for Adaptive Cruise Control and PreSense emergency braking system. Bumper removed, and sensor realigned at no cost, under warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Nevada, United States Jul 2017 - Jan 2023
Dec 2022 37000 mi US $250	Water Pump Leaking

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in British Columbia, Canada Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
Jun 2018 3720 mi	Rattle fixed in muffer, I did it myself after I got home, added a washer in the flapper valve for adjustable exhaust sound the dealer tech could not find in four days.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Washington, United States Aug 2017 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021 19000 mi US $175	Small leak from water pump

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in California, United States Jul 2017 - Jun 2018
Jun 2018 8000 mi	Assignable Steering Wheel button intermittently doesn't work.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Texas, United States Sep 2021 - Oct 2022
Jun 2022 62000 mi US $100	Sunroof trim clear coat began peeling. Took to body shop to get sanded and primed for roof to be wrapped.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2018 - Feb 2022
Aug 2021 32860 mi C $2000	Brakes had to be replaced, rotors etc

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in California, United States May 2018 - Jun 2021
Jun 2018 900 mi US $250	Destroyed a tire and had to replace it.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Connecticut, United States Nov 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2018 1000 mi	Drove in, they quickly diagnosed failing latch on EV charge door. Parts ordered. Will return once parts arrive.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Florida, United States - Dec 2017
Dec 2017 300 mi	Gas odor. Inspected, but could not find any defect.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2017 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018 15500 mi C $395	Tire blowout after hitting large pothole at speed. Bent rim (front passenger side). Four wheel alignment required. New tire required. Bent rim straightened.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in New Jersey, United States Apr 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018 4000 mi	Driver side window was impossible to adjust

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Illinois, United States Dec 2016 - Jun 2022
Oct 2021 47400 mi US $561	Replaced rear shocks

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in California, United States Oct 2017 - Nov 2020
Mar 2018 2000 mi	MMI system freezing up.
Mar 2020 12000 mi	Squeaky noise from front end

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Vermont, United States Aug 2016 - Aug 2021
Apr 2018 16000 mi	Bluetooth periodically shut off and wouldn't turn back on without restarting the system. Bluetooth audio wouldn't play.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Connecticut, United States Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Apr 2021 16800 mi	Transmission electronic issue

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Poland Oct 2016 - Jun 2022
Jun 2018 16120 mi	Excessive rust on brake disc drums. Cleaned and painted.

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Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Washington, United States Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2017 200 mi	The charging connector (etron) was locked on, and only was abnle to be disconnected after letting the charging connector discharge by disconnecting it from the wall for a few hours. The dealer wanted to look at it, and concluded that they couldn't find anything wrong. I took the car back and it has worked fine since.

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in California, United States Dec 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018 9000 mi	Module sensor

Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 in Florida, United States Jan 2017 - Jun 2018
Jul 2017 10000 mi	[Infotainment display made] noise when retracting. Replaced motor.

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Audi A3 / S3 in Virginia, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2018
Feb 2017 16000 mi	Water pump failed, replaced under warranty. Coolant level warning light kept going off.
Jun 2017 18000 mi	Back up camera failed, replaced under warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States Mar 2017 - Jun 2018
Apr 2017 7800 mi	Rear passenger door top chrome trim loose.
Jun 2017 12000 mi	Replaced DS rear door top chrome trim that fell off. Other side identical piece also had nearly fallen off when I was in the process of buying the car 3 months ago.
Jun 2018 25000 mi	Have had two low coolant alerts, added a total of about a half liter. Had dealer pressure test and found water pump leaking. Replaced under warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 in Texas, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2022
Apr 2021 25000 mi US $4000	I had a relatively severe tire blowout that required $4K in repairs to the vehicle's magnetic suspension as well as a new rim, along with some trim replacement / touch-up paint in the vicinity of the wheel well with the blown tire.

Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States Jun 2022 - Jun 2023
Jun 2023 45000 mi US $180	Replaced battery

Audi A3 / S3 in Ohio, United States May 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2022 71000 mi US $2200	Broken rear diff, replaced. Audi paid for 75% Trunk latch wires severed after repeated wear

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Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2022
Aug 2016 6000 mi	Interior rear view mirror was replaced under warranty.The mirror was unable to stay in place between day and night mode.

Audi A3 / S3 in Texas, United States Jan 2016 - Mar 2017
Oct 2016 16500 mi	Warped rubber seal around driver's door glass. Seal replaced due to warpage, window regulator replaced due to out-of-position glass.

Audi A3 / S3 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2015 - Sep 2017
Jun 2016 11000 mi	USB port intermittent.
Jun 2017 32059 mi	Biener Audi never removed the shipping blocks from the front suspension.

Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States Feb 2016 - Apr 2016
Apr 2016 3000 mi	Noise and vibration. TSB found, wheel bearing replaced. Water condensation in taillights

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016 6000 mi	Driver side window wasn't rolling up or down with one touch, only if holding the button down the whole time.
Feb 2017 17000 mi	Rear skid plate loose, refitted with new bolts and new anchors.

Audi A3 / S3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2018 - Jun 2022
May 2018 22940 mi	Entered in error

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Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Apr 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2016 5300 mi	retractable shade under the sunroof always retract a bit and leave a slit open rattling and then grinding noise when braking. requires a quiet environment to hear but it seemed something is loose Windshield wiper (driver side) scratches the windshield with unsmooth movement and noise. clicking noise coming from right side of the rear seat
Nov 2016 5600 mi	Retractable shade under the sunroof always retract a bit and leave a slit open. a fix was attempted by reducing the lubricant. It is now better but still leaves a slit open most of the times after drove for a couple of days. Windshield wiper (driver side) scratches the windshield with unsmooth movement and noise. I was told this is one known issue in 2016 Audi A3 e-tron. clicking noise coming from right side of the rear seat
Jun 2018 27000 mi US $300	replaced right front tire. also 25000 mile service

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Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States May 2016 - Jul 2022
Sep 2017 10000 mi US $10	Surprise Low oil warning. Just topped off.
Dec 2017 15000 mi	Armrest stuck in upright position

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Audi A3 / S3 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2022
Jun 2016 1000 mi	Wiper blades chattered first time I used them.
May 2022 14000 mi US $125	Change brake fluid every two years

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Audi A3 / S3 in Quebec, Canada Apr 2015 - Jun 2020
Jan 2017 20460 mi	Keyless entry issues. Unlocking was unreliable. Known TSB for this issue. Dealer replaced door handles under warranty.
Dec 2018 43400 mi	All wheel drive issue : Haldex pump failure. Car was driving like a FWD car. Dealer replace the pump under warranty and that fixed the issue.

Audi A3 / S3 in Ontario, Canada Nov 2016 - Jan 2022
Sep 2018 47740 mi	Left strut bracket repair - still on warranty

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Audi A3 / S3 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2015 - Dec 2017
Jan 2017 10740 mi	Steering would become notchy/stuck in center position when driving at highway speeds for 30+mins making it difficult to smoothly keep car tracking straight. Dealer could not re-create, but agreed to replace steering rack.

Audi A3 / S3 in Rhode Island, United States Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
Mar 2015 6000 mi	Cam sensor actuator was faulty.

Audi A3 / S3 in Illinois, United States Feb 2015 - Aug 2021
Jul 2015 5000 mi	Replaced auto-dimming rear view mirror

Audi A3 / S3 in Florida, United States Jan 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015 6000 mi	Knee airbag was not properly functioning (indicator light came during 5K service).
May 2018 36000 mi	O2 Sensor failed

Audi A3 / S3 in Georgia, United States Aug 2016 - Jul 2022
Dec 2016 22000 mi	Battery failed at 21,000 miles, on a CPO bought 30 Sep 2016.
Aug 2017 34000 mi	Replaced the Haldex AWD controller- it was carrying a static code.
Jan 2021 87000 mi US $84	Oil Leak from pan

Audi A3 / S3 in Lebanon Nov 2016 - Nov 2016
Nov 2016 21700 mi	Coolant leak warning kept showing on the dashboard although no coolant was actually leaking. turned out that the sensor was faulty and had to be changed

Audi A3 / S3 in Florida, United States Feb 2015 - Jun 2019
Jun 2017 25000 mi	battery was dead - replaced under warranty

Audi A3 / S3 in Virginia, United States Feb 2015 - Apr 2018
Jan 2016	Low coolant - determined to be faulty waterpump. Repair took three days.
Apr 2017 18500 mi	Low oil sensor illuminated. Oil checked manually and low. Between 15k service (oil change, etc) and 18.5k miles, needed approximately 1 quart of oil. Audi Arlington could not find problem and explained this as normal or that the service was done incorrectly (oil not topped off at 15k service).
Feb 2018 24000 mi	Thermostat was faulty. No part available for over a month.

Audi A3 / S3 in Michigan, United States Nov 2014 - Jul 2017
Jan 2015 9800 mi	One day the entire rear deck of speakers and subwoofer of the B&O system didn't turn on. After resetting the MMI a few times the speakers came back, still no subwoofer. Dealer diagnosed faulty 5F module, backordered.

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2022
Sep 2015	Button 1 on Homelink did not work.
Jun 2016 5000 mi	Rear shock mount noisy. Covered under Technical Service Bulletin for vehicles with magnetic ride control
Jul 2019 35000 mi US $200	Battery replaced
Aug 2019 37000 mi	Water pump and thermostat replaced Passenger occupancy detection sensor replaced under recall

Audi A3 / S3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2016 - Feb 2022
Feb 2016 4588 mi	Camshaft position sensor failed for cylinder 3. The EPC or fault followed the sensor and replaced on spec.
May 2018 21700 mi	Camshaft position sensor on cylinder one. Sensor replaced under warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 in Victoria, Australia Feb 2015 - May 2019
Mar 2018 21700 mi	engine mount cross brace was making noise under some steering inputs. Mounting bolts were replaced. Steering mount bolts were replaced at the same time

Audi A3 / S3 in British Columbia, Canada Apr 2015 - Jul 2017
Jan 2016 10320 mi	variable valve solenoid tripped an error code - swapped solenoids on the car, and code cleared rather than follow the suspect solenoid. car cleared for use.

Audi A3 / S3 in Illinois, United States Dec 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015 400 mi	Passenger side sunvisor mirror cracked

Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States Nov 2014 - Sep 2017
Dec 2016 48000 mi	Gas cap actuator malfunction. Used obdeleven to obtain dtc b126301. Service writer clueless but told him to give dtc to technitian. Fixed under warranty. Three hour wait.
Jun 2017 58000 mi	Total DSG transmission failure. After an email to CEO Scott KEOGH, Audi Of America replaced the entire transmission via goodwill warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States Oct 2015 - Jun 2018
Apr 2016 1200 mi	No AC, pressure valve and compressor replaced under warranty.

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Audi A3 / S3 in Tennessee, United States Sep 2015 - Jan 2017
Oct 2015 25000 mi	Repair required due to faulty ignition tumbler failing to recognize the key removal and preventing locking. Lost enough coolant to trip the low coolant light. They just topped it off (over a pint!)

Audi A3 / S3 in Idaho, United States Mar 2015 - Feb 2018
Oct 2016 20700 mi	left suspension clunking noise over speed bumps and rapid undulations in road. Left suspension baffle found to be defective, and replaced.
Oct 2017 31000 mi	rattling with rapid and deep compression of left front suspension. TSB suggesting changing bushings and heavily lubricating them.

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Aug 2015 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016 38000 mi	Rear cupholder spring stuck
Mar 2017 71000 mi US $400	Stock shocks needed replacing. Switched to coilovers.

Audi A3 / S3 in Utah, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2016 7700 mi	back up camera fault. Reset software. Functions perfectly again
Jun 2016 8000 mi	terrible odor when A/C in use. Dealer ran it on an ozone machine. smell is mostly better.
Feb 2018 20000 mi	Battery died unexpectedly. Replaced battery and issue was resolved completely

Audi A3 / S3 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2014 - Oct 2015
Sep 2015 9000 mi	Harness within the instrumentation cluster were not installed or were loose and caused a chatter noise at low rpm driving.

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Nov 2014 - Feb 2022
Jun 2015 15000 mi US $200	Because of fuel pump recall, car must of been reflashed because now aftermarket parts that read Canbus signal do not work anymore. Newer 2015 have new ECU that block reflashing which I suspect is the issue.
Feb 2016 24000 mi	The oil level light turned on. Dealer said not to worry and that they burn oil all the time!
Jul 2018 49608 mi US $9000	Regularly maintenanced car, oil starvation, which caused a cylinder #3 spun bearing. This required a new engine that was paid out of pocket since Audi refused to grant warranty.
Feb 2022 68000 mi US $300	Voltage Regulator failed. Showing under 12.8V output when it should be at at least 14V at idle. According to shop, this part fails regularly, and why I was having many dead battery starts.

Audi A3 / S3 in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2016 - Jun 2018
Apr 2018 33000 mi	Quart of oil low.

Audi A3 / S3 in Vermont, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2018
Nov 2017 33000 mi	fuel gauge
Mar 2018 37000 mi	Oxygen sensor replaced.
Apr 2018 38000 mi	Running light out - but it's an LED which part of a large assembly including the headlight, and so the repair would cost $1,200, but will be covered under warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 in Texas, United States May 2014 - Aug 2014
Jul 2014 1200 mi	A3 Prestige has new LED lights. One light fixture had a short and caused the battery to not charge. Car had to be towed to dealer and light fixture ordered which took one day to arrive. Picked up the car two days after it was towed.

Audi A3 / S3 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2018 - Dec 2021
May 2018 34000 mi	Car suddenly went into limp home mode on the freeway. Car had to be towed to the dealer. Plugs and coils were replaced under warranty.
Dec 2021 89000 mi US $400	AC/defrost not working properly. Car was fogging up.

Audi A3 / S3 in New Jersey, United States May 2014 - Jun 2022
May 2014	Fuel pump went bad and died.
Nov 2015 13300 mi	Navigation system failed.

Audi A3 / S3 in New York, United States May 2014 - Oct 2016
Jan 2015 18300 mi	Water pump
Sep 2016 28000 mi	Epc light on in error

Audi A3 / S3 in Quebec, Canada May 2015 - Dec 2018
Jul 2015 6180 mi	AC compressor is at fault. Related to TBS#2038023/3. The keihin condesnor requring a skinnier reciever/dryer.
Mar 2016 13020 mi	Low coolant. Traced leak to the water pump. TSB#203977 Door handle sensors worked intermittently in the cold. The door sensors were replaced. TSB# 202249/1
Jan 2017 31000 mi	Backup camera stopped working. Still waiting for the part GPS having issues tracking. The arrow icon would not stay within the roads
Jun 2017 24800 mi	GPS accuracy issue keeps re-calculating . COAX cable replaced TSB 2037756/1
Mar 2018 32240 mi	Backup camera stop working- Replaced coax cable and repaired wiring at harness connector as needed. Resecured harness with wire wrap. GPS accuracy. Issues with tracking. The roofaerial (8V0035503akgru) and 2 connectors were replaced.
Jul 2018 34838 mi	Hard reset of the MMI System - GPS inaccuracy, same issue as before
Oct 2018 36421 mi	Firmware update for 5F module - sd card #8v0906961aa
Dec 2018 38039 mi	GPS inaccuracy - Replaced 5F module

Audi A3 / S3 in Missouri, United States May 2015 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015 5000 mi	A/C Compressor went out

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Jul 2015 - Sep 2016
Dec 2015 15000 mi	Water pump leak led to coolant leak at a slow rate. Detected on second reporting at 15000 miles service. Fixed under warranty

Audi A3 / S3 in Michigan, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015 9000 mi	Ac Compressor failed. Had to be replace. Could be done in one day, but Audi sent dealer incorrect part and had to be reordered.

Audi A3 / S3 in Washington, United States Sep 2014 - Nov 2015
Feb 2015 2000 mi	Sun roof rattle. Needed adjustment.
Oct 2015 6000 mi	Piece of driver door worked loose but was not built properly at factory. Affected keyless entry and door closing. It also was the source of exterior wind noise the entire time of ownership until the problem worsened enough to discover.

Audi A3 / S3 in District of Columbia, United States Aug 2017 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017 36800 mi	Car wouldn't crank. MMI and all electronics worked. EPC and check engine light appeared. Got towed to closest Audi dealership on Sun night. The next morning they called to say battery died and it was replaced under warranty. Was ready the same day.
Nov 2017 39000 mi US $7	Battery to key fob died. Went to Audi Bethesda and paid $7 for new battery. Took less than 5 minutes.

Audi A3 / S3 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2014 - Oct 2014
Jul 2014 2500 mi	Fuel pump stopped working while driving on highway. Dealer will replace fuel pump and turbo. Car literally turned off on a busy interstate. Barely got to side of the road. Car still in shop waiting for parts.

Audi A3 / S3 in Massachusetts, United States Sep 2014 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015	Module for audi MMI went twice. Audi USA is making a mod for cars built after 45/2014 production.

Audi A3 / S3 in Florida, United States Feb 2015 - Dec 2017
Dec 2016 15000 mi	Replaced engine in vehicle after cylinder 3 grenades the entire engine
Nov 2017 19000 mi	Starter went out on 19k mile car, replaced under warranty

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States May 2015 - Nov 2019
May 2017 46000 mi	Battery died. Dealer said that the original battery supplier had issues and that the new battery was much more reliable. Dealer replaced battery under warranty.
Apr 2018 65000 mi US $170	Performed 24DM Recall relating to the replacement of the high pressure fuel pump. Noticed a noice coming from the front end and it was a part of TSB# 2043424/5 that states that the front control arm bushings needed to be removed and lubricated with grease. With this, an alignment was performed.
Oct 2019 91000 mi US $2600	Coolant pump, thermostat housing, and radiator replaced due to leak.

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Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Mar 2017 - Aug 2020
Aug 2017 31000 mi	Intermittent vehicle electronics malfunction. Shift to P before leaving car. Contact Service. Root caused to defective sensor when transmission was shifted into park. Dealer kept car for two days to replace parking sensor cable. Given courtesy rental A3 for the two days it was in the shop.
Nov 2017 31285 mi	Yellow engine check light MIL stays on after car is started. Double checked that fuel cap was on correctly. Root caused to evap small leak. Installed nvld pressure switch with active charcoal filter.
Jan 2018 31728 mi	Car will not start. Roadside assistance jump started. Root caused to faulty battery cell. Battery replaced under warranty.
Sep 2019 35930 mi US $85	Recall 69Z4 Passenger Occupant Detection System Fuel door stuck close, need to use emergency release to open

Audi A3 / S3 in Puerto Rico Sep 2014 - Sep 2019
Sep 2015 12000 mi	Fuel leak due to internal fault in fuel tank. Dealer's technician performed a fuel tank replacement.
Apr 2018 34000 mi US $300	PVC valve replacement.

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2022
Nov 2017 21000 mi	EVAP System Leak Detected, TSB 2035073/12 performed. NVLD pressure switches and filter replaced. Fuel door malfunction confirmed. New fuel lid bracket and motor replaced
Jun 2018 24996 mi	Audio cuts out intermittently and at random times for 5-10 seconds. This outage applies to AM/FM/Sirius radio. This occurs in both city and freeway areas. Noise from lower control arm bushing Coolant reservoir low Noise (grinding) from front area of vehicle Engine hesitated and EPC light came on after moderate acceleration from a stop. ECU logged Code 15074 - Cylinder Disable (P130A) 17178 - Databus U1123 15179 - Cylinder 3 High Pressure (P03AF)

Audi A3 / S3 in Maryland, United States May 2014 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 6000 mi US $800	Needed all new wheels and tires due to shaking at 40mph and above. Didn't fix the problem. Power window would not go up automatically. fter the 4th repair attempt (charging me the whole time saying it was not covered under warranty) they then told me it was a feature of the car that was prohibiting the windows from working properly.

Audi A3 / S3 in Michigan, United States May 2015 - Jan 2018
Jul 2015 3200 mi	Clunking noise at full steering lock (both sides). Dealer said they had a campaign for this. At this time, they only lubricated the steering box. Car very noisy at startup. Dealer said it is normal for 1.8 TFSI A3.
Nov 2015 5400 mi	Recurring clunking noise at full steering lock. This time the dealer replaced the steering box under warranty. Problem solved.

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Audi A3 / S3 in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2014 - Nov 2016
Nov 2015 11900 mi	The car was reporting low coolant levels and refusing to start when the fluid level was actually within the designated marks. Apparently this is a known issue, and the fluid must be at max or above as the reservoir is mismarked.

Audi A3 / S3 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2016 - Dec 2016
Dec 2016 81000 mi	Interior dome light not working.

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Oct 2014 - Nov 2018
Apr 2015 5700 mi	Driver's seat bottom was not completely smooth upon delivery. Audi agreed to replace leather material on driver's seat bottom under warranty.
Oct 2016 27300 mi	MMI system intermittently since purchase did not produce sound either through the radio or through the Bluetooth connection of the cell phone. This occurred about once every 20-30 starts. Engine restart solved problem. Audio would intermittently cut out. Service manager finally experienced it, and ordered a new computer module, under warranty.

Audi A3 / S3 in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2015 - Feb 2016
Feb 2016 18000 mi	Cold snap in New England caused the glow plug to flash and lose power.

Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States May 2016 - Aug 2017
Jul 2016 6300 mi	Driver's side knee airbag was defective.

Audi A3 / S3 in District of Columbia, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2022
Jul 2015 2200 mi	cam shaft adjustment valve was stuck in open. The dealer replaced the valve.
Nov 2017 17000 mi	Turned out to be a dead battery. Apparently this is a known fault with some Audi A3 batteries from 2015. The battery was replaced and all systems checked out.
Nov 2021 47000 mi US $900	The AdBlue valve wasn't functioning properly and there was a leak, so I was getting error messages and warnings that after a certain number of miles I wouldn't be able to start the car. The problem was quickly diagnosed but the delay in fixing it was receiving the part.

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Audi A3 / S3 in New South Wales, Australia Feb 2016 - Sep 2016
Mar 2016 13020 mi	Yet to be verified. Noisey thrust bearings in clutches.

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Audi A3 / S3 in Texas, United States Oct 2014 - Apr 2017
Oct 2015 4200 mi	Convertible top would not close.

Audi A3 / S3 in Georgia, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
Apr 2016	Burned out taillight assembly

Audi A3 / S3 in Illinois, United States Sep 2015 - Jun 2018
Nov 2015 4400 mi US $589	FOB not always recognized. There was a missing sensor prevented triangulation.

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Audi A3 / S3 in California, United States Jul 2015 - Jul 2018
Sep 2017 29000 mi	Warranty replacement of failed battery
Jun 2018 37816 mi	Upon startup, I was receiving a sporadic warning to not exceed 4500 rpm. This would reset after a restart. The dealer diagnosed the problem as a faulty thermostat. It was replaced along with attendant gaskets. The cooling system was flushed and refilled.

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Audi A3 / S3 in Great Britain Dec 2013 - Dec 2016
Jun 2016 47000 mi	Condensor unit failed. Fracture in piping.
Sep 2016 52000 mi	Fuel pump was making a high pitched humming noise. Was deemed faulty and was replaced under warranty. Car still drove OK, but noise was unbearable.

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Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States - Mar 2013
Jan 2013 5000 mi	Replaced left front axle, flange, hub, and bearings. Vibration went away. Came back roughly 1000 miles later.
Mar 2013 6000 mi	All 4 wheel bearings replaced. No real difference that I could tell. Problem still exists.

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 24001 mi	Alternator failed & had to be replaced. Covered under warranty.

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Audi A3 in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2014 - Jun 2022
Sep 2014 18577 mi	Water pump leaking; replaced
Dec 2015 29337 mi	Water pump replaced (no failure) under Audi open campaign
Sep 2017 43298 mi	Takata Airbag Safety Recall - driver frontal airbag inflator replaced
Nov 2017 45011 mi	Driver seatback rear panel coming off - I felt as a result of the airbag inflator replacement, but that wasn't ever really confirmed or denied by the dealer. lol. However, they repaired at no charge. They re-epoxied the clips that hold the seatback panel on.

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Audi A3 in Nevada, United States - Oct 2014
May 2013 12800 mi	Found water pump leaking after road trip. This is the primary water pump and not the recirculating pump. Very concerned since car has low miles and is not driven hard at all. Found out this is a common problem across all 2.0T engines.
Feb 2014 20000 mi	Went to start car after sitting for a week, battery did not have enough power to start vehicle. Drove home after getting jump, no problems. Car sat for one hour, same thing. Dealer came and got car, replaced battery and power relays.
Oct 2014 26500 mi	Water pump was found leaking again, had the first one fail at 13k and now here we are at 26k and another water pump failure. Obviously a very poor design, this is the 3rd repair on this vehicle. Very disappointed in Audi.

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Audi A3 in Arkansas, United States - Nov 2012
Nov 2012 8150 mi	Examined front driver door frame rubber seal, which was starting to come up from the floor. Ordered replacement on warranty.

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States - Dec 2017
Dec 2017 146000 mi	emissions canister plugged and needed replacing.

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Audi A3 in Turkey Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017 62620 mi $300	The low coolent warning light came in, topped it up and later came on again. Mechanic found a defective hose and replaced it.

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Audi A3 in New Zealand Aug 2020 - Jan 2022
Sep 2020 93620 mi $726	Faulty inlet manifold replaced, was causing engine warning light to appear yellow, and lowered performance of the car
Aug 2021 97340 mi $218	Worn boot hinges replaced and painted. One hinge had completely broken making it very difficult to close the boot correctly.

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Audi A3 in New York, United States Dec 2014 - Jan 2015
Dec 2014 49000 mi	Cracked rear stabilizer; replaced under warranty.

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Audi A3 in Washington, United States Aug 2014 - Dec 2015
Dec 2014 28000 mi	Car ran rough, would die after several seconds. First happened 12/31/14, towed to dealer but they couldn't replicate the problem. Happened again 2 weeks later, again towed to dealer. This time they replaced the fuel filter.
Jan 2015 28000 mi	Car started, ran rough and died.
Feb 2015 28300 mi	Car started, ran rough and died.

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Audi A3 in Florida, United States Sep 2014 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015 46900 mi	High pressure fuel pump, and two fuel injectors froze open.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Jan 2011 - Mar 2016
Aug 2015 41840 mi C $275	Replaced dead battery

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2015 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017 C $200	Replaced downstream O2 sensor

Audi A3 in Colorado, United States May 2013 - Jan 2015
Jan 2014 58000 mi US $89	Replaced Intake Manifold, Throttle Body, Radiator Temp Sensor (failure happened during repair of previous mentioned parts)
Apr 2014 61700 mi US $89	Dead Ignition Coil. Second dead ignition coil about 30 days later.
Nov 2014 70700 mi	Latch for center arm rest broken - did not attempt to repair, replacement ~$300. (most likely valet error, could not trace to place blame)

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Sep 2016 55000 mi	Rattle and wind noise depending on window position of driver, front passenger doors, front driver and passenger doors squeaking when opened.

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada Jun 2013 - Sep 2021
Sep 2013 45880 mi	Wheel Bearings Replaced
Jun 2014 53940 mi C $650	Ignition coils failed and replaces.

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Apr 2017 598300 mi C $275	Engine light keeps coming on. The evaporation valve was the culprit as per the computer code.

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Audi A3 in Georgia, United States May 2015 - Sep 2018
Sep 2015 38000 mi	Adjusted timing of automatic shifting.
May 2017 50500 mi US $350	Problem with pressure sensors in fuel tank and injector manifold. Likely caused by water in diesel fuel. Diagnosis from codes was impossible.

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Feb 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015 56000 mi US $1400	Water pump 'disintegrated' leaving us stranded. Timing belt and water pump replaced. Leak down test showed no damage to cylinders or valves.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Sep 2013
May 2012 17700 mi US $100	took in for recalls and they also replaced a taillight lamp.
Dec 2012 22000 mi	ink stain from factory on rear armrest

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2011 - May 2015
May 2015 54000 mi US $80	Transmission was making noise in 5th gear. Transmission was replaced under CPO warranty.

Audi A3 in New Hampshire, United States Oct 2010 - Nov 2016
Feb 2013 36500 mi	Sun visor clip snapped off when inserting the sun visor.
Feb 2014 52600 mi	Second time a sun visor clip snapped.
May 2015 74000 mi US $150	Battery just died without warning and could not be jump started, not even by garage.
Jun 2015 75000 mi	Exhaust valve flapper stuck open.

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Mar 2015 - Feb 2017
Oct 2015 53300 mi US $400	Car would not start, towed to shop. Diagnosed defective battery, replaced, tested electrical system.
Dec 2016 71000 mi US $300	Replaced several exhaust hangers that were broken.

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Jun 2012 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017 46000 mi	DPF cracked and clogged the EGR valve, throwing a check engine light. Car still ran fine, didn't bother getting it fixed as I was selling the car back to the dealership re: TDI emissions scandal.

Audi A3 in New York, United States Sep 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 70000 mi US $350	Check engine light resulted in fuel systems-related error. Fuel filter replaced.

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2013 - Jun 2022
Mar 2013 14000 mi	check engine light came on with reduction in power, taken to dealer who did extensive road check found that fuel line was kinked and replaced
Jun 2015 34200 mi	mechtronics unit replaced faulty mechatronics unit replaced by Audi at no cost, the vehicle was 6 weeks out of warranty but Audi acknowledged the the fault and picked up the tab
Aug 2015 38500 mi	approx. 3000 miles later similar symptoms with transmission occurred and Audi decided to replace the whole transmission at no cost. vehicle is 10 weeks out of warranty
Jun 2018 67000 mi	exhaust system recall for 2.0L diesel engines
Feb 2022 90000 mi US $504	brake fluid and coolant exchange

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States May 2011 - Jun 2013
Nov 2011 5000 mi	Heated seats did not work! Dealer insisted seats working as designed. We searched problem and found a software fix that dealer did not know about. Heat has now improved but not like the A4's (6 of them) we had in past. Disappointed in Audi.

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Apr 2011 - Jan 2017
Jun 2011 3000 mi	check engine light came on. dealer replaced two sensors--light out.
Aug 2014 31700 mi	Turbo making a "whistling" sound, monitored for 6 weeks. Sound getting louder. Replaced turbo.
Aug 2015 42500 mi	ignition cylinder was defective ignition cylinder replaced

Audi A3 in New Hampshire, United States Nov 2010 - Oct 2016
Nov 2013 67700 mi US $100	relay replacement
Oct 2016 135000 mi US $780	Front wheel bearing Exhaust gas recirculation filter clogged causing check engine light.

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Apr 2011 - Dec 2016
Dec 2013 40000 mi	Glove compartment hinge cracked and was not closing properly. Glove compartment door was replaced.
Jan 2014 39100 mi	Glow plug light flashing. Check engine light on. Car was losing power for a brief period.
Apr 2016 74300 mi	Check engine light reported problem with emission system. EGR relay was replaced. Check engine light was fixed but returned after a couple of days. Check engine light was evaluated a second time, and the recommended repair was to replace the diesel park upset filter and an EGR filter, which was declined due to cost.
Dec 2016 79000 mi	Check engine light never resolved.

Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States May 2011 - Jan 2017
Jun 2015 47000 mi	Leak in fuel tank
Aug 2015 50700 mi	leak in fuel tank, had to replace
Oct 2015 51500 mi	battery could not hold charge
Feb 2016 55400 mi US $2300	fuel pump failure and replacement of high pressure injectors
May 2016 58500 mi US $700	Low pressure injector failed.
Jul 2016 59300 mi US $200	Erratic power loss
Jan 2017 54000 mi	Cause of erratic power loss never found.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jul 2013 - Feb 2017
Sep 2013 64000 mi US $50	Fuel housing leaking diesel
May 2016 103000 mi US $125	Noted increased time for the AC to start. Checked by dealership, and concluded the compressor will eventually stop working. No leaks, but pressure too high and will stop working.
Jun 2016 103000 mi US $6	The back panel from the front driver and front passenger seat came apart. The adhesive markers were very dry, notable heat and humidity have taken effect to these panel in my location. Applied Permatex 5 minutes epoxy (x2), ~$6, but need 1.
Sep 2016 107000 mi US $5	Driver door attn rest handle tire in half upon shutting the door. Placed epoxy to join the torn section, x2 because the 1st attempt didn't hold up to the epoxy. Summer heat & humidity. Back seat panel came off as well.

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Audi A3 in Spain May 2012 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 13020 mi	S-Tronic Transmission failed. A new mechatronic unit had to be imported from Germany and installed. I traded the car as-is and will never buy another car with auto transmission again.

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Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Feb 2014 - Dec 2016
Mar 2016 73160 mi C $600	blower motor replaced. audi dealer cost 700 $ small mechanic shop 550. both after market blower 87.50 plus 0.5 hours work

Audi A3 in Kansas, United States Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 111000 mi US $600	Compressor failed

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Audi A3 in Brazil Jan 2013 - Mar 2017
Jan 2014 39300 mi $500	Since I went stage 2 my hpfp started acting up and current fuel at WOT. Simple hpfp swap and 1 hour of labor resolved the issue.
Aug 2014 37700 mi $150	water pump leaked. replaced it.
Apr 2015 43180 mi $150	DSG Issues with changing from D to R or from N to D or R. Replaced mechatronic unit - didn't help (good thing it was a borrowed unit). Now bought a clutchpack and waiting for install. hope that resolves it.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2011 - Mar 2015
Aug 2013 40400 mi	Battery not charging. Battery replaced under warranty.

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Audi A3 in New York, United States May 2011 - Jul 2011
Jun 2011 14000 mi	Oil leak from oil pan plug. Turns out it got stripped during previous oil change. Had to replace entire oil pan. Once warm, the DSG (dual-clutch) transmission bangs into gear when coming to a stop or beginning to move, causing uncontrollable lurches. Research shows previous year models had recalls regarding this. Dealer refused to acknowledge problem.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada May 2011 - Oct 2013
Aug 2011 22940 mi	Car was "jerking" and stuttering on cold starts and RPM's between 1500-2000. Was told that 2 fuel injectors were damaged and leaking fuel. Dealer replaced all 4 fuel injectors. Problem has been resolved.
Jun 2012 32860 mi	Driver sun visor clip failed to latch. Dealer replaced under warranty
Oct 2012 36160 mi	Battery would not hold a charge. No accessory units like cellphone or GPS devices were ever plugged in. Car was less than 3 years old. Told that the battery was defective. Dealer replaced only the battery.

Audi A3 in Utah, United States May 2011 - Mar 2016
Mar 2013 20000 mi	R&R'd a portion of the wiring harness that included O2 sensors.

Audi A3 in Quebec, Canada - Aug 2010
Aug 2010 4712 mi	Noise at the Haldex system. They fix a new one.

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Audi A3 in Great Britain Nov 2012 - Jun 2015
Sep 2014 26000 mi	Auxiliary drive belt tensioner failed resulting in loss of charging - whole system shut down and car had to be recovered to garage. The previous failure, described above, confused the auto gearbox software necessitating a computer re-set.

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Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada May 2011 - Dec 2014
Jul 2013 58160 mi C $400	Battery died. Got a jump start from local Automobile Association (BCAA - see bcaa.ca), drove to dealership, had battery replaced.
Dec 2013 63240 mi C $250	Blown bulb in left rear tail light fused to housing, requiring the replacement of entire housing.
Feb 2014 65720 mi	Exhaust flap malfunction. Covered under extended warrantee

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States Nov 2013 - Jan 2017
May 2014 85000 mi	Exhaust pressure control valve (OBD II code p047F) went bad, was replaced under warranty for emissions systems (up to 120,000miles). I got great gas mileage because of the issue, but had it repaired anyhow

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2017
Jul 2012 41000 mi	AC worked intermittenly. AC would come on maybe 1 out of 5 attempts to turn it on. Dealer reported AC compressor would be replaced under warranty and ordered one. I got a loaner car while the part was on order.

Audi A3 in Illinois, United States May 2011 - Feb 2017
Jul 2011 21000 mi	Air bag light came on. Took car to dealer 4 times to have it fixed. Light kept coming on each time. On last visit called service manager to elevate issue. AoA was called to help, part is ordered but on back order, wires need to be changed.

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada May 2011 - Jan 2018
Feb 2012 24800 mi	right front wheel bearing was found to be faulty and replaced
Jun 2013 45260 mi	leaking vacuum hose, repaired under warranty
Jul 2013 45960 mi	driver side mirror would not adjust. The mechanism had come loose.
May 2015 77100 mi	The engine check light came on intermittently. A sensor had to be replaced.
Sep 2015 83700 mi	Exhaust flap malfunction. The dealer said it was out of warranty but after my search revealed that VW extended the warranty for this part, Audi agreed to replace it without charge.
Sep 2017 99200 mi	airbag replacement

Audi A3 in Oregon, United States Jan 2011 - Jan 2016
Dec 2013 50000 mi	Tail light replaced, internal electrical issue. Had to order a part which is why it took a a couple days
Jun 2015 60000 mi US $2900	Dual mass flywheel - replaced AC recharged
Oct 2015 62500 mi US $2000	Replaced cracked intercooler
Dec 2015 64000 mi	High pressure fuel pump failure necessitated replacing entire fuel system
Jan 2016 65000 mi	Something in the exhaust system clogged.

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States May 2011 - May 2012
May 2012 33000 mi	Battery dead; replaced under warranty.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States May 2010 - Jul 2014
Apr 2012 25700 mi	Heated seats would not get warm
Feb 2014 49000 mi	Engine cranking very slowly in cold weather. Dealer replaced the battery free under warranty. Good as new.

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Audi A3 in Great Britain Nov 2013 - Jul 2021
Jan 2018 83000 mi £1458	Warning light said clutch overheating stop car. Garage diagnosed it as mechatronics unit failure. The cost of the part alone is over £1000. The part took about 3 weeks to arrive from Germany. Audi would give no assistance whatsoever despite this being a common problem. I asked for the old part and was given it but they had to check it was the right one as they had done a few of these units recently. Didn't expect a brand like Audi to fail so spectacularly at this mileage. Will not be buying another and will be looking to get rid of this before I get another expensive bill.

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Audi A3 in Belgium Dec 2014 - Jan 2016
Mar 2015 69440 mi	Battery was dead because i don't drive it often so charged my battery a day, afterwards problem solved
Aug 2015 71080 mi €330	Rear windscreen wiper failure due to broken wiper motor

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Audi A3 in Texas, United States Aug 2010 - May 2011
Sep 2010 16000 mi	Clip for sunshade broke off
May 2011 28000 mi	Center console in back seat broke

Audi A3 in Arizona, United States Apr 2014 - Aug 2016
Jul 2014 68000 mi US $10	Seatbacks are glued on from the factory. The adhesive has failed and the seatbacks have fallen off.

Audi A3 in Utah, United States Oct 2009 - Jul 2012
Jun 2010 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.
Aug 2011 22000 mi	Clutch "exploded" at 21k miles due to throwout bearing failure. Flywheel, master and slave cylinder, throwout bearing, clutch disc, clutch material all had to be replaced. Dealer refused to warranty but Audi of America did cover repairs Dead pixels in radio LCD. Replaced radio under warranty Unintended acceleration. Dealer not sure if software/sensor problem or gas pedal physically sticking. Either way they were unable to reproduce and therefore did not repair.
Apr 2012 29500 mi	Blower motor failed Pollen filter housing damaged when dealer replaced blower motor, caused water to flood cabin through car wash

Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 57000 mi	massive oil consumption

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Feb 2013 - Jun 2022
Feb 2013 21000 mi	Car died on side of road. Dealer replaced alternator and battery. Didn't fix problem. Eventually replaced control module.
May 2013 25000 mi	Check engine light came on. Dealer said is was dirty connector near mass air flow sensor, cleaned it and reset.
Jan 2015	Right rear door stopped locking and unlocking with remote or interior pushbutton. I took apart and repaired the power lock mechanism. Working for now, but may have to buy a replacement eventually.
Mar 2017 52000 mi US $100	Replace thermostat
Oct 2017 54000 mi	Intake manifold valve arm fell off. Put it back on
Jun 2022 101000 mi US $50	Replaced ignition coils

Audi A3 in Oregon, United States Jul 2009 - Jul 2012
Jan 2012 42000 mi	Cylinder misfire. Exchanged ignition coils between two cylinders. Used fuel additive.

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Dec 2016 - Feb 2019
Jan 2017 63000 mi US $10000	Engine sludge
Mar 2017 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.
Jul 2017 73000 mi	Front seat back keep falling off. Finally used construction adhesive and clamps to reattach as the clips don’t hold. Poor German workmanship.
Oct 2017 79600 mi US $400	Replaced both front axles due to bad inner CV joints
May 2018 94444 mi US $300	Dealer replaced intake manifold under extended warranty Carbon buildup removed by dealer for $300.00
Jan 2019 115000 mi US $100	Replaced both front wheel bearings AGAIN! First time was at 50k so I guess the NAPA ones are a little better than OEM. It took very little time since I’ve been down this road before, but really annoyed to have to do it again. Replaced PVC valve to cure a number of CEL codes.
Feb 2019 114500 mi US $25	Replaced bad coil pack

Audi A3 in Colorado, United States Nov 2010 - Aug 2017
Apr 2011 29800 mi	Locking unit working intermittently (both from remote, or from lock/unlock door switch).
Aug 2014 80000 mi US $585	Symptom: engine light. Carbon removal, two fuel injectors replaced. High pressure fuel pump also replaced.
Oct 2015 92300 mi US $621	EPC/check engine light came on. Vehicle would exhibit loss of power. Dealer replaced throttle body connectors.

Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2014 - Dec 2014
Nov 2014 52000 mi US $85	"Software glitch" dealer ran a SW flash and said throttle body also was not sealed. Dealer had serviced the throttle body in August - I strongly suspect shoddy dealer work led to this issue and "SW Glitch" was covering their butts.

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada Aug 2013 - Jun 2022
Oct 2013 59000 mi C $280	Corrosion on wire to horn, horn did not beep when car locked or unlocked.
Nov 2014 61160 mi C $280	Intermittent loss of power to instrument cluster, possibly caused by freezing weather. Shop could not identify problem, no repairs made.
Feb 2015 62000 mi C $230	Fuel in tank slightly low, engine cutting out while driving. Low pressure fuel pump and fuel filter checked. Restriction in fuel filter found, filter replaced. Symptoms did not change.
Feb 2016 62820 mi C $1500	Three failed door lock actuators
Mar 2017 66030 mi C $290	Brake and trunk light
May 2021 70229 mi C $1200	Broken wired in harness to driver's door. Replace speaker in driver's door Replaced right rear door lock acutator Replace trunk latch
Oct 2021 71521 mi C $1090	Radiator cracked, no coolant, replaced radiator. Replace driver door lock actuator.
Mar 2022 72403 mi C $150	Passenger door speaker cone blown, replaced with new Audi part.
May 2022 73140 mi C $200	Corrosion in right tail light bulb holder. Replace part with new Audi part.

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Nov 2012 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 30000 mi US $600	Air intake flap

Audi A3 in California, United States Mar 2009 - Apr 2012
Aug 2009 5000 mi	Outside temperature sensor displayed an incorrect value, was replaced. This was done as part of the 5000 mile service
Sep 2011 27000 mi	Driver's door bottom weatherstripping torn
Feb 2012 32000 mi	Replaced battery

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Audi A3 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Dec 2021 11780 mi C $415	Engine running poorly on start up. Found misfires on cylinders 3,4 and 5. Removed plugs and found them to be fouled and cylinders to be flooded. Replaced all 5 spark plugs. Check engine light displayed when car was picked up. Low efficiency code came up during diagnosis indicating primary and secondary catalytic converters needed replacing.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Apr 2017 - Jul 2022
Jun 2018 96000 mi US $400	Air intake replaced, coil packs replaced

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2014 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015 76000 mi US $28	One of the filaments of a double filament bulb burnt out. It looked normal but the dashboard showed an alert.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2010 - Apr 2012
Apr 2010 10540 mi C $500	Still dealing with dealership

Audi A3 in California, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 71000 mi US $836	Throttle body replaced

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 New Jersey, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 24000 mi	Engine suddenly dies at highway speeds. Coasts to shoulder, restarts. This has happened on three occasions always at highway speeds. The most recent time it started and dies 3X on shoulder. Dealer says no error codes and cannot replicat

Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States Feb 2010 - Nov 2013
Oct 2010 4000 mi	ring connector in steering column replaced, connector transmits airbag and steering wheel button signals. airbag not functional until replacement
Jun 2011 13000 mi	Back of driver seat fell off, dealer glued back in place.

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States May 2009 - Nov 2016
May 2011 11500 mi	Have intermittent rattle coming from right rear of car. Dealer could not replicate the problem. Problem is still occurring, so a return trip is in my future until it can be fixed.
Nov 2012 19300 mi	Headlamp and turn signal out completely on right side; needed new control module and fuse box; had to order parts.
Mar 2013 21000 mi	Loose screw on inside of hatchback.

Audi A3 in California, United States - Apr 2011
Oct 2008 1000 mi	window motor replacement
Jul 2009	engine turned itself off- key fob was replaced
Apr 2011 18000 mi US $60	battery died and could not hold a charge. Replaced

Audi A3 in South Dakota, United States Sep 2015 - May 2016
Dec 2015 170000 mi	Failure of coil. Replaced OEM. Failed again under 1 year. They failed to cover the replacement one on warranty. Both times disabled vehicle. Second time they replaced all 4 coils.
Feb 2016 171400 mi	Failure of electronic position sensor on foot pedal. Replaced OEM. Failed again under a year. Refused to cover under warrantee.
Mar 2016 175000 mi US $1500	Bad electrical on intake manifold. There is a technical note on this warranty extends to 130,00 miles. Mine failed right after that. Paid full price for OEM replacement. It failed 11 months later. Dealer failed to cover. 3 strikes.
May 2016 175000 mi US $178	Well it failed again. All of it. The ignition sysstem. Intake manifold. Accelerator position sensor. All of them throwing errors. All have been replaced at least twice by the dealer. I had it towed away and bought a Ford

Audi A3 in California, United States Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
Apr 2013 37000 mi	Lighting Controller Failure - half of the lights failed entirely. TPMS system failure
Jun 2013 37000 mi US $180	They replaced much of the wiring loom and the battery

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Jan 2014 - Nov 2014
Jan 2014 49000 mi US $10	Back of driver's seat came loose
May 2014 52700 mi	Running lights and turn signals malfunctioned. Bulbs were okay. Fuse module needed replacement.

Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2019
Jun 2013 37000 mi	Intake manifold replaced at 36,500 mi under OEM warranty
Jun 2014 49000 mi US $291	Passenger door lock failed. Won't lock. $450 parts and labor to replace motor One of two horns failed. $450 parts and labor quoted to replace.
Apr 2018 92000 mi US $1100	Carbon build up cleaning from direct injection design flaw: Cleaned intake valves, removed intake manifold, replaced gaskets, 8 hours of labor

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Audi A3 in California, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2013
Oct 2009 26000 mi	Sensor out of calibration
Jun 2011 45000 mi	Sensor replaced Seatbelt sensor faulty
May 2013 55000 mi US $285	Glove box latch broken, requires replacement of entire glovebox

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 New Jersey, United States Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Jun 2016 60000 mi US $850	Fuse controlling right headlights melted instead of breaking requiring replacement of entire engine fuse box and fuses

Audi A3 in Oregon, United States Jul 2009 - Oct 2009
Aug 2009 14000 mi	Problems with numerous interior rattles and squeaking brakes.
Sep 2009 14000 mi	Driver's side exterior door handle was contacting the door and scratching the paint.

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada May 2009 - Dec 2017
Sep 2010 9920 mi	Door handle rubbing against body. Minor realignment of handle solved problem.
May 2012 20960 mi	Check engine light on intermittently. Replaced intake manifold. Coolant fan replaced, I never noticed it wasn't working.
Feb 2015 35340 mi	Intake manifold cleaned replaced some parts.

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010 18500 mi US $110	Check engine light intermitently on/off over course of 2 weeks and then came on continuously. Dealer ran diagnostics and could find no problem. Reset check engine light (no other repairs done). Check engine light intermitently on/off over course of 2 weeks and then came on continuously. Dealer ran diagnostics and could find no problem. Reset check engine light (no other repairs done).
Oct 2010 20000 mi	Air conditioning sporatically would not work. Dealer ordered parts and replaced failing compressor under warranty.
May 2011 25000 mi	Door edge seal damaged. Part ordered & will have to return for installation. Windshield trim coming loose. Dealer will repair when return to install parts associated with another repair.
Jan 2012 29600 mi	Horn not working (replaced both horns & coil in steering column under warranty). Repaired rear sunshade latch (under warranty). Standard 5k oil/filter change. Horn not working. Had to replace both horns as well as coil in steering column. Replaced broken rear sunshade latch. Oil/filter change.
Oct 2012 35000 mi	Periodic buzzing sound in engine near AC compressor. Dealer unable to determine problem & is continuing to investigate.
Aug 2014 50000 mi US $850	Thermostat failed requiring replacement of water pump (thermostat is part of water pump).
Nov 2014 53000 mi US $650	Replaced broken drivers side seat back and damaged door weatherstrip/moulding.
Oct 2015 59300 mi US $200	Replaced leaking right front tie-rod. Issue found when replacing brake pads and rotating tires.
Jun 2016 64000 mi US $525	Intake manifold failed and had to be replaced. Rear passenger door lock had to be replaced.
Feb 2017 69000 mi US $1850	Coolant leak. Replaced water pump & seals. Oil leak.
Jun 2017 70000 mi	Recall: ABS control module replaced due to recall. Recall:: Takata drivers side airbag (partial) replacement. Replaced inflator under recall. Not full recall replacement which is still forthcoming.
Nov 2017 72450 mi US $750	Replaced cracked engine mount (dogbone mount). Also performed 75k service (Haldex, DSG, Oil) and replaced rear brake pads.
Dec 2017 72450 mi	Replaced failing mechatronics unit (DSG transmission controller) under 10yr/100k extended warranty.
Feb 2018 74000 mi US $350	Center console cup holder replaced (broken).

Audi A3 in California, United States Nov 2014 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 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!

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Dec 2008 - Nov 2019
Sep 2009 4000 mi	Defective temp switch on transmission - sends a signal of overheating which switches transmission to neutral and tells the driver to depress the brake. Found out about it on the NHTSA site.
Sep 2011 23000 mi	Check engine light came on, camshaft sensor had to be replaced under warranty.
Mar 2013 38000 mi US $150	Replaced battery
Feb 2016 50900 mi US $125	Horn replacement
Jun 2017 62000 mi	Warranty replacement of intake manifold - error code P2015
Aug 2017 64000 mi US $2100	Replaced turbo due to a faulty wastegate rod

Audi A3 in Illinois, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2017
Apr 2011 24000 mi	driver side turn signal was out. Dealer replaced the part.
Dec 2011 33000 mi	Exterior trim around sunroof was detaching
Jan 2012 34000 mi	Hatch strut support failed
Jun 2012 40000 mi	4 light bulbs were out and were replaced. All were in the rear of the vehicle.
Aug 2012 43000 mi	Battery would not retain charge after 3 years
Nov 2012 46000 mi	Ignition coil went out. Car was not driveable.
Apr 2013 52000 mi US $100	Ignition coil issue signaled by check engine light. Coil pack and spark plug were moved to two different cylinders and the issue could not be reproduced. Later returned.
May 2013 52000 mi US $360	Engine misfiring. Ignition coil replaced
Jan 2014 51300 mi US $500	CEL for intake flap. Carbon build up was cleaned from engine.
Mar 2014 68000 mi US $425	CEL light. Car would have trouble starting. Intake was replaced and the issue was resolved
Oct 2014 80500 mi US $500	replaced axel shaft
Sep 2015 96000 mi US $550	Frayed wiring harness in driver side door. unable to roll down window
Jan 2016 86700 mi US $1000	abs controller module failed
Jan 2017 103800 mi US $1500	Torn axel boots on both sides. Both axel shafts replaced

Audi A3 in Alaska, United States - Jan 2009
Jan 2009 2200 mi	Drivers side Window switch stopped automatically raising and lowering window with 1 press.

Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia Feb 2010 - Jul 2011
Feb 2011 28520 mi	Power window motor/controller unit replaced. Issue was motor would continue to run after driver's window was already fully up. Would 'click' about 5 times.

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Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia Apr 2010 - Jul 2013
Oct 2010 3720 mi	Engine warning, "Do not exceed 4,000 RPM". Dealer had Technical Bulletin. Software upgrade required.
May 2011 6800 mi	No windscreen washer fluid to rear window. Nozzle blocked. Repaired by dealer at 12 month service.

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Audi A3 in Turkey Dec 2014 - Jul 2016
Nov 2015 30380 mi	Transmission locked up on a hill, car wouldn't move either forward or reverse, though the gear selector was not locked in any position. Engine light on, scanner reads faulty oxygen sensor. Update: the mechanic thinks that it was due to some bad gas in the tank. I started using a different brand gasoline and it has been fine, since then the light has not come on.

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Audi A3 in Districto Federal, Mexico Jun 2009 - Mar 2018
Dec 2011 17360 mi $600	Ipod Dock stop working, they change for new one.
Nov 2012 20040 mi $550	Fuel pump control module fail
May 2014 24580 mi $850	The intake cover fell off during normal operation (highway) and get stuck on radiator fans fried them, need to replace both fans, call audi about poor cover design and they take 50% of the bill originally $1700. paid 850.
Aug 2014 26040 mi $180	Left Door armest crack, searched internet common problem (Drive side common problem, uk right one).I installed the piece, again searched the internet for instructions. One and a half hour job. The AC sometimes dont blow cold air. The dealer doesnt know why, but i have noticed that if i leave the temperature in low and start the engine that way it Works, otherwise sometimes dont work.To change the compressor is 1000+.
Jun 2016 34720 mi $9000	Preassure sensor failed, ac works intermittent some times blow cold air sometimes hot
Sep 2017 41540 mi $300	Fuel line before fuel filter has started leaking, this started after scheduled mainteinance trip to the dealer, which included 120,000 km service. and change of fuel filter, and thats the fuel line that later started leaking after the service was done, one week later.

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Audi A3 in Great Britain Jan 2010 - Apr 2013
Jan 2013 £250	Corroded wire to ecu. Low voltage recorded on test. Car still running but emission light came on.

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Audi A3 in Districto Federal, Mexico Dec 2008 - Apr 2012
Oct 2010 13940 mi $100	Sunroof with noise (vibration) Brake pedal felt like bumping occasionally, stabilizer bar connectors were broken.
Feb 2011 15500 mi	DSG (S-tronic) transmission failed. Failed comms between CPU and transmission.
Apr 2012 22940 mi $2500	Clutch had a short lifespan for a car that's barely used (12,000 km per year)

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Audi A3 in Texas, United States Aug 2011 - Oct 2012
Jul 2011 52000 mi US $75	pressure relief valve replaced

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Audi A3 in Brazil Oct 2014 - Oct 2014
Jan 2014 26660 mi $4200	Changed the turbocharger due lack of lubrication caused by no preventive maintenance of the previous owner. All the sealings was changed in this occasion.
Oct 2014 33480 mi $800	My AC compressor just went useless, have to buy a new one, plus the sensors, plus recharge it...

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Audi A3 in California, United States Oct 2010 - Mar 2013
Jan 2011 49300 mi	CEL, determined to be O2 sensor, backordered. O2 sensor came in, installed and normal.
Dec 2011 52000 mi	Tire pressure sensors inaccurately reporting low pressure.
Jun 2012 64000 mi	EPC indicator on dash
Jan 2013 86000 mi US $85	Strange noise when engaging clutch. Replaced clutch disc, pressure plate, throw out bearing, hydraulic fluid.
Mar 2013 86000 mi	EPC indicator on dash never successfully addressed.

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States Jan 2016 - Jan 2021
Feb 2017 156000 mi US $300	Pads, rotors, flush.
Nov 2017 162000 mi US $700	Front struts, a common repair for any car over 150k, I think.
May 2018 174000 mi US $100	Tail light bulb carrier (housing) got corroded. Replaced that and all tail bulbs. Lesson: If you ever see water inside your light housing, fix it before it corrodes.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - Aug 2015
May 2011 25820 mi	Roof trim was not flush and was a bit loose. Dealer ordered parts and trim now is tight and lies flush.
Jul 2011 26660 mi	I noticed that the left rubber bumper that prevents my hatch from rattling had fallen off. Audi ordered a replacement assembly and installed it. Handled as a no-charge warranty item.
Nov 2012 37480 mi C $75	Had to replace lost rear tow hook door that must have fallen off the car. Dealer had trouble matching paint colour. Required custom paint.
Jun 2013 44020 mi C $100	A valve leaked all of the refrigerant in my AC. Mot of the AC system needed to be replaced (the compressor and more). Would have been very expensive but the car was under extended warranty. Car radio would turn itself off periodically (maybe once per hour). Tapping the on button turned it on. Mostly just annoying. They said the problem was related to the ignition switch (which was replaced). Time will tell if it worked. The driver's window switch failed to open the window periodically... usually when it was very hot in the car. The customer service rep was able to reproduce the problem and installed a new switch.
Oct 2013 45140 mi	The driver's windows switch continues to fail when it is hot inside the car (after being parked in the sun). Problem could not be replicated by service attendant. No charge for diagnostic, but problem isn't resolved either.
Sep 2014 52700 mi C $1511	Engine was missing. After a few hours of diagnosis they said the engine had carbon buildup. They walnut blasted the carbon, replaced plugs, oil and a gasket. During a routine checkup, dealer found a damaged exhaust clamp. It was replaced.

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2014
Mar 2013 44000 mi US $450	Thermostat for fan blower 12v charger fuse replaced

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Nov 2007 - Jul 2014
Feb 2010 50000 mi	Wiring harness replaced in engine bay, causing ESP malfunction to display. Was told that problem was not with ESP but with throttle body harness, dealer was aware of tsb for this problem, but I was not given the number.
Nov 2010 67000 mi US $900	misfire cyl 1, fuel injector replaced, intake valves cleaned with chemical treatment
Mar 2011 74000 mi US $1000	Timing belt started squeaking. Belt replaced, waterpump replaced, serpentine belt replaced, cam seals, tensioner, related parts replaced.
Jun 2012 102000 mi US $275	diverter valve replaced, turbo underboost fault code

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2011
Jan 2010 19000 mi	replaced faulty high pressure sensor

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Jun 2015
Oct 2012 37700 mi C $100	Oil leak. Leaking fuel injectors. Performed carbon cleaning for intake ports & valves. Replaced all four fuel injectors, spark plugs, intake manifold.
Mar 2013 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
Jul 2014 53000 mi C $600	Leaking drive shafts needed to be replaced.
Dec 2014 55800 mi	Clutch had to be replaced due to noise from throw-out bearing. Engine was misfiring after start on very cold mornings, until it warms up. Spark plugs and coils were replaced, but the problem still occurs on cold mornings.
Feb 2015 57120 mi C $400	Engine was misfiring for several minutes on very cold mornings, until the engine warmed up. Replaced fuel filter.

Audi A3 in Missouri, United States Oct 2012 - Nov 2012
Nov 2012 45000 mi	Poor fuel mileage in cold weather

Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2008 - Sep 2014
Mar 2009 25000 mi	Car died on freeway in morning. Was low pressure fuel sensor that went bad according to dealer. Timing belt was also faulty causing brushing noise which needed to be replaced. Dealer replaced timing belt and low fuel pressure sensor.
Jun 2009 26000 mi US $100	After maintenance trip at 25k + Tire rotation and balance, car had an alignment issue (pulled to the right when not holding wheel, and wheel centered car pulled to right). Dealer did 4 wheel alignment, told tracks straight, does not. Took to outside shop for alignment issue as confidence for dealer was VERY low. Shop quoted alignment to fix issue, aligned and told it should track straight, STILL has same issue. Shop is now unresponsive...
Jul 2010 45300 mi	Power loss after 45k server. Took back to dealer and found faults in LPFP (low pressure fuel pump) and turbo diverter valve. Both replaced under warranty.
Jun 2013 85000 mi US $50	Engine throwing codes for "thrust sensor". Thrust sensor is a low pressure fuel sensore located on the high pressure fuel pump. Sensor is an easily replaceable item that costs about $50. After replacement the codes are gone.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2011 - Dec 2017
Aug 2011 62780 mi	Cam follower replaced
Mar 2012 68820 mi	Faulty timing belt roller, squeaking at cold start. Dealer replaced roller and a new timing belt because the broken roller caused damage.
Feb 2013 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.
Jul 2013 78420 mi C $21	"Coolant Low" warning came on and the reservoir was empty. Last Service this fluid was not checked at the dealership. Pressure test was done and everything was deemed OK. Dealer refilled the reservoir at my expense. Running FINE!
Apr 2014 83480 mi C $600	Radiator leak and hose replacement. Rear wheel bearing replacement, both left and right humming badly. 280$
Jan 2015 83540 mi C $35	Oil dipstick broke, crumbled and the o-ring was gone. The car didn't run right...
Dec 2015 100440 mi C $500	Loud slapping noise on cold start indicative of worn out cam chain timing tensioner. Replaced: -Cam Timing Chain -Cam Chain Tensioner - Camshaft Adjuster Bolt - HPFP O-Ring - Cam Follower - Valve Cover Gasket - PCV Gasket - Cam Cover Gasket
Mar 2016 101060 mi C $280	Rear shocks absorbers both left and right blew.... replaced with bilsteins B8 shocks.
Apr 2016 101560 mi C $170	Broken thermostat causing cooling system malfunction (Stuck Open) I replaced the following: -Coolant G13 -Thermostat + hardware -2x Coolant Temp Sensors
Jun 2016 104160 mi C $1000	G65 AC Pressure sensor broken. The plug actually blew off the connector and the refrigerant leaked threw the sensor body out of actual connector itself..... Both left and right outer tie rods replaced. Front shocks, shock mounts / bearings replaced. Stabilizer bars, control arms (changed to aluminum), control arm bushings, ball joints both left and right, rear shock mounts,
Apr 2017 106640 mi C $1300	Pads, Rotors all around, along with new brake lines and both rear callipers. New Clutch disc, pressure plate and flywheel. The clutch started to slip under power so it was just wear not mechanical failure. New master cylinder, original internally leaked and failed. Fuel Filter Replacement

Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2017 - Apr 2018
Dec 2017 78880 mi US $250	Rear wheel bearings replaced

Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2022
Dec 2015 73000 mi US $400	Bad cam shaft, damage to cylinder, injection rail assembly. Identified as defective from the factory, replaced by dealership free of charge. Vacuum hoses needed replacing, paid roughly $400 for that.
Aug 2016 80000 mi US $100	Drivers side window motor, cabling, and assembly broke and needed to be replaced
Dec 2016 84000 mi US $800	Rear shocks not functioning properly, started cupping the tires & giving uneven radial wear pattern. Replaced w/ aftermarket H&R Sport Cup springs and shocks all around. New tires as well but those weren't included in reported price total.
Apr 2017 88000 mi	Replaced steering wheel airbag due to recall notice.
Dec 2021 108000 mi US $600	Window regulator and lift system replaced on front driver's side door

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Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2014
Jun 2010 19000 mi	brake light

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Sep 2014
Jul 2009 14000 mi	Key Switch was replaced due to electric locks going on/off at slow speeds. Roof molding popped out of position so they added more clips to keep them in position.
Jun 2010 29000 mi	The fan blower motor was loud and inefficient. The rear part of the drivers seat became detached from (glue). This is the second time in <1 year. Fuse blown for the Cigarette lighter - second time in < 1 year for no apparent reason.
Sep 2010 32000 mi	Replaced the Tektronik Unit (Sensors and Valve Circuit Board) in the transmission with an updated version - a psuedo recall for specific years, models and manufactured dates. Works much better now.
Feb 2011 39900 mi	Front driver's side window switch was intermittant.
Jul 2011 48000 mi	Replaced Water Pump - Coolant alarm came on and was leaking coolant An air hose was disconnected or loose. Check Engine Light came on 5 miles after Water Pump repair.
Aug 2011 49000 mi	Faulty Intake Manifold - replaced Faulty Driver's Window Switch. Window will not go down.
Sep 2011 49000 mi	Noise emanating from AC interior blower fan due to binding fan - replaced
Aug 2013 79000 mi	2 Rear tail light bulbs were burnt out
Oct 2013 80700 mi	Rear seat armrest would not open/come down due to a faulty mechanical latch - replaced armrest.
Nov 2013 82000 mi US $85	Sliding sunshade on rear moon-roof would not clip to stay closed.
Mar 2014 87000 mi US $85	Coolant pump leaking - replaced pump. This is the second coolant pump replacement on this car (first at 35,000 miles).
Jul 2014 92000 mi	Sliding sunshade on front moon-roof would not stay latched/closed due to faulty clasp.

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2013 - Jul 2018
Aug 2015 130000 mi US $400	Thermostat replaced, also had cam follower and oil change done.

Audi A3 in New Mexico, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Jul 2009 21000 mi	passenger side rain gutter molding was loose
Sep 2009 26000 mi	passenger side rain gutter popped out and bent..caused a chip in the trunk the dealer painted

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2018
Aug 2011 54000 mi US $400	AC would run for 15 minutes and then die. Diagnosis: both radiator fans dead. Replaced, out of warranty. Air bag light came on. Fault of air bag parts.
Dec 2013 95000 mi US $4300	Seal broke; seal replaced, system recharged. Fuel pump/cam follower failed. All replaced.
Jun 2016 126000 mi US $500	cylinder head worn causing misfire, replaced (along with plugs)
Mar 2018 148000 mi US $1300	sway bar links, shocks replaced

Audi A3 in Alabama, United States Feb 2015 - Oct 2021
Feb 2015 96000 mi US $366	Fuel injector in cylinder three was throwing a random misfire. Dealer replaced injector (warranty) and cleaned valves (the latter covered by the owner).
Mar 2015 98000 mi US $415	Noticed outer CV boot was torn. Mechanic attempted to replace the boot but suggested replacing the whole CV joint.
Mar 2016 120000 mi US $1	AC High Pressure Switch leaked, causing A/C to not function. Switch was replaced and A/C was recharged.
Jul 2016 140 mi US $10	Rear portion (shell) of driver's seat separated. Resolved issue with epoxy. The latch on the armrest lid broke.
May 2017 145000 mi US $30	Fan on the back of the AC unit threw fault codes. Replaced fan and cleared codes. Codes have yet to return.
May 2018 149800 mi US $5	Rear portion (shell) of driver and passenger's seats separated. Resolved issue with epoxy.
Aug 2020 159372 mi US $1433	Thermostat replaced. Lower front control arm bushings replaced

Audi A3 in New Brunswick, Canada Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
Jul 2016 41540 mi C $40	Windshield Washer Fluid leaking - Tube under Washer fluid tank replaced, tube worn out due to constant rubbing against front bumber. Engine Light - P2181 Cooling System Performance Code - Coolant was low, was not verified/topped up during last service with dealer. Coolant refilled to proper level.
Aug 2016 41540 mi C $550	Steering Controls, Paddle Shifters and Horn stopped working - Replaced ClockSpring behind airbag. 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. DSG Transmission would behave erratically, not engaging right away in reverse. Battery was bad and mechatronics in DSG Transmission requires a lot of power and proper voltage. Exhaust was louder - Exhaust Collar replaced

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2018
Mar 2015 48000 mi US $20	Cental lock wire broke between door and body
Feb 2016 51900 mi US $300	Thermostat replaced
May 2017 57000 mi US $110	Replaced right axle and cv joints

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2018
Dec 2008 2000 mi	After delivery, I noticed a scratch (about half-inch in length) on front hood driver's side that gouged thru the finish level of paint. Scratch was touched up and buffed but area was not repainted. Since it was so small, I let this imperfection go.
Dec 2009 6000 mi	Small rattle in sky roof. Lubed with silicone spray and added felt to front liner whch elimiated rattle.
Jul 2010 9000 mi	roof trim needed clip replacements -- came loose in track
Oct 2010 9200 mi	The exterior roof rail molding (ftor on d&p sides) separated again and had to be replaced and reinstalled in a more secure manner The edge of the displaced molding had scratched the paint on the back hatch so it had to be refinished as wel

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2013
Oct 2009 27000 mi	Airbag light on and horn stopped working. Their was a lose wire in the steering wheel that was repaired. They also fixed my child safety lock on the driver side left back door (it was permanently on) Driver side (left) back window stuck a few inches down - had to replace window motor.
Jul 2012 47200 mi US $70	whistling sound with pressure loss Fuel pressure sensor replacement

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007 3100 mi	Radio replaced.
Jan 2008 4340 mi	rear sway bar loose
May 2008 8680 mi	Loose fuel line rattle.

Audi A3 in California, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 2000 mi	Heard rotational noise, dealer couldn't find, problem has not returned. so far so good.
Mar 2009 15000 mi	Open skye clunking noise. Said it might be roof clips which they replaced, but clearly the dealer did not attempt to identify the problem fore they made an assumption and replaced parts.

Audi A3 in Illinois, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2017
Jun 2015 94000 mi US $500	Traction control sensor in right front wheel malfunctioned, needed to be replaced.
Jun 2016 102000 mi US $100	Replacement of the fog lights. The plastic housing broke on one and it popped out, so I replaced both.

Audi A3 in Arizona, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2017
Feb 2008 5000 mi	Oxygen sensor failed.
Aug 2009 20000 mi US $112	DSG Mechatronics unit bad, car undrivable
Oct 2009 20200 mi	Bad Mechatronics unit. Crankcase breather valve replaced.
Oct 2010 28000 mi	TPMS Error in DIS, intermittent sensor failure, could not duplicate, reset MIL...
Apr 2011 30000 mi	Airbag light on, diagnosed drive seat belt malfunction, parts ordered. Parts came in and drivers seat belt replaced
Mar 2012 36000 mi US $50	Drivers side rear door would not lock nor would the window operate. Broken wires in drivers side front door. Replaced broken "stone guard" that was rattling on the rear suspension. Probably a bad plastic design, which would explain why Audi redesigned them. When I first got my car they rattled. The fix was to tighten them up.
Nov 2013 48000 mi US $250	Rear driver's side door lock would not lock or unlock, no alarm. Several wires in flexible bellows in drivers door from frame frayed and damaged. Replaced complete harness since previous repair on individual wires failed...
Feb 2014 50000 mi US $250	Passenger door lock intermittent. Replaced door lock assembly.
Jun 2015 65000 mi US $150	The dreaded diverter valve,06H145710DKT4, parts and labor. Replaced all 4 TPMS, original in-service date of August, 2007.
Jan 2017 30300 mi US $275	Left out CV boot replaced

Audi A3 in New Mexico, United States - Jun 2008
Jun 2008 11000 mi	Squeaky window.

Audi A3 in New Hampshire, United States Jul 2008 - Jul 2015
Oct 2010 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.
Mar 2013 86000 mi	Open updates 17D9, 24T3, 24T4 [Campaign 17D9 - PCV Valve; 24T3 IMRC Motor; and 24T4 - Fuel Pressure Sensor https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/SB-10044087-2249.pdf]
Jul 2015 120000 mi US $1100	non-functioning keyless door locks (not repaired)

Audi A3 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2014 - Oct 2015
Feb 2015 63240 mi C $1273	Wheel bearing needed replacing
Mar 2015 64480 mi	Transmission computer replaced. Covered by manufacturer because of a warranty extension provided for S tronic transmission.

Audi A3 in Victoria, Australia Nov 2011 - Apr 2013
Jan 2013	Convenience electronics unit replaced. Fortunately I had an extended warranty, would have been $1700 (Australian).
Apr 2013 21700 mi A $500	battery needed replacing, had to pay hundreds for diagnostic too

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Apr 2011 - Aug 2012
Apr 2012 35000 mi	Complete ac failure
Aug 2012 35000 mi	AC failure

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2015
Apr 2012 45000 mi	Rear calipers were sticking and caused abnormally high rear pad wear TSB to resolve Fuel Pressure issue 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.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2022
Oct 2016 54000 mi US $190	The center armrest/console latch broke, requiring replacement of the entire armrest at a cost of $190. The part was installed at the dealer at no charge.
Jan 2018 57000 mi US $3500	ABS module failure, requiring replacement and bleeding the brake system 3 times
Apr 2020 63000 mi US $1250	replaced wiring harness in driver's door to replace pinched wire that prevented rear door from locking
Jan 2022 69000 mi US $600	evap system. Replaced purge value and gas cap

Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2011 - Mar 2017
Aug 2012 61000 mi US $85	Coil pack went out.
Jan 2013 51700 mi US $85	Stereo unit was draining the battery, took a long time to diagnose and a new stereo was needed, took time to order. They also keep the car for 3 days to make sure nothing else is draining the battery.
Jun 2014 91000 mi	Replaced spark plugs. Cleaned out carbon in the intake and replaced injector.
Jun 2015 101000 mi	Turbo cutoff valve
Oct 2015 106700 mi US $1000	Water pump and timing belt replaced. Water pump had failed.

Audi A3 in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2015
Jul 2011 56000 mi	Air Bag light on dash came on. Whole car was stripped and wiring checked, no problem found. Given option of replacing entire wiring harness system. Declined, had service light reset and problem did not return.
Sep 2011 59000 mi US $750	Same problem as in July 2011. Air Bag light on dash came on. Wiring for the rear side air bags was replaced.
Feb 2014 93000 mi US $436	Thermostat replaced. Required 3.7 labor hours and $60 in parts.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2014
Sep 2011 47000 mi US $200	Wiper fluid leak, hoses replaced. Volume issues with radio.
Apr 2012 55000 mi	PCV Valve Armrest latch broken.

Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States Mar 2009 - Aug 2011
May 2009 11000 mi	The CD player in the radio failed and would not eject the CDs. I received a new radio and the old one was removed and sent to Germany. Over there the CDs were removed and returned to me about a month later.
Nov 2009 16000 mi	New ignition switch to correct some problems with the console lights and radio. Also caused the door locks to lock and unlock for no reason.
Aug 2010 23000 mi	Recall for malfunctioning mechatronic unit in DSG transmission that caused poor drivability. Had noticed problem for some time prior to the recall.

Audi A3 in California, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Sep 2014 85000 mi	Oil leak

Audi A3 in California, United States Apr 2009 - Jan 2015
Dec 2010 41000 mi	Taillight bulb burnt out, replaced at dealership.
Mar 2012 61000 mi US $450	Seat back came unglued.
Nov 2012 69900 mi US $1800	Misfire due to carbon deposits on intake valves. Decarb needed. Replace injector #2. Intake manifold sensor failure. Intake replaced.
Jan 2014 74800 mi	Blower motor ceased to function, turns out the bearings around which the fan spins were seized by rust. Will require replacement.
Apr 2014 94700 mi US $150	Armrest cover broke, had to be replaced. Passenger sun visor clip broke, was replaced.
Jun 2014 98000 mi US $500	Carbon Buildup required cleaning; fuel injectors leaking, so all 4 replaced. Blower motor replacement.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Jan 2015 91000 mi US $1100	Outer CV boots were split Water got into rear wiper motor

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Audi A3 in Italy Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
Apr 2013 117560 mi	starter motor and electronic sensor

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Audi A3 in Romania Aug 2010 - Sep 2018
Jun 2011 89280 mi	Cam belt (timing belt), water pump and alternator belt replacement.
Apr 2015 96820 mi	Bad differential pressure sensor for the DPF (Diesel)
Dec 2015 100440 mi $1	The exhaust pipe clamp got weakened by rust & broke, causing the exhaust pipe to rattle against the body, right under the gear stick.

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Audi A3 in Washington, United States Aug 2014 - Oct 2020
Dec 2015 72000 mi US $800	Four brakes and rotors replaced. One brake wear indicator replaced

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Dec 2008 - Dec 2017
Jan 2008 100 mi	Roof trim pieces came loose (popping up in rear), damaged hatch spoiler. Repaired under warranty.
Sep 2008 4000 mi	Steering wheel buttons (all but the horn) stopped working. Backlit buttons on the wheel were dark as well. Fixed under warranty.
Jul 2010 11000 mi	Roof rack rails are normally covered by clip-in strips. This is the third time, in three years, that those clips failed and the strips poked up. They replaced the clips and it's now as it's supposed to be. We'll see if it lasts. Roof rack rails are normally covered by clip-in strips. This is the third time, in three years, that those clips failed and the strips poked up. They replaced the clips and it's now as it's supposed to be. We'll see if it lasts.
Jun 2011 14000 mi	Air conditioning went from perfect to totally dead in minutes. Diagnosis was a failed "high pressure switch" which leaked out all the coolant. They replaced the switch, recharged the system, and it's now working fine.
Jul 2013 20200 mi US $300	Rear sunroof shade had broken latch. Had to replace the whole shade. (Price is mostly labor charges.)
Aug 2014 25000 mi	Engine idle speed is all over the place. Sometimes 600rpm. Sometimes 1100rpm. Took it in for a look. They thought they just had to do something to clean it out. Repair didn't work, so heading back again for round 2. Faulty sensor? Maybe.
Nov 2014 27300 mi	Engine idle speed still all over the place. They reset the computer. No change. They suggested replacing the throttle body, with no confidence that it might fix anything, so we skipped the repair.
Dec 2015 30000 mi US $230	Turns out, replacing a burnt-out Xenon bulb on an Audi is several hours of labor. They have to remove the front bumper!
Jan 2017 28000 mi US $150	Windshield washer fluid bottle was cracked. Replaced. Surprisingly expensive.
Aug 2017 34000 mi	Rear bulb burned out, easily fixed. Front HID headlight: Turns out there's one light source and a motorized door thing that switches the light from low to high-beams. That door thing is broken. My shop tried and failed to source a compatible part and ultimately didn't charge me. The passenger headlight remains "stuck" in low-beam mode, won't do high-beam.

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Jan 2008 - Jan 2015
Aug 2013 35700 mi US $1500	Rear Differential blew and was replaced

Audi A3 in New York, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2017
Jul 2015 120500 mi US $85	Accessory belt shredded.
Sep 2015 123000 mi	Accessory belt installed two months before failed.
Feb 2016 127000 mi US $300	Wiring harness from master window/door lock pad on driver's door failed at door; could not operate windows.
Jul 2016 132300 mi US $700	Failed A/C blower motor Hood would "pop" but couldn't unlatch and open
Mar 2017 142000 mi US $575	Drivers window switch failed Accessory belt and tensioner failed

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Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia Aug 2010 - Jun 2012
Mar 2011 19840 mi	Cigarette lighter/acc socket not working - dealer fixed using replacement fuse Noise at idle from under drivers seat - dealer said they couldn't find the issue but it was evident when I started the car after service.
Nov 2011 25420 mi	AC high pressure sensor faulty - parts ordered. Original Audi dealer needs to update extended warranty details before repair can proceed.
Dec 2011 27900 mi	AC high pressure sensor faulty - part replaced under warranty Centre console clip broken - console lid needs replacing. Parts ordered but waiting on delivery Fixed four rattles throughout car
Apr 2012 32240 mi A $700	Wheel bearing was faulty - replaced under extended warranty. Extended warranty didn't pay for wheel alignment. Brake carrier faulty - replaced
Jun 2012 32240 mi	The new console clip wasn't ever installed. The dealer later told me that it wouldn't be fixed under warranty, and would cost about $400! So I decided to just live with the broken clip.

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Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia May 0 - Mar 2023
Jun 2012 57660 mi	Vent fan bearing ringing noise. Pulled fan out and lightly greased bearings. Water marks noticed. Plenum cover was warped by sun and not contacting the windscreen over half the width with a gap at the end of up to 5mm. Added two screws to force it harder against the wind screen. Not perfect but new plenum was over $400.
Jul 2014 65300 mi A $120	Engine idle speed surging and high pitch scream from hot engine. High oil consumption - low level alarm. Fault assumed to be V belt but found ripped diaphragm on PCV valve. Replaced original type F PCV with new type N PCV.
Sep 2014 66340 mi	Axle diff oil leaking on LHS rear inner CV boot or diff seal.
Aug 2021 88464 mi A $39	Leaking oil down back of engine block. Replaced camshaft cover formed gasket. Old gasket was hardened and leaking.
Jan 2023 102300 mi A $195	Rear left wheel bearing replaced Vacuum oump seals leaking oil. Replaced seals and cleaned up oil. Front left CV joint boot cracked and leaking grease on wheel
Mar 2023 109740 mi A $1250	Tooth belt replacement and crankshaft seals, waterpump, belt tensioner.etc.

Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2011
Feb 2009 25000 mi	Rhythmic chirping noise when engine is cold. Dealer replaced timing belt cover. Problem seemed solved, but noise has returned. EGR Valve replaced. Dealer said there was a TSB that valves could have been faulty. Light for driver's side vanity mirror (on visor) failed. Dealer said it was the switch, and replaced entire visor.
Feb 2010 38300 mi	Rear windshield squirter had stopped working.

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Jun 2012 - Oct 2014
May 2012 54813 mi US $85	Replaced a leaking radiator that was damaged by undetermined causes The master window switch in the drivers side was replaced. The window completely stoppped working on the drivers side.
Jun 2012 54865 mi US $700	The CV Joint was cracked it was found by tech during and inspection
Jul 2012 59000 mi US $85	The window on the passenger side would not go up using the passenger side controls. the part was replaced
Feb 2013 71200 mi US $85	The coolant light flashed vigorously when i would start the car. I took it in and they replaced the coolant resevoir The center console latch broke. Excessive oil consumption. Car was down over 1 quart of oil in less than 3,000 miles. Car was taken in and the oil diagnostic mode was activated on the car. Drove for 1k as instructed. levels rechecked. Came back "normal range". topped off.
Mar 2013 73000 mi US $85	The gas cap was faulty and was allowing vapor to escape. This signaled my check engine light to come on.
Sep 2013 83000 mi US $85	The check engine light came on, then off again, then on steady. THe EVAP Purge valve was replaced under warranty with an 85.00 deductible.
Jan 2014 72000 mi US $85	The CV boot was torn. Replaced under warranty.
Aug 2014 97400 mi US $765	CV boot cracked, 265 Right axle cracked, possibly missed in December, 500
Oct 2014 101000 mi US $600	Fly wheel failure Problem turned out to be the fuel pump flange. Still needed an ignition coil.

Audi A3 in Colorado, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Jul 2008 5000 mi	Didn't screw the gas cap on tightly, which resulted in a warning message, which I corrected by tightening the cap. A little later got an error message. Apparently this is a normal result, but I did have to go to the dealer for them to turn the message off

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Aug 2008 - Apr 2010
Dec 2009 48000 mi	Coolant Sensor Malfunction Coolant Sensor Replaced

Audi A3 in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2011
Aug 2010 35000 mi	Stereo head unit volume cycles up and down on its own. Head unit replaced by dealer under warranty. Roof trim clips replaced, recall item.
Dec 2010 38000 mi	Fan control unit in the climate control stopped working, replaced under warranty.
Jan 2011 40000 mi US $25	Coolant level warning on very cold days. Visual inspection shows levels below min on cold starts. Light turns off after car warms up. Problem solved by adding small amount of coolant purchased from dealer.
Feb 2011 43000 mi	Engine misfiring 2 days after taking it to a dealer to inspect for issues concerning increased oil and fuel consumption. Car un-drivable. Dealer could not replicate issue but found fault codes in computer consistent with my observations. Sudden excessive oil consumption, 2.5 times normal oil consumption and sudden 20% decrease in gas milage. Awaiting diagnostics from dealer, car still under warranty. Two days after visit for oil and fuel overconsumption, engine is misfiring, rendering vehicle inoperable. Towed to dealer. Dealer can't replicate issue but finds fault codes in computer consistent with misfire. No repair made or attempted.

Audi A3 in Illinois, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2015
Sep 2010 44000 mi	Drivers bottom outside seat bolster split. Repeat problem for this car - that area is vinyl, not leather, like the center panel.
Jul 2011 52000 mi US $300	Minor valve cover gasket oil leak
Dec 2011 53000 mi US $35	Coil pack went out
Apr 2012 61000 mi	PCV valve problem caused pressurization that puch a small amount of oil out he filler cap Fuel pressure regulator replaced as part of a TSB on the last visit failed or was installed incorrectly.
Dec 2014 100000 mi US $100	Replaced coil packs to cure a hesitation. Very simple
Apr 2015 105000 mi US $80	Washer fluid resivoir leaking

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2015 - Feb 2016
Sep 2015 70000 mi US $500	Carbon buildup

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 51400 mi	Drivers side window intermittently fails to open. Repeated issue.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2013
Feb 2013 46600 mi US $350	tear in CV boot

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2006 - Jun 2021
Jul 2009 53000 mi	Very sporadically, sound from radio would suddenly go away. Needed to turn off radio to get it back.
Feb 2011 80000 mi US $50	Check Engine light went on. Dealer ran diagnostic: cold engine misfire (dealer stated that it was more than likely due to carbon buildup). Light stayed on for about another week, and then went away.
Apr 2011 82700 mi	A portion of one of the "digits" in the odometer on our Audi A3 is out. It would cost over a $1,000 to repair (since the entire console needs to be replaced).
May 2012 100000 mi	A portion of one of the "digits" in the odometer remains out
May 2014 137000 mi US $1000	Replaced AC compressor
Dec 2015 167000 mi	Radiator leaking - replaced
Jun 2018 202000 mi US $800	Fuel pump was starting to fail and was replaced.

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010 65000 mi US $70	A/C developed stench. Had system cleaned by mechanic. Stench came back. I replaced the pollen filter. It seems to have cleared up.
Oct 2011 95000 mi US $220	Cam gaskets were leaking oil into the spark plug wells and shorting them out. Gasket was replaced stopping the leak.
Dec 2011 97000 mi US $250	MAF sensor
Dec 2012 113000 mi US $100	Check engine light, misfire. Buildup on the valves from the direct injection problem. Mechanic used Seafoam sucked into the intake manifold to clean it up. Will probably need a repeat again soon.
Feb 2013 115800 mi US $125	Coil died.
Nov 2013 125000 mi US $120	Second time a coil pack has failed.
Mar 2017 149000 mi US $600	Leaking clutch slave cylinder. Went ahead and replaced all clutch components.
Mar 2018 154000 mi US $200	Replaced turbocharger diverter/bypass valve.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Apr 2007 - Jul 2018
Jul 2007 2000 mi	Open Sky sunshade clip broken, replaced under warranty.
Sep 2007 5000 mi	A/C quit working, replaced entire system.
Dec 2008 27000 mi	Rear opensky shade latch.
Jan 2018 95000 mi US $220	Replaced Coil Packs and Spark Plugs. Replaced the DV valve.

Audi A3 in Germany Nov 2011 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011 55180 mi €160	failed exhaust sensor; 10 minute replacement; free coffee

Audi A3 in Colorado, United States Feb 2014 - Apr 2014
Mar 2014 130000 mi US $1000	Replaced heater core.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jan 2009 - Mar 2014
Mar 2009 22000 mi	Air Conditioning compressor failure. Repaired under warranty so cost is unknown.
Jan 2010 35000 mi	Exterior trim was loose, had it repaired during 35,000 mile service. Dealer reported a TSB so I'll bring it back for a permanent repair. Although the temporary fix looks pretty good.
Jun 2010 42000 mi	Exterior trim replaced.
Feb 2013 76000 mi US $600	left rear wheel bearing replaced
Feb 2014 89000 mi US $5	Reglued the back of the driver seat back on

Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States Jul 2008 - Sep 2014
Feb 2011 39100 mi	Window regulator was making noises as if about to fail. Dealer elected to replace before warranty expired.
Aug 2011 46000 mi US $200	Missing when cold
Oct 2011 53500 mi US $100	Missing when cold but no "check engine" light came on. Took techs a long time to diagnose, and I think they ultimately just started replacing stuff until it was fixed. CPO warranty paid for all but $100, and I had a great car for a week.

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Audi A3 in South Africa Dec 2008 - Sep 2016
Oct 2009 58900 mi	Loss of electrical current when switching ignition off and on. Battery change and software upgrades solved the issue.
Dec 2009 63860 mi	Glovebox hinge broke because of faulty glovebox breaker (damper). Engine tapping noise sounding like tappets knocking - multiple unsuccessful attempts to fix.
Sep 2010 78120 mi	Tailgate actuator problem making it difficult or not possible to open tailgate.
Feb 2011 83080 mi	Removed Parrot Bluetooth car kit on account of excessive current draw resulting in run-down battery.
Mar 2011 83080 mi	Window collision sensitivity was too high resulting in front windows bouncing down too often. Re-training the window was tedious. Since new, dealership would change switch but not the actuators. Replacing the actuators resolved the problem.
Jun 2011 85560 mi	Total loss of power steering after starting the car. Driving reverse a long distance had no effect. Driving straight forward a short distance restored power steering. Every time ignition is switched off/on the power steering would be gone. Erratic idling & jerking on initial forward movement after starting the car. These were later said to be link but I doubt it since erratic idling has been corrected but leaping after starting still happens. Suspect dual clutch control unit.
Sep 2011 88660 mi R 125	S-Tronic gearbox smoothness on take-off in 1st gear or reverse deteriorated over time. Car would jerk/hesitate/jerk when taking off for the first time (forward or reverse). Mechanical adjustments were made and the problem is resolved. Attempted aircon regas only to discover that the compressor was at fault. sometime switching on and sometimes not. Repair shop billed for diagnosis since car is under extended maintenance plan from dealer. Car will go to dealer later.
May 2014 141680 mi	Suspension bushes worn out. Replaced. To be fair, I live on a dirt road and this car has sport suspension. Car handling had not been affected. I requested change because I could see they were already torn and would break through any time. Same old battery problem that has plagued this car since new. Battery lasts approximately 1year.
Sep 2015 169880 mi R 575	Radiator Electric fan stopped working. Replaced both.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2007 - Mar 2012
Aug 2007 5000 mi	CD changer ate CD's and refused to eject them on the day of delivery. Rattle in rear of car. Not normal. Dealer claimed they could not duplicate. Since the sound was not horribly loud, i'm sure they felt "it was normal" CD changer replaced when part received.
Nov 2009 44000 mi	CEL came on. Code pulled and a throttle body solenoid was replaced.
Dec 2009 44000 mi	2 items brought in to be repaired prior to warranty expiring: 1. light on drivers side sunshade mirror went out; 2. front sunroof shade was sticking in the tracks; both parts ordered.
Jan 2010 45500 mi	Brought in car for replacement of 2 parts previously ordered. Installed. 45k service performed at same time. Installed new sunroof shade.

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Jul 2007 - Jun 2022
Apr 2008 18000 mi US $46	My bulb-out warning light came on for my license plate lights. I changed the bulb with a bulb that is proven to work, but it still wouldn't power on. It looked to me like an electrical problem. However, Audi simply changed the bulb and it worked. Odd.
Sep 2013 66000 mi	License plate lights melted sockets, no longer functioning. Entire latch unit needed to be replaced, which houses the license plate lights. Part ended up back ordered for a few days.
Jun 2017 80000 mi US $2100	Timing belt, water pump, thermostat.
Jun 2018 83000 mi US $900	A/C was taking 5 to 10 minutes to start blowing cold air. Temperature wasn't getting below 57 degrees F. Visited dealer for a "diagnostic" and got reamed with a $300 diagnostic bill, for something I had already suspected. Then Audi quoted me $2,100 to replace the A/C compressor. I went to a local trusted auto repair shop who was able to do the same job for $900.

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Jul 2007 - Aug 2010
Oct 2007 4000 mi	A button on the radio sticks. The head unit needs to be replaced. New head unit has been ordered.
Mar 2008 16000 mi	Radio Button sticks (needed replacement of radio).
Apr 2009 31000 mi	I took into shop for bad engine hose replacement/yellow check engine light.
Oct 2009 39000 mi	Driver side window retracted and would not adjust anymore (stayed in the retracted position).
Jun 2010 48000 mi	Needed small part that allowed trunk to lift properly.
Jul 2010 48000 mi US $36	brake light needed to be changed
Aug 2010 48000 mi	Brake light cover was leaking and needed to be replaced.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2013
Jun 2008 17000 mi	Cold start problem with check engine light. Solution was reflash of ECU.
Sep 2008 20000 mi	Rear center armrest lid clasp broke. The lid to the center armrest storage area could not be latched due to broken item.
Nov 2008 22000 mi	Left bottom seat bolster on Sport seat is cracking. Unannounced visit to dealer to report problem. Dealer stated there was no fix as the cracking was normal wear and tear, and would not be covered by the dealer.
Jan 2009 22000 mi	Dealer will not cover cost of repairing driver side seat bolster on Sport seat.
May 2009 27000 mi	Rear center armrest hinge (1 of 2 hinges on either side of the armrest lid) broke. Glued the plastic hinge at home. Was told by Livermore Audi they would not cover the repair.
Mar 2010 35000 mi US $625	driver side passenger window was scratched due to misaligned window trim. Rear console hinge broke, as well as lid latch.
Feb 2011 43000 mi US $300	Fuel sensor in gas tank was replaced after engine light came on.
Aug 2011 46000 mi US $375	Fabric wind deflector on Open Sky tore and was replaced by dealer at owner cost.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2007 - Jun 2018
Nov 2007 5000 mi	Complained to dealer about mushy brakes. Dealers said normal, but still don't think so.
Oct 2015 52200 mi US $1300	Failed thermostat Window regulator failed with window down.
Jul 2017 55000 mi	Driver's side Takata airbag replacement.

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Jul 2010 - May 2011
May 2011 24000 mi	A number of interior rattles and squeaks that drove me crazy when sold.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2010 - Feb 2015
Jun 2010 31000 mi	On my way home from Vegas to LA, in 113 degree heat, power would cut out unless I added much more pressure to accelerator. Check engine light came on. Problem stopped once I reached LA. Cause was a bad fuel pressure sensor. There is a TSB.
Oct 2011 50300 mi US $85	The idle was erratic, changing between 800 to about 1500 RPM. It is a common issue for the VW/ Audi 2.0T engine where the PCV valve developed a leak. It was covered by the CPO warranty although I had to pay $85 as a copay.
Jun 2012 59000 mi US $85	Rear windshield wiper motor stopped working. I had it replaced at the dealership under the CPO warranty with an $85 copay.
Jun 2014 80000 mi US $50	Low coolant warning showing when engine was cold, even though there was plenty of fluid. Warning would go away as soon as engine warmed up. Reservoir sensor went bad. I had reservoir changed at next service.
Feb 2015 87000 mi	AC heating flap stuck, no heat in the left side of the car.

Audi A3 in California, United States Sep 2007 - Dec 2010
Oct 2007 9000 mi	Gas line rattle behind glove box.
Mar 2010 28000 mi	Fuel pump sensor replace by dealer under service/repair bulletin. Some clips on body were also replaced.
Sep 2010 31000 mi	Turbo relief valve replaced through warranty.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Jul 2007 - Apr 2017
Jul 2008 15000 mi	Driver's window squeaking due to being out of alignment. Window realigned. Problem solved. Covered by warranty. Parking brake light and warning tone coming on intermittently while driving. Problem localized to a short in a wire. Plastic molding on roof rail could potentially come loose. Dealer pointed-out issue and placed additional clips to better secure.
Jul 2009 27000 mi US $50	PCV valve failed
Apr 2010 37000 mi	Rattle in headliner isolated to gasket associated with sunroof. Gasket replaced. Rattle fixed.
Feb 2011 47000 mi	In dash LED computer display had a progressively growing squiggly line that was obscuring the display. Dealer replaced entire instrument display under warranty.
May 2013 76000 mi	The 12v power wire to the driver's door broke from fatigue at the door hinge. All of the driver's door and window controls were non-functional including remote functions.The broken wire was spliced back together and the problem was solved.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2019
Apr 2014 52000 mi US $250	The air conditioning pressure switch failed.
May 2016 73300 mi US $900	Engine mount bolts were left loose following timing belt change, engine dropped causing damage to several parts. Replaced cracked CV boots and a vacuum line while it was at the shop.
Sep 2018 99000 mi US $1400	Replaced AC compressor.
Dec 2018 100000 mi US $250	Starter motor failed. Two replacement starters also failed before buying OEM part.

Audi A3 in Oklahoma, United States Mar 2007 - Apr 2013
Jun 2007 7000 mi	Dash rattles cured.
Oct 2007 10000 mi	Bad right front wheel bearing replaced. intermittent CEL - noted as intake manifold flap sticking.
Aug 2009 28000 mi	Window switches on drivers door became sticky and intermittent.
Jun 2010 34000 mi	Repair sunshade latch. Also replaced roof trim (TSB). Dealer also replaced intake flapper and ignition coils (Audi TSB's), and did a complete free detail on the car.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2007 - Jun 2018
Dec 2007 15000 mi	there was a single click noise when the steering wheel was turned. The problem was resolved and described as a loose spring in the airbag compartment.
Dec 2009 43000 mi	Coolant light came on two days in a row (in the 30s) when I started the car and started backing up. When I stopped the car and turned it back on, the light would not come back on.
Aug 2011 62500 mi US $300	some intake valve was broken -- the engine EMS light was on. replaced valve.
Dec 2014 93000 mi	coolant warning light would go off every morning. They checked the coolant levels and everything seemed in order so they just reset the error. Seems to have fixed the problem. engine warning light went on for a week. Diagnosed as the intake valves and gaskets needed cleaning for the price of $930. Decided to try fuel additive first to try to clean it without repairs.
May 2015 99400 mi US $800	engine warning light on. Diagnosed as the intake valves and gaskets needed cleaning
Jun 2016 109000 mi US $1500	new blower

Audi A3 in Hawaii, United States Apr 2007 - Jul 2014
Jan 2010	Bluetooth module.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jun 2010 - Mar 2018
Sep 2010 29000 mi	Trim piece came loose and replaced
Jul 2011 35000 mi US $950	Timing belt was replaced under warranty.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Mar 2007 - Aug 2010
Aug 2007 5000 mi	Roof moulding strip alongside Open Sky panel was beginning to lift.
Jan 2008 10000 mi	Failed oxygen sensor attaching to the catalytic converter.
Mar 2009 28000 mi	Faulty air temperature sensor and air coolant leak.

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2012 - Feb 2022
Feb 2015 117000 mi US $223	Heater blower motor failed to blow air
Mar 2016 128000 mi US $130	Door lock actuator failed and had to be replaced.
Aug 2021 186000 mi US $120	Replaced lower engine mount / dogbone bushing. Replaced outer rear A-arm bushing.

Audi A3 in Nebraska, United States May 2007 - Sep 2011
Jun 2010 36000 mi	EPC and ESP lights coming on, sometimes also CEL. Would then reset itself. Took dealer three trips to diagnose and fix. Overall they replaced the throttle body and rewired from TB to ECM twice. The second rewire did the trick.
Jan 2011 41000 mi US $60	Car seems to be "consuming" coolant from what should be a closed system. No leaks were seen from a visual standpoint. A pressure test indicated no leaks & no coolant found in oil. Therefore their conclusion is that there is no problem?

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Jun 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2010 36000 mi	Window would not roll up, replaced motor.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada May 2010 - Sep 2018
Jul 2010 44200 mi	Torn CV boot detected during routine maintenance; parts ordered - to be replaced this week. Installed new CV boot.
Aug 2012 73780 mi C $2100	Compressor blew and needed to be replaced Turbo hose (?) and intake manifold replaced (TSB)
Jan 2014 C $700	Exhaust system clamp replaced Wheel bearing replaced (left rear wheel)
Jun 2014 108500 mi C $400	Brake shield rusted and became dislodged - replaced.
May 2015 122760 mi C $500	Calipers replaced on both back brakes after one started leaking brake fluid.
Sep 2015 128340 mi C $250	Wire corroded - left vehicle dead.
Feb 2016 137740 mi	Replaced torn CV boot
Dec 2016 156240 mi C $1200	Significant oil leak - Oil cooler and oil filter housing replaced.
Jun 2018 187240 mi	Fans failed - replaced.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2013
Oct 2012 55300 mi US $500	Power window cable failed and was replaced.

Audi A3 in Bulgaria Dec 2015 - Apr 2016
Apr 2016 77500 mi $30	RNS-E is consuming power even when the engine is off and the car is locked.

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2009 - Mar 2011
May 2009 32000 mi	AC compressor froze Air Bag light on caused by passenger seat belt latch

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Feb 2008 - Sep 2018
Oct 2013 63300 mi	coolant guage not functioning. Replaced coolant tank.
Sep 2014 69000 mi US $484	Engine light came on and dealer indicated thermostat was stuck open. Wanted $796 to fix but found another shop that would do it for $440 plus tax.
Jan 2017 68300 mi US $483	refrigerant leak and bad AC high pressure sensor
Nov 2017 92000 mi US $600	Car was vibrating upon acceleration. Ignition coils needed to be replaced.

Audi A3 in Colorado, United States Apr 2018 - Jul 2018
Jul 2018 160000 mi US $370	Shocks and struts

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Feb 2008 - Oct 2012
Aug 2008 25000 mi US $50	Check engine light- fuel pressure sensor error. Researched, known issue. Covered under warranty, but chose to purchase and replace part myself to avoid the hassle of going to the dealer. Repair took less than an hour in the garage, part cost $50.
Sep 2010 57000 mi	Plastic backing piece came loose on both front seats at the top. Both were held on with adhesive from the factory. Reattached with silicone-based adhesive. Performed repair myself, so no cost (had the adhesive on hand.)
Jun 2011 68000 mi	Fault code for A/C interior temperature sensor and fan. Self repaired by disassembling climate control unit and cleaning sensor and fan. Problem has not recurred.
Jan 2012 75000 mi US $21	One coil pack failed, a problem for which Audi has extended the warranty. I opted to purchase the coil and replace it myself, as that was much less expensive than towing the car 30+ mi. to the dealer to "diagnose" the problem.

Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Mar 2012
Sep 2008 35480 mi	PCV valve failed. Roof rails had lifted from the roof Repaired roof side rails
Dec 2010 73000 mi US $1100	Replaced both front and rear open sky shade latches

Audi A3 in Colorado, United States Jul 2012 - Jul 2017
Aug 2012 55690 mi US $415	Diagnosis fee for rear shock replacement Rear armrest broken. Attempted repair (failed) Rock stuck in brake heat shield Cpo car seatback fell off CPO car had defective window switch Rear arm rest broken on newly certified car Rear shocks needed replacement immediately on CPO car Sway bar link replaced Rear wiper motor replaced
Sep 2012 56391 mi US $783	Fuel pump replacement
Aug 2013 62000 mi US $1485	Interior door handle broke
Apr 2017 93000 mi US $300	Control arm bushing

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2007 - Jan 2020
Jun 2008 14000 mi US $7	Engine needed a quart of oil just a few months after last oil change and with only 14,000 miles on it! A month later (in early July) another quart of oil was added. This sounds like more of the old VW oil burning problems from the 1970s.
Jan 2011 55200 mi	Excessive oil use continues. Wife had dealer reexamine car when she had to add 1.5 liters after ~2500 miles. Dealer cited VW policy and manual that such oil consumption is normal.
Nov 2011 46000 mi US $200	Continuing to use a lot of oil!@ Also, continuing to have tire balancing problems. Both of these have occurred since we got the car.
Dec 2015 84000 mi US $100	Power outlet fuses keep blowing. Repaired. Worked for a day and then failed again.
Dec 2017 94000 mi US $5000	Problem started in October. Audi Dealership failed to diagnose failing fuel pump. In Nov., problems got severe: hard starting, engine slow responsiveness, etc. This time they found failed fuel pump AND broken camshaft. We feel that their failure to diagnose the initial problems led to the camshaft damage. A fuel pump failure should not cause massive engine damage.

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2011 - Mar 2014
Jun 2012 54000 mi	weak battery

Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2007 - Aug 2015
Aug 2009 25000 mi US $54	Short circuit in driver's side sun visor, rendered light for vanity mirror inoperative. Rear wiper washer jet replaced. Rear armrest replaced to repair brokem latch. PCV valve and hose repaired under TSB.
Jan 2011 41 mi	Window regulator for driver's side rear window detached from window. Regulator replaced. Cost $0.00 I noticed sheen of oil on engine cover and increaesd oil consumption. Dealer repaced cam cover gasket, spark plugs and coil packs because they were oil soaked. Cost $0.00 1. Replaced broken window regulator, driver side back door -- warranttee 2. Replaced retainer clip for driver side sunshade -- warranttee 3. Leaking valve cover gasket: replaced gasket, spark plugs and ignition coils -- warranttee
Aug 2015 100000 mi	Oil leak from the valve cover gasket.

Audi A3 in Arizona, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2018
Aug 2011 58000 mi US $275	Sudden loud high pitched whistling from under hood. Check engine light came on soon after. Pressure regulator valve / PCV failed and required replacement, along with gasket. Both were replaced.
May 2012 73700 mi US $1918	A/C compressor failure. Compressor, receiver/drier, expansion valve and associated parts replaced. System purged and recharged. Performed the following RVUs: 17D9 - Updated Crank Case Breather and Turbo Pipe 24T3 - Updated IMRC Motor 24T4 - Updated Fuel Pressure Sender
Jul 2012 78000 mi US $563	AC fan slowly died. Fresh air fan replaced, 1K1-820-015-J
Mar 2013 90000 mi	Engine light came on. Dealer says evap system fault, and needs fuel tank replacement @ $1800. Declined repair.
Nov 2013 100000 mi US $725	Replace split front outer CV boots.
Jul 2016 139000 mi US $1160	Turbo recirculation valve and relay failure Rear window regulator failure
May 2017 151000 mi US $60	Replaced right headlight bulb
Jul 2018 155000 mi US $864	Key stuck in ignition switch and car could not be switched off. Replaced steering column lock and switch.

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Audi A3 in Florida, United States Apr 2007 - Dec 2011
Mar 2008 16000 mi	Clip for sunroof sunshade broken. Fixed under warranty.
Sep 2008 24000 mi	DRL Socket failed. TSB out for this issue. Parts ordered, must return for install. Daytime running light out. Will take in for repair at next scheduled maintenance.
Oct 2008 25000 mi	DRL socket failed. Covered under warranty/TSB. Part not available, must return to dealer for install.
Dec 2008 28000 mi	Rear sunshade clip and track broken. Fixed under warranty (3 visits required).
Jan 2009 29000 mi	Track for opensky sunroof shades required replacement due to damage sustained when clip broke. Involved complete removal of headliner. 8h labor. Replace sunroof guide frams Remove and install roof rail (sunroof) Fixed under warranty ($1200)
Jun 2009 37000 mi	Roof trim strip on driver's side - detached at rear of roof and popped up. 3rd repair attempt.
Jul 2009 38000 mi	Installed new roof trim.
Jan 2011 62000 mi US $750	Issue with the infamous Audi/VW HID bulb/ballast flickering/failure issue. Dealer replaced 2 HID bulbs and ballasts. Ballast covered by AOA, bulbs on my dime.
Feb 2011 63500 mi	Replaced passenger side xenon headlight assembly due to failed shutter motor on high-beam. High beams were totally inoperative. Rear passenger window stuck open. Rear window trim/weatherstripping not properly aligned from prior window repair, leaving 1/4" gap to door opening along with attendant wind noise and water leaks. Shop repaired.

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Apr 2015 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015 99000 mi	The sensor in the passenger seat which controls the airbag went bad. I did not fix it.

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Dec 2006 - Nov 2013
Jun 2007 5600 mi	minor, warranty-related: driver's door window rattle
Mar 2008 15000 mi	Buzzing noise in or around glove box, psgr seat, psgr door at low speeds. Noise was reproduced for service advisor but not consistently enough to locate without keeping the car for longer.
Nov 2009 35000 mi	Sunroof shade pull was cracked; known problem with design of part
Aug 2010 45000 mi US $230	Air conditioning needed recharge Sunroof shade latch was broken (third time for this part)
Jan 2011 52000 mi US $240	Window would not roll up; had to be guided by hand or would roll itself back down. Repaired by resetting the motor and regulator. Loose fitting around pollen filter caused outside air to flow from under the stereo and around the glove box. Paid for labor only. Driver's interior door pull hardware broke. Dealership covered cost of part and half labor since problem first presented while in their hands.
May 2011 55000 mi US $550	drivers door lock switch fell off. seatback panel loose, was secured without replacement. loose wiring and clips within passenger door reported several times, finally addressed. drivers seat bolster cracking. dealer's contracted repair person unavailable so repaired elsewhere.
Dec 2011 58000 mi US $200	Cowl below windshield needed replacement Driver's seat bolster cracked vinyl
Jun 2012 66000 mi	Rear seat armrest/drink holder/pass-thru release broke off, stuck in closed position.
Sep 2013 83000 mi US $970	Wheel bearings starting to fail. CV boots replaced in front.
Nov 2013 85000 mi US $650	circuit board controlling third brake light failed, required diagnostic time and replacement.

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Apr 2013 - Dec 2015
Jun 2013 53000 mi US $50	Rear right brake bulb burnt twice in a span of 3 weeks. Second visit was charge free
Sep 2013 54000 mi US $1388	Both Front Suspension Lower Control Arms Rear Bushings were separated causing play
Jul 2015 69000 mi	ABS light came up. Unexpected Mechanical Gear Disengagement. Repair covered under Audi S Tronic Ext 10/100,000 Recall.

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2009 - Jun 2011
Nov 2009 38000 mi	CPU Flash. Flashing PRNDS on display.
Jun 2010 51000 mi	Two failed coilpacks.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Mar 2009 - Mar 2016
Dec 2012 85000 mi US $2000	Engine would not fire sparkplugs. Dealer took a week to root cause to the ECM and another 10 days to order and replace it.
Feb 2013 88100 mi US $250	Electrical system was pulling additional amperage while shut off. Root cause was a short on the cable connection board next to the ECM. Part was replaced. Total cost was around $500. Warranty covered amount above $250.
Jun 2015 127000 mi US $2200	Electronic Steering Rack failed. Rack replaced and steering re-aligned
Sep 2015 132000 mi US $200	Replaced Vacuum hose
Dec 2015 136000 mi US $2200	Rear of the vehicle was bottoming out with light loads and handling was deteriorating. Replaced suspension.

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 Colorado, United States Dec 2010 - Jan 2018
Oct 2014 57200 mi US $200	Auto lights and rain sensor control
Jun 2015 59000 mi US $1728	2 front boots replaced battery replaced
Oct 2016 67000 mi US $475	CV inner boots

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2008 - Oct 2011
Mar 2010 59000 mi	4 coil packs replaced. One had failed other three replaced as part of recall

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Dec 2009 - Dec 2017
Nov 2012 70700 mi US $1900	Flywheel (DMF) developed loud rattle. Car had bad vibration. Flywheel was found to be out of tolerance and was replaced. Elected to do DSG service early while the car was in the shop.
Mar 2014 86000 mi US $450	Cooling system started to boil in reservoir. Diagnosed as bad gasket on coolant tank. Flush and fill with new coolant and replace tank and cap with gasket.

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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.

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 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 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 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 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.

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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 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 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 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 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

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2014 - Oct 2014
Jun 2014 155000 mi	Intake valve stuck open. Fixed easily.

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Washington, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2014
Nov 2011 33000 mi US $380	thermostat replaced replaced right front outer cv boot

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 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 Brunswick, Canada Oct 2011 - Jul 2012
Nov 2011 117800 mi C $400	Oil Sensor replacement, oil change

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 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 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 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.

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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.

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

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Audi A3 in California, United States May 2014 - Jun 2014
May 2014 125000 mi US $800	replaced ignition coils

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2016
May 2016 130400 mi US $1750	Check engine light - trips limp mode: lean fuel - replaced high pressure fuel pump, cam follower, PCV valve, in-tank fuel pump,etc. not resolved replaced purge valve for air conditioning, recharged unit;
Jul 2016 134000 mi US $750	Leak in exhaust flex pipe. Replaced exhaust down pipe, interim exhaust pipe and catalytic converter with after market high performance system (APR Brand).

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 Missouri, United States Apr 2017 - May 2017
May 2017 155000 mi US $1100	Turbo charger repair

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013 66000 mi US $700	Recall related ignition misfire issue

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 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 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 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 Hawaii, United States Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 65000 mi US $1000	A/C Compressor replacement

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Ontario, Canada - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 15500 mi	drivers seat squeaking

Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2008 - Apr 2011
May 2008 41000 mi	Broken PCV valve.

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 Arizona, United States - Apr 2007
Apr 2007 26200 mi	ESP Module Replaced, warranty, no cost.

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 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 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 54300 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 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 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 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 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.

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 British Columbia, Canada Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009 38440 mi	motor valve flap needs replacing

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 California, United States Jun 2009 - Jan 2011
Dec 2009 38000 mi	Replaced my ignition coils for the 2nd time.
Apr 2010 43000 mi	Squeaking from engine, engine mount straps replaced. Could not diagnose cold start 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 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 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 New York, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 42000 mi	Driver side CV Boot replaced

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Louisiana, United States Feb 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015 43000 mi US $150	replace two coils

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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

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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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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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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 60200 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).

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 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 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 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 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 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.

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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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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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Audi A3 in Switzerland Jun 2017 - Aug 2019
May 2018 93000 mi $500	Dampers and control arm bushings. Rotors and pads relaced on all wheels.
Jun 2019 99200 mi $300	Rear wheel ball bearings started to make noise, so I changed both of them.

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