2007 Audi A3 Problems and Repair Histories
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Audi A3 Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2007 | Audi A3 | 31 A3s, 10.4 months of data per A3, average 66400 miles 34 |
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| Audi A3 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 66000 | 700 | Recall related ignition misfire issue |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 38000 | 0 | Replaced my ignition coils for the 2nd time. |
| Apr | 2010 | 43000 | 0 | Squeaking from engine, engine mount straps replaced. Could not diagnose cold start problem. |
| Jan | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 53300 | 0 | Drivers side window intermittently fails to open. Repeated issue. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | 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 | 0 | Fan control unit in the climate control stopped working, replaced under warranty. | |
| Jan | 2011 | 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 | 0 | 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. | |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 25000 | 0 | 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 | 36700 | 0 | Rear windshield squirter had stopped working. |
| Jun | 2011 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 53000 | 0 | Very sporadically, sound from radio would suddenly go away. Needed to turn off radio to get it back. |
| Feb | 2011 | 80000 | 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 | 83300 | 0 | 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 | 0 | A portion of one of the "digits" in the odometer remains out |
| Mar | 2013 | 113000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 21800 | 0 | Air Conditioning compressor failure. Repaired under warranty so cost is unknown. |
| Jan | 2010 | 35000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | Exterior trim replaced. |
| Feb | 2013 | 76000 | 600 | left rear wheel bearing replaced |
| Mar | 2013 | 77000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 48000 | 0 | Coolant Sensor Malfunction Coolant Sensor Replaced |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 63000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 65000 | 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 | 220 | Cam gaskets were leaking oil into the spark plug wells and shorting them out. Gasket was replaced stopping the leak. |
| Dec | 2011 | 97000 | 250 | MAF sensor |
| Dec | 2012 | 113000 | 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 | 115500 | 125 | Coil died. |
| Mar | 2013 | 116000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 39000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 44000 | 0 | Drivers bottom outside seat bolster split. Repeat problem for this car - that area is vinyl, not leather, like the center panel. |
| Jul | 2011 | 52000 | 300 | Minor valve cover gasket oil leak |
| Dec | 2011 | 53000 | 35 | Coil pack went out |
| Apr | 2012 | 61000 | 0 | 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. |
| Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 39300 | 0 | Window regulator was making noises as if about to fail. Dealer elected to replace before warranty expired. |
| Aug | 2011 | 49300 | 200 | Missing when cold |
| Oct | 2011 | 54000 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 5000 | 0 | 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 |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Germany | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 52080 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 55180 | 160 | failed exhaust sensor; 10 minute replacement; free coffee |
| Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 56420 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 57660 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 60760 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 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 | 700 | The CV Joint was cracked it was found by tech during and inspection | |
| Jul | 2012 | 59000 | 85 | The window on the passenger side would not go up using the passenger side controls. the part was replaced |
| Feb | 2013 | 71500 | 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 | 85 | The gas cap was faulty and was allowing vapor to escape. This signaled my check engine light to come on. |
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 2000 | 0 | Open Sky sunshade clip broken, replaced under warranty. |
| Sep | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | A/C quit working, replaced entire system. |
| Dec | 2008 | 27000 | 0 | Rear opensky shade latch. |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 12000 | 30 | it was really not a big deal |
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 47300 | 350 | tear in CV boot |
| Mar | 2013 | 48000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 55700 | 500 | Power window cable failed and was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Nebraska, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 8000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 36000 | 0 | 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 | 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? |
| Sep | 2011 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 36000 | 0 | Window would not roll up, replaced motor. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 58000 | 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 | 74000 | 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 | 563 | AC fan slowly died. Fresh air fan replaced, 1K1-820-015-J |
| Mar | 2013 | 90000 | 1200 | Timing belt, water pump and associated items replaced, Engine light came on. Dealer says evap system fault, and needs fuel tank replacement @ $1800. Declined repair. |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | 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 | 50700 | 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 | 85 | Rear windshield wiper motor stopped working. I had it replaced at the dealership under the CPO warranty with an $85 copay. |
| Mar | 2013 | 67000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 24000 | 0 | A number of interior rattles and squeaks that drove me crazy when sold. |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 49000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 54000 | 0 | weak battery |
| Dec | 2012 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 28000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 29000 | 0 | Trim piece came loose and replaced |
| Jul | 2011 | 35000 | 950 | Timing belt was replaced under warranty. |
| Apr | 2012 | 38000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 40300 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 44600 | 0 | Torn CV boot detected during routine maintenance; parts ordered - to be replaced this week. Installed new CV boot. |
| Aug | 2012 | 73780 | 2100 | Compressor blew and needed to be replaced Timing belt replaced Turbo hose (?) and intake manifold replaced (TSB) |
| Mar | 2013 | 84320 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in South Africa | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 34100 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2009 | 58900 | 0 | Loss of electrical current when switching ignition off and on. Battery change and software upgrades solved the issue. |
| Dec | 2009 | 63860 | 0 | Glovebox hinge broke because of faulty glovebox breaker (damper). Engine tapping noise sounding like tappets knocking - multiple unsuccessful attempts to fix. |
| Sep | 2010 | 78120 | 0 | Tailgate actuator problem making it difficult or not possible to open tailgate. |
| Feb | 2011 | 0 | Removed Parrot Bluetooth car kit on account of excessive current draw resulting in run-down battery. | |
| Mar | 2011 | 83080 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 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. |
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 18000 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | Cold start problem with check engine light. Solution was reflash of ECU. |
| Sep | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 23000 | 0 | Dealer will not cover cost of repairing driver side seat bolster on Sport seat. |
| May | 2009 | 27000 | 0 | 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 | 625 | driver side passenger window was scratched due to misaligned window trim. Rear console hinge broke, as well as lid latch. |
| Feb | 2011 | 43000 | 300 | Fuel sensor in gas tank was replaced after engine light came on. |
| Aug | 2011 | 46000 | 375 | Fabric wind deflector on Open Sky tore and was replaced by dealer at owner cost. |
| Mar | 2013 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 39000 | 0 | 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 | 46700 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 60000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | Complained to dealer about mushy brakes. Dealers said normal, but still don't think so. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 15000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 300 | some intake valve was broken -- the engine EMS light was on. replaced valve. |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | Roof moulding strip alongside Open Sky panel was beginning to lift. |
| Jan | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Failed oxygen sensor attaching to the catalytic converter. |
| Mar | 2009 | 28000 | 0 | Faulty air temperature sensor and air coolant leak. |
| Aug | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | CEL came on. Code pulled and a throttle body solenoid was replaced. |
| Dec | 2009 | 44000 | 0 | 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 | 44000 | 0 | Brought in car for replacement of 2 parts previously ordered. Installed. 45k service performed at same time. Installed new sunroof shade. |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 4000 | 0 | A button on the radio sticks. The head unit needs to be replaced. New head unit has been ordered. |
| Mar | 2008 | 16000 | 0 | Radio Button sticks (needed replacement of radio). |
| Apr | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | I took into shop for bad engine hose replacement/yellow check engine light. |
| Oct | 2009 | 39000 | 0 | Driver side window retracted and would not adjust anymore (stayed in the retracted position). |
| Jun | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Needed small part that allowed trunk to lift properly. |
| Jul | 2010 | 48000 | 36 | brake light needed to be changed |
| Aug | 2010 | 48000 | 0 | Brake light cover was leaking and needed to be replaced. |
| Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 15000 | 0 | 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 | 50 | PCV valve failed |
| Apr | 2010 | 37000 | 0 | Rattle in headliner isolated to gasket associated with sunroof. Gasket replaced. Rattle fixed. |
| Feb | 2011 | 47000 | 0 | In dash LED computer display had a progressively growing squiggly line that was obscuring the display. Dealer replaced entire instrument display under warranty. |
| Mar | 2013 | 75000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 25000 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 75700 | 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. |
| Oct | 2012 | 86000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Hawaii, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2010 | 46300 | 0 | Bluetooth module. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Oklahoma, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 7000 | 0 | Dash rattles cured. |
| Oct | 2007 | 10000 | 0 | Bad right front wheel bearing replaced. intermittent CEL - noted as intake manifold flap sticking. |
| Aug | 2009 | 28000 | 0 | Window switches on drivers door became sticky and intermittent. |
| Jun | 2010 | 34000 | 0 | 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. |
| Apr | 2013 | 61000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 7000 | 0 | Gas line rattle behind glove box. |
| Mar | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | Fuel pump sensor replace by dealer under service/repair bulletin. Some clips on body were also replaced. |
| Sep | 2010 | 31000 | 0 | Turbo relief valve replaced through warranty. |
| Dec | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 25000 | 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 | 40700 | 0 | 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 |
| Mar | 2013 | 66000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 34800 | 0 | Repaired roof side rails |
| Dec | 2010 | 73000 | 1100 | Replaced Cam follower Replaced both front and rear open sky shade latches |
| Mar | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 32000 | 0 | AC compressor froze Air Bag light on caused by passenger seat belt latch |
| Mar | 2011 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2012 | 85000 | 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 | 89700 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 70500 | 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 | 2013 | 74000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 59000 | 0 | 4 coil packs replaced. One had failed other three replaced as part of recall |
| Oct | 2011 | 67000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 16000 | 0 | Clip for sunroof sunshade broken. Fixed under warranty. |
| Sep | 2008 | 20000 | 0 | Daytime running light out. Will take in for repair at next scheduled maintenance. |
| Oct | 2008 | 0 | DRL socket failed. Covered under warranty/TSB. Part not available, must return to dealer for install. | |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | Rear sunshade clip and track broken. Fixed under warranty (3 visits required). | |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | Replace sunroof guide frams Remove and install roof rail (sunroof) Fixed under warranty ($1200) | |
| Jun | 2009 | 37000 | 0 | Roof trim strip on driver's side - detached at rear of roof and popped up. 3rd repair attempt. |
| Jul | 2009 | 38000 | 0 | Installed new roof trim. |
| Jan | 2011 | 62000 | 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 | 64500 | 1800 | Replaced passenger side xenon headlight assembly due to failed shutter motor on high-beam. High beams were totally inoperative. Rear passenger window stuck open. |
| Dec | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 0 | CPU Flash. Flashing PRNDS on display. | |
| Jun | 2010 | 51000 | 0 | Two failed coilpacks. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 6500 | 0 | minor, warranty-related: driver's door window rattle |
| Mar | 2008 | 15000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | Sunroof shade pull was cracked; known problem with design of part |
| Aug | 2010 | 45000 | 230 | Air conditioning needed recharge Sunroof shade latch was broken (third time for this part) |
| Jan | 2011 | 52000 | 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. |
| May | 2011 | 55000 | 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 | 200 | Driver's seat bolster cracked vinyl |
| Jun | 2012 | 66000 | 0 | Rear seat armrest/drink holder/pass-thru release broke off, stuck in closed position. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 61000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 63000 | 0 | 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. |
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