2008 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 | |
| 2008 | Audi A3 | 33 A3s, 9.0 months of data per A3, average 53800 miles 57 |
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2008 Audi A3
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| Audi A3 in Finland | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2012 | 120280 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 124000 | 60 | Read pads changed |
| Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 57000 | 0 | massive oil consumption |
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 61380 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 63880 | 0 | Cam follower replaced |
| Mar | 2012 | 68820 | 0 | Faulty timing belt roller, squeaking at cold start. Dealer replaced roller and a new timing belt because the broken roller caused damage. |
| Feb | 2013 | 73960 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 74400 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 31620 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 38200 | 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 | 0 | Light bulb failures reported on the dash were intermittent, so I suspected an electrical failure. They claimed that bulbs were burnt and that they replaced them. 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 |
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 0 | replaced faulty high pressure sensor | |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 44000 | 450 | Thermostat for fan blower 12v charger fuse replaced |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 33300 | 0 | CEL, determined to be O2 sensor, backordered. O2 sensor came in, installed and normal. |
| Dec | 2011 | 52000 | 0 | Tire pressure sensors inaccurately reporting low pressure. |
| Jun | 2012 | 64000 | 0 | EPC indicator on dash, |
| Jan | 2013 | 86000 | 85 | Strange noise when engaging clutch. Replaced clutch disc, pressure plate, throw out bearing, hydraulic fluid. |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 24800 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 25720 | 0 | Roof trim was not flush and was a bit loose. Dealer ordered parts and trim now is tight and lies flush. |
| Jul | 2011 | 26660 | 0 | 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 | 36880 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 42160 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 50000 | 0 | 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 | 900 | misfire cyl 1, fuel injector replaced, intake valves cleaned with chemical treatment |
| Mar | 2011 | 74000 | 1000 | Timing belt started squeaking. Belt replaced, waterpump replaced, serpentine belt replaced, cam seals, tensioner, related parts replaced. |
| Jun | 2012 | 102000 | 275 | diverter valve replaced, turbo underboost fault code |
| Mar | 2013 | 117000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 25000 | 0 | 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. |
| Jul | 2010 | 45700 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | 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 | 47300 | 70 | whistling sound with pressure loss Fuel pressure sensor replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 53000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 61500 | 85 | Coil pack went out. |
| Jan | 2013 | 66000 | 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. |
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 35000 | 0 | Complete ac failure |
| Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 45000 | 550 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 59000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 21000 | 0 | passenger side rain gutter molding was loose |
| Sep | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | passenger side rain gutter popped out and bent..caused a chip in the trunk the dealer painted |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Victoria, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2011 | 14260 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 21280 | 0 | Convenience electronics unit replaced. Fortunately I had an extended warranty, would have been $1700 (Australian). |
| Apr | 2013 | 21700 | 500 | battery needed replacing, had to pay hundreds for diagnostic too |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Heard rotational noise, dealer couldn't find, problem has not returned. so far so good. |
| Mar | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | Radio replaced. | |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | rear sway bar loose | |
| May | 2008 | 8680 | 0 | Loose fuel line rattle. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 41000 | 0 | Front driver's side window switch was intermittant. |
| Jul | 2011 | 47700 | 0 | Replaced Water Pump - Coolant alarm came on and was leaking coolant |
| Aug | 2011 | 48300 | 0 | Faulty Intake Manifold - replaced Faulty Driver's Window Switch. Window will not go down. |
| Sep | 2011 | 49000 | 0 | Noise emanating from AC interior blower fan due to binding fan - replaced |
| Jun | 2012 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 0 | Squeaky window. | |
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 47000 | 200 | Wiper fluid leak, hoses replaced. Volume issues with radio. |
| Apr | 2012 | 55000 | 0 | PCV Valve Armrest latch broken. |
| Mar | 2013 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 15000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 41000 | 0 | Taillight bulb burnt out, replaced at dealership. |
| Mar | 2012 | 61000 | 450 | Seat back came unglued. |
| Nov | 2012 | 70300 | 1800 | Misfire due to carbon deposits on intake valves. Decarb needed. Replace injector #2. Intake manifold sensor failure. Intake replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2010 | 46000 | 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 | 0 | Open updates 17D9, 24T3, 24T4 |
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2008 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 19000 | 0 | brake light |
| Dec | 2012 | 29000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 6000 | 0 | Small rattle in sky roof. Lubed with silicone spray and added felt to front liner whch elimiated rattle. The brakes tend to squeal. Was told that it's just the design of the car and that Audi rotors/pads glaze over "because of light braking" and it's unavoidable unless I regularly slam the brakes. I don't buy it. Seems a design flaw to me. |
| Jul | 2010 | 9000 | 0 | roof trim needed clip replacements -- came loose in track |
| Oct | 2010 | 9300 | 0 | 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 |
| Dec | 2012 | 15000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 5000 | 0 | Oxygen sensor failed. |
| Aug | 2009 | 20000 | 112 | DSG Mechatronics unit bad, car undrivable |
| Oct | 2009 | 20300 | 0 | Bad Mechatronics unit. Crankcase breather valve replaced. |
| Oct | 2010 | 28000 | 0 | TPMS Error in DIS, intermittent sensor failure, could not duplicate, reset MIL... |
| Apr | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | Airbag light on, diagnosed drive seat belt malfunction, parts ordered. Parts came in and drivers seat belt replaced |
| Mar | 2012 | 36000 | 270 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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 | 0 | Recall for malfunctioning mechatronic unit in DSG transmission that caused poor drivability. Had noticed problem for some time prior to the recall. |
| Aug | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 54000 | 1300 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 83000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 56000 | 0 | 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 | 750 | Same problem as in July 2011. Air Bag light on dash came on. Wiring for the rear side air bags was replaced. |
| Apr | 2012 | 68000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Romania | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 87420 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 89280 | 0 | Cam belt (timing belt), water pump and alternator belt replacement. |
| Aug | 2012 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Roof trim pieces came loose (popping up in rear), damaged hatch spoiler. Repaired under warranty. | |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | Steering wheel buttons (all but the horn) stopped working. Backlit buttons on the wheel were dark as well. Fixed under warranty. | |
| Jul | 2010 | 11300 | 0 | 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 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2013 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Audi A3 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 11780 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 19840 | 0 | 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 | 0 | AC high pressure sensor faulty - parts ordered. Original Audi dealer needs to update extended warranty details before repair can proceed. |
| Dec | 2011 | 27900 | 0 | 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 | 700 | Wheel bearing was faulty - replaced under extended warranty. Extended warranty didn't pay for wheel alignment. Brake carrier faulty - replaced |
| Jun | 2012 | 32240 | 0 | 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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