Audi A3 Transmission Problems and Repair Histories
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Audi A3s for which no Transmission and Drivetrain problems have been reported are not displayed. So the Audi A3 problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car Transmission problem frequency.
For Audi A3 Transmission problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the Audi A3 Transmission and Drivetrain problems and repair histories that follow it.
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.
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Repair costs are in local units.
2013 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 0 | Replaced left front axle, flange, hub, and bearings. Vibration went away. Came back roughly 1000 miles later. | |
2010 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD
| Audi A3 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 14000 | 0 | 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. |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 0 | Noise at the Haldex system. They fix a new one. | |
2009 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 22000 | 0 | 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 |
| Jul | 2012 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| 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. | ||
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| 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 Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 45000 | 550 | 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 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 | 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 | |
| Aug | 2009 | 20000 | 112 | DSG Mechatronics unit bad, car undrivable |
| Oct | 2009 | 20300 | 0 | Bad Mechatronics unit. |
| Mar | 2013 | 43000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 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 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. |
| 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 | |
| Sep | 2011 | 88660 | 0 | 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. |
2007 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD
| 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. | |
2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 29000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 38000 | 0 | CV boot is damaged. SA stated could be replaced under warranty. Parts not available. |
| Jun | 2008 | 38000 | 0 | Torn CV boot cover. Wear was caused by improper clamp installation at manufacture. |
| Mar | 2013 | 86000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 58000 | 100 | Driver CV boot. |
| Dec | 2012 | 117000 | 250 | Both CV boots torn, replaced and repacked CV joint. Very normal repair given miles. |
| Mar | 2013 | 118000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 49000 | 0 | 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. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Audi A3 in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 45000 | 0 | 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. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 85000 | 230 | Torn CV boot was replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 190000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
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