2023 AUDI A3 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

7

Owner Complaints

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

29

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2023 AUDI A3

The 2023 AUDI A3 has received a total of 7 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. 29 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (2 complaints), Unknown Or Other (2 complaints), and Communication (1 complaint).

Recalls for the 2023 AUDI A3

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2023 AUDI A3, potentially affecting up to 388 vehicles.

Recall 24V251000 — AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

| 91 vehicles affected

Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may...

Consequence: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.

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Recall 22V901000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

| 297 vehicles affected

Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S3, RS3, and A3 vehicles. The Safety Certification label on the B-pillar is missing weight capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Consequence: Missing weight information may result in unintentional overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Audi dealers will install an overlay label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50ZZ.

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Owner Complaints for the 2023 AUDI A3

7 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 AUDI A3. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11719608 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
I was driving vehicle and heard a loud sound like an explosion. I looked up and there was a big hole in my sunroof. The sunroof exploded. Yes you can look at it. It proceeded to crack and glass flew everywhere. Danger was that glass flew everywhere, got in my hair and could have been way worse. It is very dangerous and lucky I didn’t wreck. I have no idea was this is not deemed bad enough for recall. Audi has the vehicle and the case has been turned over to their corporate engineering department. They are going to determine if they will fix it which I know from reading this is a recurring issue. There were no warnings. Insurance knows but Audi is responsible.
#11697574 | COMMUNICATION | | N/A miles
Please see attachment: “Hello, my name is [XXX] . I'm I'm calling about a vehicle. Recall on an Audi 2023. And I'm having trouble with the manufacturer regarding this Notice that they sent us [XXX] . thank you very much bye-bye…” INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11643339 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 57,083 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Audi A3. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the contact observed a RED triangle icon, and the message "Electrical System Malfunction Defect - Low Charge" was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle then lost motive power. The vehicle was steered over to the side of the road and stalled. The vehicle was restarted after 45 minutes. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fault control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 57,083.
#11569511 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
My 2023 Audi A3 with less than 3,000 miles completely stopped in the middle of a highway in Saugerties, New York. 4 hours away from home. I had my dog and my little sister with me and in the freezing pouring rain we had to get out and redirect traffic/ try to find help. I called Roadside assistance. They never came on [XXX] and didn't call back till 10pm to say they couldn't get to us because of the 8 inch snow storm. We had no heat because the car would not turn back on. 5 Ubers/ 3 lyfts and all taxis didn't come. Finally 1 uber came and took us to a nearby camp site where they allowed pitbull dogs. The next day, I had to call over 60 times to get someone to just tow my car to Audi Albany. Audi Albany would not drive me a loaner car because it was an hour away. With a lot of arguing Audi roadside/tow services finally allowed me to drive with the tow truck driver to Audi Albany. They gave me a loaner but said I had to book another hotel night because I was not allowed to drive the loaner back to my home yet. I was stuck in Saugerties NY for 2 nights 3 days. We both got sick from Sunday waiting for roadside assistance for over 5 hours. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11569511 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
My 2023 Audi A3 with less than 3,000 miles completely stopped in the middle of a highway in Saugerties, New York. 4 hours away from home. I had my dog and my little sister with me and in the freezing pouring rain we had to get out and redirect traffic/ try to find help. I called Roadside assistance. They never came on [XXX] and didn't call back till 10pm to say they couldn't get to us because of the 8 inch snow storm. We had no heat because the car would not turn back on. 5 Ubers/ 3 lyfts and all taxis didn't come. Finally 1 uber came and took us to a nearby camp site where they allowed pitbull dogs. The next day, I had to call over 60 times to get someone to just tow my car to Audi Albany. Audi Albany would not drive me a loaner car because it was an hour away. With a lot of arguing Audi roadside/tow services finally allowed me to drive with the tow truck driver to Audi Albany. They gave me a loaner but said I had to book another hotel night because I was not allowed to drive the loaner back to my home yet. I was stuck in Saugerties NY for 2 nights 3 days. We both got sick from Sunday waiting for roadside assistance for over 5 hours. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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Safety Rating for the 2023 AUDI A3

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2023 AUDI A3 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 AUDI A3

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 29 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 AUDI A3. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TSB_2072549_4 — SERVICE BRAKES

This bulletin provides informatino when there are DTCs stored in the ABS control unit; "magnetic field too low" C101AF1, C101BF1, C101CF1, C101DF1.

TSB-2073088_3 — ENGINE

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the message Radiator blind - fault. Maximum speed limit to 10 mph apears, DTCs P05AF00, P05B200, P05A000, P05A300.

TSB-2073608_2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the call list and/or media list is not displayed, "No entries available" appears; U105400.

A4025892043424_18 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information regarding creaking/squeaking noises from the front end on uneven roads.

A9124682065485_7 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there is interference on telephone calls that is synced with the engine's RPMs.

A9024242074984_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the warning "Radiator blnd- fault. Maxiumum speed limit to 10 mph" is in the clusters. DTCs P05AF00, P05B200, P05A000, P05A300.

A9624912071392_4 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information for when the front passenger airbag indicator in the roof module lights up permanently, DTCs B101614, B12F114.

A9423692071331_2 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

This bulletin provides information for when the 3rd brake light warning is displayed in the instrument cluster; B12C615.

A9423692071331_2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when the 3rd brake light warning is displayed in the instrument cluster; B12C615.

AVIN4PIN20231201 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Fuel pressure low. DTC P008700 Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge noise from belt tensioner damper Wheel speed sensor DTC C101AF1;C101BF1;C101CF1;C101DF1

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 AUDI A3

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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