2020 AUDI RS 3 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
14
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 AUDI RS 3
The 2020 AUDI RS 3 has received a total of 1 safety complaint 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, AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY. 14 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 AUDI RS 3
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2020 AUDI RS 3, potentially affecting up to 306,304 vehicles.
Recall 21V198000 — AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
| 153,152 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
Consequence: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
View full details →Recall 21V198000 — AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
| 153,152 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
Consequence: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 AUDI RS 3
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 AUDI RS 3. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Water pump leaking very slowly. Dealer admitted that they had several cars with the same issue. Water pump failure could cause motor to seize Dealer confirmed water pump leak Warning message in the dash cluster warned of low coolant Searching the internet, there is a very large problem dozens of owners of Audi RS3 cars having water pump issues. Attached video from the dealer https://api.mykaarma.com/video-walkaround/details?inspection_uuid=61313c6b5a870b0001f117db&fileType=image_and_video
Safety Rating for the 2020 AUDI RS 3
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 AUDI RS 3 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 AUDI RS 3
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 14 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 AUDI RS 3. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB_2073060_3 — POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information when there is a loss of coolant from the coolant pump.
A9424752073316_1 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
This bulletin provides information when there is a warning for the 3rd brake light; DTC B12C615.
A5524892062669_3 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.
A402364204342417 — SUSPENSION
This bulletin provides information for when creaking and squeaking noises emit from the front end on uneven roads.
A402353204342415 — SUSPENSION
This bulletin provides repair instructions for instances where creaking/squeaking noises are heard from the left front or right front area of the vehicle when being driven on uneven roads.
A8722332056182_4 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin addresses a faint, high-frequency noise from the instrument panel area when the air conditioning is active.
A0021472031473_3 — STRUCTURE
This information bulletin states to remove the car wash bristle and advise the customer to go somewhere else to prevent it from occurring again.
A3720952047609_4 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 'vehicle eletronics malfunction' message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
A3420442047609_3 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a "vehicle eletronics malfunction" message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
A0120432058491_1 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:UNIT
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is DTC P310B00 and the engine warning lamp is on with running issues.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 AUDI RS 3
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI RS 3
- 2017 AUDI RS 3 — 1 complaint
- 2018 AUDI RS 3 — 22 complaints
- 2019 AUDI RS 3 — 9 complaints
- 2020 AUDI RS 3 (current)
- 2022 AUDI RS 3 — 0 complaints
- 2023 AUDI RS 3 — 0 complaints
- 2024 AUDI RS 3 — 0 complaints
- 2025 AUDI RS 3 — 0 complaints