Audi A3 in Manitoba, Canada Jul 2014 - Jun 2015
Oct 2014 68400 mi C $350	Power window control back seat driver side ceased to work

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008 48000 mi	Key couldn't be inserted into ignition. Key went in about a quarter of an inch and was being blocked. This then created problems for towing as the steering column couldn't be unlocked to move it out of the space.

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 55000 mi US $1000	Cracked CV joint on front driver side

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Feb 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015 112000 mi	Problem with door lock actuator - doors weren't consistently locking either with key/fob or internal locking mechanism.

Audi A3 in Kansas, United States Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
Apr 2015 111000 mi US $600	Compressor failed

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009 41000 mi	Check engine light came on due to sensor failure. Fixed on the second trip. Check engine light came on. Something to do with the richness of the fuel. Fixed after parts ordered.
Dec 2009 43000 mi	when lock on passenger side front is engaged it makes a loud squealing sound.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Apr 2012 81840 mi C $120	A coupling in the exhaust corroded and required replacement.
Aug 2012 83660 mi C $1300	AC compressor seized, required replacement.
Dec 2012 86800 mi C $900	Sensor in turbo system was not functioning properly, turbo boost was low. Sensor was replaced.
May 2013 89760 mi C $1100	Thermostat, temperature sensor, and auxiliary cooling fan all required replacement.
Apr 2014 96100 mi C $300	Flexible coupling between engine and muffler developed leaks, required replacement.
Sep 2014 100440 mi C $700	AC compressor failed completely and required full replacement. Starter failed completedly and required full replacement.
Dec 2015 114080 mi C $3000	Diverter valve in turbo was not functioning correctly, required replacement. Bushings on sway bar were worn. Parts replaced.
Mar 2016 114700 mi C $200	Left rear window regulator broke, window was no longer operational, couldn't raise to top. Had to replace with new regulator.
May 2016 116500 mi C $150	Noise coming from the front left side. Appeared to be worn wheel bearing. Diagnosis was incorrect. Bearing replaced, noise still there. Final repair yet to be done.
Jun 2016 118420 mi C $200	Replaced driver's side CV axle.
Sep 2016 120900 mi C $300	Replaced rear shocks.

Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States Oct 2010 - Oct 2011
Feb 2011 68000 mi US $4300	Cam sprocket broke off cam, leading to piston-valve interference while driving at 60MPH. Car had to be towed & required a new head assembly. Cost $4300.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2018
Oct 2012 103800 mi US $4900	Transmission failed, required replacement.  Clutch replaced at the same time, as was leaky radiator.
May 2013 116000 mi US $350	Replaced passenger rear wheel bearing.
Aug 2013 120000 mi US $500	Cooling fan system replaced after plastic radiator cover broke off, jammed cooling fan, and burned out motor.
Apr 2015 139000 mi US $1200	Both front CV boots torn.  Among other fuel system part replacements.
Mar 2018 168000 mi US $2500	Starter motor failed - replaced. Would have required a tow if two friends hadn't been able to help push start it.

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Feb 2011 - Jun 2013
Nov 2012 66500 mi US $250	Replaced left rear wheel bearing
Jun 2013 70000 mi US $200	Replaced CV boot

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2018
Mar 2009 58000 mi US $100	A/C compressor.  Driver CV boot.
Apr 2009 57000 mi US $500	Ignition Coils
Nov 2011 101000 mi	Shop thought it was engine temp sensor, it was not....problem began again 10min after i left the shop replaced thermostat, Audi paid since I had already paid for previous repair, which was not actual problem. Loaner provided, pretty happy with Audi service
Jun 2012 110000 mi	Check Eng light, 3 diff codes came up: cylndr 1 misfire, cylndr 2 misfire, low fuel. Dealer reset light & said if it came back on may have to clean intake or injectors, I forget. It came back on. Car idles rough @ cold start. Back 2 Dealer..
Dec 2012 117000 mi US $250	Both CV boots torn, replaced and repacked CV joint. Very normal repair given miles.
Dec 2013 129000 mi US $220	Rear drivers window, regulator? cable broke
Aug 2015 150000 mi US $800	Car was overheating. New thermostat and new small radiator fan. Big fan was ok.
Nov 2016 165700 mi US $1000	Replace rear suspension, normal wear and tear item.
Jun 2017 174000 mi US $800	Tie-rods and sway bars

Audi A3 in New Brunswick, Canada Oct 2011 - Jul 2012
Nov 2011 117800 mi C $400	Oil Sensor replacement, oil change

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2005 - Mar 2010

Mar 2007 10000 mi

Made an appointment for a check engine light. A fault code for a "flap" was found in computer and part replaced. Computer code was reflashed while doing this. Computer reflash was unsuccessful. Made two additional trips (reported separtely) The computer reflash made on the previous visit significantly reduced the power and driveability of the car. I stopped by for an hour and came back the next day for repair. Computer was repaired by some software adjustments less than reflash. Driveability

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Apr 2008 - Jan 2010
May 2008 20000 mi	Replaced ignition coils after car wouldn't start. Car was still under warranty. Towed to the dealership at no cost. Water sprayed into the engine bay suspected to have caused the failure of the ignition coils. Dealer replaced coils for free.
Jun 2009 31000 mi	Manual Transmission: Car hard to get into first gear and sometimes popped out of gear.
Jan 2010	Car sold with transmission problem reported earlier.

Audi A3 in Arizona, United States Nov 2011 - Jan 2012
Dec 2011 78000 mi US $420	Diaphragm on Bypass Valve failed, low turbo boost condition, power down significantly, but still driveable. Dealer replaced Bypass Valve and has been working fine since.

Audi A3 in Quebec, Canada Apr 2009 - Jun 2012
Jun 2009 45880 mi	seats - leather was cracked driver seat leather was cracked on both parts lower and back, replaced both, would have cost 2000$CAN to replace if not under warranty
Jul 2009 46500 mi	Sunroof shade did not slide properly, replaced clips/tracks, would have cost 2000$ if not under warranty. Also the interior driver's door handle making crackling noise and did not spring back in place properly, replaced thereit, would have cost 400$. sun roof shade did not slide properly, replaced clips/tracks, would have cost 2000$ if not under warranty, there was also the interior driver's door handle making crackling noise and did not spring back in place properly, replaced it, would have cost 400$
Aug 2009 48980 mi C $60	20 minutes @ 110$/h to change a headlight bulb @ 30$ the sun roof shade was not sliding properly, first time they replaced it, was still having problem, this time they replaced the clips, now it works fine, the originl repair was 1year warranty so no cost
Dec 2010 60760 mi C $407	PCV Valve was obstructed, pressure built in the engine, oil cap and mount popped out, some oil drops spilled but not much. Idle was jumping to 2k while PCV was defective
Jun 2012 75640 mi C $1010	Blower was stuck, they replaced blower Radiator leaked, was slowly losing coolant liquid

Audi A3 in Washington, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2014
Nov 2011 33000 mi US $380	thermostat replaced replaced right front outer cv boot

Audi A3 in Nevada, United States Jul 2012 - May 2016
Aug 2012 56000 mi US $400	Radiator fan stopped working. Was replaced with OEM radiator fan
Sep 2012 57000 mi US $75	Diverter valve had a tear in the original valve. Replaced with an updated diverter valve from VW.
Nov 2012 58700 mi US $600	Thermostat failure. Thermostat was stuck open causing the car to run at normal operation temperature.
Aug 2014 76000 mi US $1400	Evaporative Cannister was leaking causing check engine light. Valve cover gasket was worn causing oil leak. Replaced valve cover gasket. Outer CV boots torn. Grease was getting all over the axle and suspension parts. Boots were replace.
Jun 2015 86000 mi US $600	Fuel Pump failure. Causing hesitation and jerking of the car. Fuel pump was replaced.
Jul 2015 86500 mi US $650	Sudden loss of power while driving. Determined to be fuel pump. The fuel pump was replaced along with fuel filter.
Feb 2016 99000 mi US $3600	Multiple oil leaks, replaced oil filter housing.  Coolant leak. replaced valve.

Audi A3 in Vermont, United States Sep 2016 - Oct 2016
Sep 2016 89000 mi US $400	Replaced rear wheel bearings. Replaced thermostat - problem came back after 6 months. Will attempt next repair myself.
Oct 2016 90000 mi US $50	Driver door airbag sensor failure - debug and replacement

Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2016 - Sep 2016
Jun 2016 126000 mi US $50	Siren honk stop working.
Jul 2016 126000 mi US $1	Vacuum oil pump leaked badly.
Aug 2016 126000 mi US $50	Key fob failed to work, replaced fob
Sep 2016 126000 mi US $500	Both front central locking motors as well as right rear one failed.

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2007 - Jan 2011
Jul 2007 9400 mi	Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Cleaned. Second time.
Jul 2008 18600 mi	Internal door handle binding. Replaced.
Sep 2008 19200 mi	Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Third time.
Feb 2009 21570 mi	Faulty thermoswitch caused improper temp readings, continual cooling fan operation when cold.
Sep 2009 24250 mi	Rear wishwash wiper washer clogged/not operational. Cleaned. Fourth time.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Oct 2009 - Dec 2009
Oct 2009 96000 mi US $1400	The high pressure fuel pump failed, which also took out the intake camshaft. It took about 2 days to fix. Extended warranty expired two days earlier. Dealer got Audi to cover parts ($1,600), I paid labor.

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2018
Jul 2010 39166 mi	battery replaced
May 2016 121000 mi US $100	low pressure fuel pump replaced
Sep 2017 131000 mi US $450	Carbon build-up cleaned off and around valves.

Audi A3 in Georgia, United States Jun 2015 - Sep 2015
Aug 2015 49300 mi	camshaft problem turbo valve malfunction drivers side window controls not working

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2014 - Oct 2014
Jun 2014 155000 mi	Intake valve stuck open. Fixed easily.

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States Dec 2008 - Oct 2009
Jan 2009 64000 mi US $60	Check engine light indicated low boast pressure caused by a bad diverter valve.
Feb 2009 66000 mi US $185	The PCV valve on this car is weak and can cause unnecessary oil consumption. The manufacturer has developed a newer version
Jul 2009 79000 mi US $500	Replaced fuel pump. Replaced camshaft follower myself in July parts were $500. This was caused by a manufacturing problem. The camshaft also needed to be replaced. Would have cost about $1500.

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Dec 2011 - Jun 2013
Aug 2012 88600 mi US $50	Replaced ECT (engine coolant temperature sensor). Problem remains. Next step is to replace the thermostat.
Apr 2013 92300 mi US $200	Rear hatch lock caused by leaking rear washer motor

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Apr 2014 - Aug 2017
Sep 2014 128340 mi C $100	Engine light on, scanner showed turbo boost issues. Replaced the turbo diverter valve ($49) and the problem resolved. Labour $50.
Oct 2014 128740 mi	Rusted through both fenders behind the plastic trim. Vehicle had perforation warranty, but Audi Canada declined the claim based on the photos taken by the dealer. Photos didn't show detail, they said the cause was stone damage and declined
Jun 2015 134540 mi C $240	Passenger side wheel bearing failure.
Sep 2015 136400 mi C $800	Ceased driver side rear brake caliper. Passenger side front as well as rear wheel bearings noisy.
May 2016 148800 mi C $80	Car started missing, scan showed a cylinder misfire. Replaced a defective ignition coil and a cracked breather hose.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2014 - May 2014
May 2014 95000 mi US $600	Replace on injector and then cleaned all intake valves.

Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States Jun 2011 - Mar 2013
Aug 2012 61300 mi US $500	Torn driver's side CV boot; replaced axle assembly
Dec 2012 67000 mi	Driver's side half-shaft replaced earlier this year; CV boot failed again, replaced under warranty at no charge
Mar 2013 67000 mi US $70	Both horns dead. Replaced with used units from local wrecker shop. DIY.

Audi A3 in Maryland, United States May 2009 - Mar 2015
Jun 2009 55000 mi US $100	a/c compressor not working after 3 repairs on temperature sensor,
Jun 2010 69000 mi US $1000	left front bearing changed without fixing the problem ( noise with driving 30 miles and above), right (back) bearing changed ( other shop) and problem is gone, great car!!!

Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Jan 2022
Sep 2008 18000 mi	Latch on rear seat roof shade not operable.
Nov 2009 24000 mi	Front sunshade latch broke. Unfortunately, these latch breakages for the 2006 A3 are so common, the car shows up as a bad repair risk when it is really not.
Dec 2011 37000 mi US $375	Front wheel bearings replaced
Mar 2012 37000 mi US $385	turbo bypass valve stuck Stuck purge valve
Oct 2012 40200 mi US $750	Replaced front left and right wheel bearings
Feb 2014 46300 mi	Warning lights on front display not working. Fixed via computer hookup.
May 2014 47000 mi US $185	Engine temperature sensor failed--replaced
Nov 2014 47300 mi US $750	replace sticking thermostat Replaced driver side electric window control
Mar 2017 56000 mi US $825	Two rear CV joint boots replaced Replaced old battery with new
May 2018 57000 mi US $2371	replace intake manifold driver door lock replaced

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Mar 2007 - May 2010
Oct 2008 44000 mi	EPC light, ESP light, CE light. Cruise control inop. Hard to start. Car ran but had minimal power. Center armrest lid latch had broken. Lid replaced under warranty.
Nov 2008 45000 mi	EPC light, ESP light, CE light. Cruise control inop. Hard to start. Car ran but had minimal power. Replaced throttle body.
Mar 2009 49000 mi	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.

Audi A3 in Kentucky, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010
Mar 2008 45000 mi	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.
Dec 2008 66000 mi US $150	Purged EVAP valve. Not detrimental to performance or driving car.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Nov 2007 - Aug 2016
Dec 2007 31000 mi	Variable length intake manifold was throwing a CEL for about 1 month. Shop reset light and said come back if it returns.
May 2008 38000 mi	Check engine light. Dealer reset the light/ flashed the ECU, but did not record the code. Car has been using excessive oil. 2q in 4k miles. Was told that was within spec. No visible oil leaks. Dealer will not investigate further. CV boot is damaged. SA stated could be replaced under warranty. Parts not available.
Jun 2008 38000 mi	Torn CV boot cover. Wear was caused by improper clamp installation at manufacture. Variable length intake flap malfunction. Part replaced. Turbo diverter valve damaged. Part replaced.
Mar 2009 48000 mi	Tears in driver side seat.  OpenSky sunshade does not retract correctly. Dealer ordered parts. Driver's side b pillar paint flaking.
Apr 2009 49000 mi	Entire driver's seat cover replaced with new cover. Replaced entire front sun shade assembly under warranty. The exterior B-Pillar trim began to peel at about 45000 miles. Dealer replaced with a new trim piece under warranty.
Oct 2010 68000 mi US $470	AC fan fails intermittently. No codes thrown and fan was working when car was at the shop so unable to reproduce/ diagnose.
Dec 2010 69000 mi US $470	AC system powered on but not sending air. Indy shop r/r the blower motor for the AC system.
Oct 2011 77500 mi US $435	car was hard starting. Battery replaced
Mar 2013 86000 mi	Airbag light is on. Computer indicates intermittent rear seat belt tensioner switch fault. Reset fault. No more problem
Apr 2013 86300 mi US $100	Two blown coil packs.
Jul 2015 101000 mi	AC compressor is dead. Waiting on replacement.

Audi A3 in Kansas, United States Feb 2007 - Nov 2008
Mar 2007 6000 mi	Replace both side mark lights, have water inside .
Apr 2007 9000 mi	Replace A/C compressor
Apr 2008 26000 mi	The cooling fan always running at very high RPM, no matter what the temperature is. They change the ECU,AC compressor, check every wire. Still can not fix. They even have the Audi's technician work on it. Still in the shop.

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Aug 2006 - Dec 2009
Aug 2007 25000 mi	Wheel bearing for right rear wheel
Sep 2007 25000 mi	Defective right rear wheel bearing
Feb 2009 45000 mi	Both rear wheel bearings had to be replaced. Claimed insufficient time available to replace rear wheel bearings as shop opened only half day on Saturdays.
Mar 2009 47000 mi	Both rear wheel bearings replaced.

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Sep 2006 - Nov 2015
Jul 2009 65000 mi US $500	New rear shocks
Oct 2010 77000 mi US $190	CEL that was intermittent; memory cleared, air filter replaced and dealership stated that the air filter was not seated properly. CEL came back on one week later for several days, then off again. Suspect the issue is the PCV.
May 2011 81000 mi US $400	Blower motor failure - second time since 50,xxx miles. Initially thought had to replace part, then found only had to clean out debris.
Nov 2011 88000 mi US $575	Handbrake cable + caliper seized on drivers' side and the cable needed to be replaced along with the rear brake pad set.
Dec 2011 89000 mi US $305	Failed temperature sensor and rusted out clamp holding the exhaust to the underbody.
Jun 2012 95000 mi	Thermostat replacement, performed as part of the timing belt replacement. Started failing six months earlier, but waited until time to do the timing belt.
Apr 2013 102300 mi US $1100	Front bearing replacement CV boot and half-shaft Front control arm replacement
Dec 2014 117000 mi US $1100	Replace tie rods

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Aug 2007 - Jun 2017
Dec 2007 35000 mi	Improperly secured air intake cover -- causing admission of unmetered air -- after recall repair, performed during scheduled maintenance. Discovered and repaired at next scheduled maintenance at different dealer shop.
Feb 2008 41 mi	TSB-ECU reprogram at annual vehicle safety inspection.
Jun 2008 48000 mi	Check engine light. OBD verified fault in Flap Motor. Replaced Flap Motor.
Mar 2010 84000 mi	Engine mount- replaced as part of Jan 2010 timing belt replacement- sheared at block from pot hole trauma. Shop attributed failure to defective mount. All repairs including 'frayed new timing belt' made under warranty on defective (Audi) mount.
Sep 2012 123000 mi US $408	Coolant Temp Sensor
Apr 2013 130500 mi US $720	1. Turbocharger recirculation valve replaced 2. N80 valve replaced/fuel induction system serviced
Dec 2013 139000 mi US $475	Replaced intake manifold sensor motor
Jan 2014 129500 mi US $1183	Outer CV boots L & R replaced. Discovered at scheduled maint. No repair/damage to drivetrain/transaxle .
Jan 2016 144200 mi	CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, Poor performance. Diagnosis: Intake camshaft/cam follower/exhaust cam FAIL. Parts plus Fuel Pump REPLACED.
Sep 2016 175000 mi	Replaced the support bow for the sunshade. As I understand it, the failure of the latch mechanism was a known issue. I replaced that myself.
May 2017 182000 mi	New radiator and rear brakes mid-May 2017. Seal at the bottom of radiator failed. New struts, Koni Sport.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada May 2007 - May 2015
Apr 2008 15500 mi	Intake motor flap not working. It was replaced.
Oct 2008 17980 mi	Radiator fan was always running on high. Coolant temp sensor was replaced.
Jun 2009 21700 mi	Fuel pump issue
Jun 2012 37200 mi C $362	AC pressure sensor needed replacing
Sep 2013 46500 mi C $150	Rear brake light housing melted around the bulb. Needed a new light unit.
Nov 2013 47740 mi C $240	both rear light sockets on tailgate burnt out

Audi A3 in New York, United States Dec 2005 - Sep 2018
Dec 2006 10000 mi	Check engine light
Sep 2007 16000 mi	Flashing engine light
Apr 2009 29000 mi	Oil cooler malfunctioned and was replaced
Nov 2012 48600 mi US $400	Temp gauge sensor problem

Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia Dec 2015 - Sep 2016
Jan 2016 A $200	Cool pack shorted out leading to rough engine idle/run Replaced all four

Audi A3 in Victoria, Australia Dec 2012 - Dec 2013
Feb 2013 65260 mi A $100	Both exterior B-pillar inserts started to peel and discolour in various spots. Inserts had to be re-painted.
Dec 2013 70680 mi	Copper/brass swarf in the engine oil coming from an unknown bearing in the engine. Decided to sell the car instead of an engine rebuild.

Audi A3 in Nebraska, United States Mar 2011 - May 2011
May 2011 53000 mi US $200	O2 sensor replaced; emissions computer also broken, not replaced broken rail clip on driver side

Audi A3 in Alberta, Canada Jul 2012 - Sep 2016
Sep 2012 101060 mi C $115	OEM Turbo Bypass Valve failure. Updated OEM valve purchased and installed.
Nov 2013 124440 mi C $1300	Thermostat failed. Thermostat and water pump with tensioner replaced. Timing Belt and pulleys replaced.
Mar 2014 130200 mi C $40	Coolant(level) reservoir sensor became intermittent, replaced

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada Sep 2012 - Jan 2014
Dec 2012 81220 mi C $200	Engine light came on, repair shop traced problem and fixed it. 2 weeks later, thermostat gauge works intermittently, though the thermostat itself is working. The car runs well, reliable.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2007 - Jun 2015
Dec 2010 55000 mi US $350	CV joint rubber boot torn down- driver's side. To be replaced soon. Replace CV joint if necessary.
Oct 2011 64500 mi US $180	Reattach cv boot clamp.
Dec 2011 67000 mi US $425	Check engine light was on. Slight loss of power. Problem traced back to turbo diverter valve. It was replaced.
Oct 2013 84700 mi	Camshaft follower failed, damaged fuel pump.
Oct 2014 100800 mi US $400	Misfire on cylinder #3. Spark plugs and ignition coils were replaced.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2006 - Jun 2011
Jul 2006 3000 mi	A/C failed twice. Dealer replaced compressor
Apr 2010 80000 mi US $150	Replaced wheel bearing
Jun 2011 132000 mi US $50	Oil leaking from valve cover

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States May 2007 - Jul 2013
Nov 2009 34000 mi	Rattling screw in hatch.
Apr 2010 38300 mi	mold smell in air conditioner
Dec 2011 55000 mi US $275	CV boot
Jul 2013 62000 mi US $1800	Five trips to dealer for single check engine light; alternator was replaced in the middle of this. Likely dealer error (as they also caused leak in coolant system that they had to fix as well). cv boot

Audi A3 in Oregon, United States May 2007 - Jun 2022
Sep 2008 11000 mi	Concert II cd disk player stopped working. Warranty denied even though a known problem. Since I have and aftermarket Ipod cable attached to head unit, the entire head unit is no longer covered. Update: later bought a used one.
Dec 2008 12000 mi	Replaced MAF.
Mar 2015 22000 mi US $100	Replace purge valve
Nov 2015 24000 mi US $800	New fuel pump
Dec 2015 24000 mi US $401	Faulty instrument cluster. Oem is $1000 plus a $200 labor. I will be buying a used one from a company that can clone my old one for $359 from totaled cars...soon.

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2007 - Jan 2022
Dec 2011 44000 mi US $350	Mechanic said lower control arm bushings were worn, and that it is a fairly common issue with cars of this age (2006). I had them replaced and noticed an immediate difference in suspension feel.
Jun 2013 51000 mi US $250	Replaced (old version) torn rubber diverter valve with new version.
Sep 2013 53000 mi US $1500	Airbag warning light came on. Diagnosed as airbag igniter 2 fault. Tried replacing harness, but no results. After further investigation, Airbag had to be replaced.
Feb 2015 59000 mi US $600	Right CV boot torn.
Mar 2015 60000 mi US $350	Rear Passenger-side window malfunctioned due to broken regulator. Purchased and installed new regulator.
Feb 2017 67000 mi US $400	Valve cover gasket was leaking oil. Part replaced
Jun 2017 68000 mi US $100	Replace rear driver side window regulator.
Feb 2018 70000 mi US $800	Breather assembly replaced. Car running rough, occasional whistles/squeaks from engine bay. Diagnosed as stuck valve on breather assembly that was keeping too much vacuum in engine block.

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2018
Jun 2012 44000 mi	Car sometimes overheating. Traced to faulty radiator fan. Fan replaced.
Dec 2012 49000 mi US $250	In cold weather (32f or below) rear brake lights switch on and drain battery.
Apr 2014 61000 mi US $60	Exhaust pipe separated, likely due to getting shaken from hitting potholes.
Oct 2016 81300 mi	Turbocharger wastegate malfunction (VWAudi=diverter valve). Problem had been ongoing. Engine slower to build up boost.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States May 2007 - Oct 2010
Oct 2007 21000 mi	I kept hearing a loud noise that came from either the wheel bearings or the tires. Dealer determined that it was the tires (a common problem with the stock Pirelli P6s.)
Apr 2008 25000 mi	The engine cooling fan was constantly running and the a/c wouldn't engage. Eventually a check engine light came on.
May 2008 26000 mi	Air conditioner would periodically stop working and engine cooling fan would run continuously. The dealer discovered a faulty coolant temp sensor and replaced it. The problem has not returned.
Oct 2008 32000 mi	Battery was dead twice within a week, and noticed that brake lights were on even though the car was off. Dealer believed it to be a faulty break sensor and replaced the sensor. No problems since.
Nov 2008 32000 mi	The leather on the driver's seat bolster was cracked and worn. Audi replaced the bottom driver's seat cover.
Jan 2009 35000 mi	Was getting a low coolant warning. Checked the coolant and found that indeed there was a low coolant level. Dealer found a slow leak in coolant hose. Part was ordered and I am awaiting arrival.
Mar 2009 36000 mi	There was a leak in coolant system - the parts were ordered and finally installed on this trip.
Aug 2009 41000 mi	Coating on metal exterior piece between driver side front and rear door was peeling away. Audi of American claims that it is not covered under warrarny. Noticed that coolant was low after system was repaired 6 months ago. Dealer found a that a clamp was loose and tightened it.
Nov 2009 43000 mi	Received a low coolant warning again. Dealer found hose with a leak - replaced hose and modified engine heat shield which was tearing into the hose.

Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States Jun 2011 - Aug 2012
Jul 2011 88000 mi	Left rear window was binding on guides, nothing was broke. I lubed the guides with a silicone spray and the regulator cables with grease. The window returned to normal operation.
Aug 2011 89200 mi US $65	Replaced thermostat.
Sep 2011 89000 mi US $110	Replaced right rear wheel bearing.
Jun 2012 106000 mi US $60	Air pipe to brake booster replaced due to cracks on either end.

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2012
May 2011 61700 mi US $900	Replaced AC compressor, out of warranty, but dealer helped, cost to me was around $900.
Mar 2012 71000 mi US $550	Car didn't warm up quickly

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States May 2012 - Jun 2012
May 2012 78000 mi US $1000	bad rear wheel bearing and worn brakes
Jun 2012 78000 mi US $100	turbo charger

Audi A3 in New York, United States Apr 2007 - Jan 2016
May 2007 43000 mi	Dealer repaired faulty module in April, horn was not properly grounded
Dec 2007 65000 mi	driver's side master window switch was faulty
Jul 2008 85000 mi US $230	Torn CV boot was replaced.
Jul 2011 155300 mi US $450	Vacuum leak from cooling flange
May 2012 172000 mi US $900	replace 1 of 2 fans, plus thermostat
Sep 2013 197000 mi US $900	flex downpipe broken, exhaust leak,
Sep 2014 201000 mi US $600	Intake manifold flapper motor stuck closed. MIL on. Motor Replaced
Mar 2015 208000 mi US $2500	Front control arms, dog one mounts, rear spring, front and rear brakes
Oct 2015 211300 mi US $985	Cam follower shattered, new fuel pump and cam follower installed Passenger side CV Boot compromised
Dec 2015 213000 mi US $130	Carbon build in intake valve caused CEL and rough idling

Audi A3 in Arizona, United States - Apr 2007
Apr 2007 26200 mi	ESP Module Replaced, warranty, no cost.

Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2008 - Apr 2011
May 2008 41000 mi	Broken PCV valve.

Audi A3 in California, United States Jun 2006 - Jan 2011
May 2010 78400 mi	Mechatronic replaced.
Sep 2010 87000 mi	Sunroof clip replaced.
Jan 2011 69000 mi	Unresolved problem with oil pressure light when traded.

Audi A3 in California, United States - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 26000 mi	Fixed the known issue of a fuel line not being completely secure and rattling behind the glove box.

Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 15500 mi	drivers seat squeaking

Audi A3 in Missouri, United States Apr 2017 - May 2017
May 2017 155000 mi US $1100	Turbo charger repair

Audi A3 in Oregon, United States - Oct 2007
Oct 2007 19000 mi	The OpenSky roof mechanism broke such that one side would catch and would not close. Apparently a guide wheel broke which caused the glass to not to move along the left rail.

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Feb 2015 - Aug 2017
Oct 2015 140500 mi US $625	Alternator died and then killed the battery. Needed to be replaced after the alternator failed.

Audi A3 in Louisiana, United States Feb 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015 43000 mi US $150	replace two coils

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States Aug 2007 - Apr 2010
Oct 2007 25000 mi	Airbag light is on due to faulty electrical issue with seat belt buckle
Nov 2007 26000 mi	MK: appears that part ordered again for airbag light issue.
Dec 2007 28000 mi	Air bag light on. Passenger female part of seat belt ordered in Oct and replaced in early December. This fixed problem.
Aug 2008 40000 mi	Left Side DSG paddle was delaminating, replaced under warranty.
Dec 2008 45000 mi	Pollen air filter housing loose causing cold air into center of car around console. Cold air coming in under radio and glove box area. Dealer fixed under warranty, a loose Pollen filter housing. Did this with free 45k maintenance.
Jun 2009 50000 mi US $50	Radiator leaked. Replaced under CPO

Audi A3 in California, United States May 2014 - Jun 2014
May 2014 125000 mi US $800	replaced ignition coils

Audi A3 in Hawaii, United States Jun 2014 - Jul 2014
Jul 2014 65000 mi US $1000	A/C Compressor replacement

Audi A3 in Rhode Island, United States Nov 2006 - Sep 2012
May 2007 22000 mi	Broken Sun Visor Clip - repaired under Warranty Complained about excessive cabin noise - Tire issue and NOT the bearing probalem I thought was the cause. Referred to tire manufacturer for remedy.
Feb 2008 32000 mi US $20	Low oil, light came on. Was told engine operating within manufacturer's specifications.
Mar 2009 48000 mi	Leak in emissions systems. Repaired, not told with what.
Jun 2010 65000 mi US $475	The coil pack failed without warning as I was driving on the interstate. Save for the recall notice that it might fail, there was no other indications. In fact, I had an appointment scheduled for the next day for replacement, but it failed a day early.
Oct 2010 69000 mi US $50	Secondary fan was not operating, dealer replaced under warranty-$50 deductible.
Apr 2012 91000 mi US $230	replaced fuel pressure sensor

Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States Oct 2006 - Jul 2017
Jun 2006 3000 mi	DSG transmission: problem was lurching / clunking on the shift Identified problem: Mechatronic Replaced, and no problem since It did take 4 weeks though
Jul 2008 11000 mi	CEL came on; fixed by reflash
Jul 2009 16000 mi	catalytic converter failure: indication was rattling noise at certain RPM
Jun 2016 68000 mi	rusty

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2016
May 2016 131400 mi US $300	AC performs very poorly, apparently due in part to malfunctioning electrical cooling fan under hood. Fan replaced, but AC still weak. Rear wheel bearings failed suddenly, creating intolerable howl at highway speeds, but car still drivable.

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States Apr 2007 - Dec 2017
May 2007 10000 mi	Air Bag warning light came on. Technician found passenger air bag module or seat sensors malfunctioning. Module, sensors, and wiring replaced.
Jun 2008 19000 mi	Experienced intermittent oil warning lights, loss of engine power during quick stop and go, and one stall. Had problem checked while in for tire rotation. Dealer could not find problem. Problem persists.
Oct 2009 30000 mi	During regular maintenance, had occasional stall problem checked again. Engine diagnostics found bad crankcase pressure valve. Valve and hose replaced under warranty.
Sep 2010 36000 mi US $547	Started hearing a loud motor-like noise related to speed above 25 mph. Dealer inspected wheel bearings and found notch during spin of left rear wheel. Bearings replaced.
Mar 2011 40000 mi US $105	AIR BAG light came on. Dealer found airbag pressure switch signal too low. An airbag control module update is available for this issue. Dealer reflashed module with update.
May 2013 56000 mi US $456	Temp gauge stopped coming up, then check engine light came on. Replaced coolant temp sensor, but temp reading fluctuated. Then replaced thermostat.
May 2014 63100 mi US $832	While looking for noise from front wheels, shop found left front axle had a torn boot and was making noise. Replaced front left axle. While investigating extended crank, shop found code for camshaft position. Replaced camshaft position sensor. Sometimes getting a coolant temperature warning during first minute after start when very cold. Shop simply added coolant. Too warm to duplicate now.
Aug 2014 64900 mi	Cam follower broke and damaged fuel pump and cylinder head. Shop replaced all damaged parts under warranty per TSB.
Jun 2015 68000 mi US $150	Engine noise sounded louder from inside. Tech found exhaust leaking at a clamp on mid-pipe. Clamp/sleeve replaced and exhaust adjusted.
Apr 2016 74300 mi US $350	Mechanic found front right CV shaft has excessive slop and leaking boot. Replaced.
Apr 2017 82239 mi US $408	Jerking during moderate acceleration became more frequent, then flashing check engine light. Tech found one cylinder misfiring with bad ignition coil and fouled spark plugs. Replaced coil and spark plugs.
Oct 2017 86387 mi US $879	Some rough acceleration, then check engine light. Underboost code. Tech found ruptured diaphragm in boost recirculation valve. Replaced valve. Inspection found worn/torn bushings on rear sway bar end links. Replaced. Tech found camshaft oil seal was leaking. Replaced seal.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Aug 2007 - Nov 2012
Jan 2010 36000 mi	Front rubber axle boot clamp had broken and was leaking grease.
Jun 2012 65000 mi US $326	Check Engine Light in the dash. Replaced faulty Turbo Charge Pressure Valve due to Fault PO299 & had sporadic fault for electrical fuel pump malfunction.
Sep 2012 68000 mi US $625	Engine Light on Dash: Diagnosis showed Breather Hose cracked. Replaced. Also replaced passenger side CV Boot.

Audi A3 in Minnesota, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009 47000 mi	Noisy blower motor.
Mar 2009 49000 mi	Decreased power when turning.

Audi A3 in Montana, United States Nov 2008 - Jan 2015
Dec 2008 33000 mi	Faulty induction manifold causing carbon build-up in no.4 injector.
May 2014 90000 mi US $90	replaced coil packs and spark plugs to solve check engine light
Jul 2014 91200 mi US $3000	replaced ECU

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada Mar 2008 - May 2012
Jul 2008 28520 mi	TSB #2010148/5, replaced ambient temperature sensor
Jun 2011 50220 mi C $250	Torn CV Boot on drivers side. Caught in time; no damage to CV joint. Removed, cleaned, inspected, regreased, and reinstalled with new boot.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2011
Mar 2009 32000 mi	Rear Seat armrest latch broken.
Jun 2010 38000 mi	broken sun shade and bubbles on door sign.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jan 2009 - Dec 2011
Oct 2010 82000 mi	Repaired opensky sunscreen clasps that broke. Replaced clasp on drivers armrest console. Adjusted driver door strikeplate -- making clunking sound. Squeak upon starting.
Dec 2011 95500 mi US $345	rear driver side window will not go up regulator went out rear driver side window will not go up regulator went out

Audi A3 in Virginia, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007 24000 mi	Apparently a flap on the intake manifold malfunctioned, triggering the check engine light. Flap replaced under warranty.
Jul 2008 31000 mi	Minimum Oil Warning Light. Replaced fluids but couldn't find any significant leak. Will recheck in 2500 miles.
Dec 2008 35000 mi	Failure of a "purge valve" (or something like that) triggered the check engine light. Replaced under warranty at the 35k service.

Audi A3 in Arizona, United States May 2008 - Mar 2012
Aug 2008 29000 mi	The check engine light was on, they changed the intake adjust motor.
May 2009 36000 mi	Left rear window regulator broke, repaired under warranty in 1 hour
Sep 2010 42000 mi US $50	The third LED brake light defected. Replaced the whole part

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2021
Mar 2009 33000 mi	Check engine light came on 5 different times, they said it was the gas cap. It wound up being the high pressure fuel pump, cam, cam follower, and a bunch of nuts and bolts and cover and 9 hrs of labor. All covered under warranty, after me yelling in the .
Nov 2010 52000 mi US $293	back window would not close. C.S. Audi said it would cost about $600. Went to European Fine Car Repairs. $293 inc. tax. Coral Springs Audi lost a customer. Price was not even close. SHOP AROUND. I usually just pay what audi says, no more...
Dec 2011 63000 mi US $598	replaced two front axle assemblies (including cv boots) and labor for repair...
Jan 2012 80200 mi US $354	replaced right rear window regulator
Nov 2012 71700 mi US $275	rpms would not hold steady at idle. Check engine light came on. It was crankcase vent valve. got it repaired, works fine now...
Aug 2013 78800 mi US $305	Airbag warning light came on. Needed to replace trigger spring assembly.
May 2014 85700 mi US $603	replaced thermostat and flushed cooling system and replaced coolant.
Jun 2015 96000 mi US $650	replace the coils
Nov 2015 104400 mi	Had AAA replace the dead battery...
Mar 2016 108000 mi	replaced PCV valve
Apr 2016 108700 mi	check engine light came on, same as before last repair. this time replaced timing belt. after 3 days the check engine light came back on. I do not know if I should put any more money into this car.That light has been on for a while now...

Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2010
Jan 2009 71000 mi US $420	Headlight cluster burn out replaced.

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2011
Mar 2008 6500 mi	dsg transmission replaced under warranty
May 2008 10500 mi	rear seat armrest latch replaced
Aug 2008 15500 mi	AC compressor replaced
Jul 2010 36000 mi US $200	sun shade for sun roof broken, once repaired under warranty

Audi A3 in Iowa, United States May 2009 - Jun 2012
Apr 2011 50000 mi US $400	Driver's front cv axle went bad. Horrible clunking sound, could not drive car.
Apr 2012 61000 mi US $750	Window motor broke

Audi A3 in Quebec, Canada Aug 2008 - Jan 2010
Jan 2008 34720 mi	Steering wheel upshift "+" paddle peeling (metal finish) replaced under warranty
Oct 2008 34782 mi	Cracking leatherette on driver's seat - Seat bottom Driver's side seat leatherette cracking (sides, not surface) replaced under warranty
Jan 2009 39680 mi	Fuel pump relay defective causing erratic idle.
May 2009 45880 mi	Driver's side passenger window trim rusting.  Broke a weather strip during repairs and had to order for subsequent repair.
Jul 2009 47740 mi	Simply replaced the window molding when received Replaced the door weatherstripping broken when they replaced a rusting window moulding

Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010
Aug 2008 57000 mi US $380	Sporadic idle. 500 to 1800 rpm. Valve cover replaced.

Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Aug 2008 - Aug 2018
Dec 2008 29000 mi	Had a CEL when starting the car. The code returned misfire on cylinder 1. Given code and symptoms which included brief, initial rough idle the problem was due to failing coilpacks. Haven't yet replaced the coilpacks but the CEL hasn't returned.
Sep 2010 57000 mi US $600	Discovered a torn, rubber outer boot on driver-side front wheel. Noticed no other problem. Took it to dealer to replace.  Dealer found contamination and wear on bearing and recommended replacing unit. Followed recommendation.
May 2011 69000 mi US $90	Had a CEL reporting small vacuum leak, but with no symptoms. Eventually CEL produced error linked to diverter valve and car cut turbo boost as a precaution, but no symptoms were evident. Valve replaced, problem solved.
Jul 2012 80500 mi US $320	Alarm went off within 5 minutes of the car being locked, every time. Turned out to be a problem with the rear hatch window. May have been caused during previous service, when rear wiper was broken, but no way to confirm. Had no issue whatsoever, but got intermittent CEL for small leak detected in EVAP system. Ended up being a failing purge valve.
Sep 2014 101000 mi US $450	Car was running cooler than normal, causing a misread in ECU which resulted in temp gauge deactivation. Replaced thermostat and temp sensor.
Aug 2015 110000 mi US $50	Windshield washer fluid was leaking near pump. Replaced pump and connectors; pump seemed to be fine but replaced as a preventative measure.
Nov 2016 120100 mi US $100	Oil was leaking from valve cover. Rubber gasket was replaced, along with a couple of bolts.
Sep 2017 126000 mi US $35	Replaced exhaust clamp because brackets had rusted.

Audi A3 in Alabama, United States Sep 2008 - Aug 2010
May 2010 39000 mi US $130	After trip to dealer for a recall, check engine light came on. Upon returning to dealer, problem was found to be in turbo diverter valve (?unsure if correct name of part)

Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jun 2007 - Dec 2014
May 2007 27600 mi	cylinder head replacement in shop for 5 weeks prior to replacement
Jun 2014 158000 mi US $150	replace thermostat
Jul 2014 158700 mi US $220	replace broken window lifts on both rear windows
Dec 2014 162000 mi	Car is dead. Same issue as class action suit - www.VWOilSludgeSettlement.com Turbo overheats oil causing sludge and coke buildup. sludge blocks oil pickup screen at speed, 85 mph in my case. Oil pressure light comes on, bearings gone.

Audi A3 in Texas, United States Sep 2008 - Oct 2013
Nov 2008 41000 mi	Failed ignition coil replaced.
Sep 2009 48000 mi	window switch failed.
Oct 2010 57000 mi US $100	Check engine light. Code was for intake manifold tumble flap position error. Reset the CEL and it did not recurr
Nov 2010 57800 mi US $50	the finish on a window switch peeled off.
Sep 2011 66000 mi US $60	Outer CV joint boot ripped. Replaced the boot.
Mar 2012 70000 mi	Check engine light: P0170. Engine running lean. Same code as one week ago. I cleared the codes and it has not recurred for the last 4 weeks.
Apr 2012 71000 mi US $250	Replaced broken motor mount on passenger side.
May 2012 71700 mi US $70	Replaced the failed pulley clutch on the alternator
Jun 2012 73000 mi US $200	Radiator was damaged by a rock. Replaced it. Rattling and vibration in the accessory belt and pulleys
Oct 2012 75300 mi US $50	Replaced the engine coolant temperature sensor
Feb 2013 78700 mi US $500	Hard starting, engine code for temperature problem, coolant gauge cutting out. Repair was replacing the thermostat.
May 2013 80800 mi US $200	CV boot torn and leaking. Passenger side front. Replaced tie rod ends for front stabilizer bar. Boots were torn on two ball joints, but seemed to still be functioning OK without noise.
Jun 2013 83000 mi US $40	Hard to crank when starting. Replaced the N80 evaporator control valve. It did not fix the problem.

Audi A3 in New York, United States Apr 2009 - Jun 2015
Jun 2009 34000 mi	Air Flow Flapper ordered. Air Flow Flapper replaced, and reprogrammed.

Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2009
Jun 2009 63000 mi	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.

Audi A3 in Florida, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2012
Oct 2010 79800 mi US $1200	Water pump started leaking. Replaced timing belt while it was apart.
Jun 2011 95000 mi	The car is apparently starting to burn oil as the check oil light came on 2000 into the last oil change. The engine was 1 pt low.
Sep 2011 101000 mi US $150	Jiffy Lube improperly installed oil filter resulting in leak. Mechanic found it and cracked low oil sensor housing. Fixed oil filter, didn't fix sensor.
Oct 2011 104000 mi	The engine temp sensor stopped working and started working again a week later. No leaks were found and a code reader was used to reset the check engine light.
Apr 2012 113000 mi US $3200	Cam follower went bad and took out camshaft. High pressure fuel pump also needed replace.
Aug 2012 118700 mi US $650	Temperature sending unit and thermostat had to be replaced to clear engine light.
Dec 2012 122000 mi US $70	Engine was missing under load - 10 pounds of turbo boost or so. Recommended fix was removing intake, cleaning intake valves, replacing 4 injectors and installing new intake. Total estimate was $1400. Did not repair.

Audi A3 in Louisiana, United States Dec 2007 - Jul 2012
May 2008 6000 mi	Replaced broken clip that secures sun shade in sun roof.
Apr 2009 14000 mi US $600	Broken stabilizer bar at right, rear wheel.
Sep 2011 25000 mi	Rear passenger door lock did not work. Replaced part.

Audi A3 in California, United States Mar 2012 - May 2012
May 2012 30000 mi	Used about a pint of oil every six weeks. Dealer said this was part of the design, normal. Occasionally noticed leaks.

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States May 2007 - Jun 2014
Nov 2007	Intake manifold motor broken. Some flap was stuck open near the turbo. Part ordered from germany, took two weeks, then replaced.
Jun 2010 42300 mi US $680	radiator punctured by rock. radiator was corroded, irreparable. replaced
Jul 2011 52300 mi US $880	front driver side CV boot and axle were replaced
Dec 2011 55000 mi US $470	turbo recirculation valve replacement
Aug 2012 61000 mi US $900	Right Front CV Joint torn, replaced with a new axle. Left front axle broke, car towed as a result of bad CV joint, mechanic's fault, covered by warranty.
Feb 2013 62600 mi US $90	needed new battery
Mar 2013 63000 mi US $1450	two door locks broke and would not lock any longer. front passenger side and rear driver side.
Jun 2013 64000 mi	Left CV boot torn again. Replaced entire left front axle.

Audi A3 in New York, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 42000 mi	Driver side CV Boot replaced

Audi A3 in Illinois, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 77000 mi	Poor AC performance
Oct 2010 84000 mi US $350	continued A/C performance problems, replaced compressor (3X), fan, alternator. Performed flush and recharge.

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Jan 2012
Dec 2010 31000 mi	1. oxygen sensor replaced, coil packs replaced- did not solve problem 2. computer replaced and another sensor- did not solve problem 3. wiring harness replaced, computer replaced again, more sensors replaced-problem solved
Jan 2012 45000 mi US $200	Cracked headlamp filament. Trouble replicating the problem. Would not malfunction in the shop. The tech drove it home and back the next day found the problem. Headlamp assembly is ok replaced the lamp.

Audi A3 in British Columbia, Canada Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009 38440 mi	motor valve flap needs replacing

Audi A3 in Michigan, United States Oct 2009 - Apr 2015
Sep 2009 42150 mi US $125	Replaced headlight leveler lever, which made annoying squeaking noise. Audi covered part of the repair.
Apr 2011 58000 mi US $210	Engine check light went on. Emissions purge valve needed replacement. It had to be ordered. Not worried about continued driving before repair.
Apr 2015 76000 mi	Cooling sensor failed. Sensor and thermostat replaced. Drivers side rear window failed. Motor and frame replaccement. Over $700.

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2009 - Jan 2016
Jul 2010 46000 mi US $150	Recalled coils. CEL showed a misfire. Turbo control valve had a ripped diaphragm
Apr 2011 52300 mi US $50	Engine thermostat needed to be replaced, caused a check engine light, but no driving problems. Caused dash temp sensor to go out, needed to replace entire instrument cluster.
May 2011 52900 mi US $100	Installed new instrument cluster.
May 2012 59100 mi US $300	Torn CV boot. Replaced fuel sensor and gas cap seal
Apr 2013 68300 mi US $100	charcoal emission filter broke apart causing in emissions system. Intermittent check engine light. System had to be cleaned and replaced. System said gas cap fault.
Dec 2013 75000 mi US $100	Aux fan would engage when car is turned off, even if car was not warm. The fan would run very high for 2-3 minutes each time the car is turned off. Car was burning oil. Had to put a quart in about every 1500 miles. They have to do a consumption test.
Mar 2014 76000 mi US $900	Bad Thermostat, was replaced
Nov 2015 93900 mi US $900	Had to replace pass rear axle due to bearing failure

Audi A3 in California, United States Dec 2009 - Feb 2022
Mar 2011 54000 mi US $700	rear sun roof shade latch. Family member broke item
Apr 2012 61000 mi US $1200	CV boot replacement thermostat failed
Jul 2012 65000 mi	dealer performed other TSB items at no charge but was unable to recharge A/C
Jul 2013 70200 mi US $1500	CV boot torn and replaced $450.
Sep 2014 77000 mi US $2800	Cracked radiator diverter valve torn
Aug 2017 94000 mi US $1300	Rear window drive motor failed open.

Audi A3 in Queensland, Australia Jan 2012 - Jul 2013
Sep 2012 33480 mi A $210	Routine battery replacement after 3 years

Audi A3 in Great Britain Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010 116000 mi £150	heavy vibration at 1500 rpm and above. Cause was wear in the Dual Mass Flywheel New clutch and flywheel fitted

Audi A3 in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2005 - Jul 2010
Jan 2007 15000 mi	Sunroof rattling due to poor alignment. Email 050107: Dealer checked alignment, claimed normal.
Jun 2007 20000 mi	Squeaky sun roof
Jan 2008 26000 mi	Evaporative system malfunction. Required new fuel cap.
Aug 2008 35000 mi	Cracked bolster on driver's seat cushion Rattle in headliner above passenger rear seat.
Nov 2009 48000 mi	Crack in radiator. Leaking coolant.
Jan 2010 50000 mi	Coil packs replaced.

Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States Aug 2008 - May 2018
Aug 2010 40000 mi	Slight buzzing noise that comes and goes with highway speeds coming from open sky sunroof
Sep 2010 41000 mi	Fixed sunroof buzz myself with silicone weatherstriping. Lowered buzz by a useful amount.
Nov 2010 43000 mi	Right pre cat O2 sensor failed
May 2014 65500 mi US $750	Heard slight howling noise during coasting/deceleration. Brought to an independent shop to see if was wheel bearing. Shop said there was slight play in the rear wheel bearing, driver's side which may have been the culprit Bluetooth and Voice recognition have stopped working and would not activate. Dealer said bluetooth module has failed and suggested a new one Another dealer has stated that the front, outer CV boots have torn on the small retaining ring, letting grease escape from the CV joint.
Oct 2014 68000 mi US $30	Outer CV Boot clamp had come off, slinging grease into suspension components and inner wheel. CV boot was replaced earlier in the year, and possibly clamp wasn't tightened at appropriate location.
Dec 2014 70000 mi US $400	Passenger's side inner CV boot has torn. Independent mechanic replaced the boot and repacked CV joint with grease
Jun 2015 75000 mi US $437	Passenger side CV Joint Leaking again. Independent mechanic inspected joint and suggested to replace whole axle vs. replace+ regrease axle
Sep 2016 91000 mi US $80	Socket to light bulb tray in the rear had shorted out, causing left rear brake light and turn signal to show "bulb out" lights in the rear. Solution was to replace the rear bulb carrier and solder new bulb socket to replace old melted one
May 2018 116000 mi US $52	Hood lift support was replaced, old lift had completely failed

Audi A3 in Utah, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2010 68000 mi US $200	Fuel tank evaporation sensor
Mar 2012 76000 mi US $100	the piston in the secondary air injection system (for cold starts) was jammed and useless.
Aug 2013 88000 mi US $1549	Secondary air pump failed Fuel pump was week and fuel delivery was intermittent in hot weather. The gel battery is not meant to be replaced and should last the life of the vehicle. Indeed, special tools are needed to even access the battery in the trunk. My battery did not last and needed constant charging during cold season.
Oct 2013 90200 mi US $117	Fuses
Jul 2014 96500 mi US $598	Secondary air pump rusted out again. Stuck valve was allowing water to trickle down.
Aug 2014 97000 mi US $225	Evap system fault. Purge control valve was broken.
Jan 2015 93200 mi US $824	Front outer constant velocity boots torn
Mar 2016 117000 mi US $401	Left-rear window regulator broken, window would not roll up.
Oct 2016 119500 mi US $227	One cell in battery completely dead, would not hold charge. Battery is in a compartment that needs special tools to access.
Aug 2017 126828 mi US $492	Passenger front lower control arm bushings had excessive play. Replaced right control arm and had the wheels aligned.
Jan 2018 132130 mi US $1617	Vibration under high speed acceleration. Replaced both front updated axle half shafts and stud shaft w/ hardware.

Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Feb 2009 - Oct 2011
Nov 2009 49000 mi	Starter needed lubing.
Jul 2010 60000 mi US $54	Transmission control module needed to be replaced.
Nov 2010 65200 mi US $50	Outside temperature gauge not working.
Sep 2011 78000 mi US $100	Rear wheel bearing replacement.

Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2009 - Aug 2013
Feb 2010 32000 mi	Adaptive headlight module failure
Oct 2011 62000 mi US $500	Engine running rough after onwer replaced B2S2 O2 sensor, ignition coils and spark plugs. Somewhat improved but still running rough took to dealer. Dealer replaced B2S1 O2 sensor.

Audi A3 in New York, United States Sep 2008 - Jun 2018
Jul 2010 22000 mi	Goodwill repair of small cracks in leather seat.
Aug 2010 22200 mi	ESP light turns on and car reverts to FWD from AWD mode. Light goes away after restart so dealer couldn't replicate it even if taken overnight. One day, light went on and I drove to dealer with the light. Installed repair kit for AWD pump.
Oct 2014 40200 mi US $250	Car reverted to FWD. Mechanic indicated AWD pump in need of replacement. Change of pump did not resolve it, indicating control module being issue. Handed over spare control module and pump works fine.

Audi A3 in Nevada, United States Dec 2014 - Apr 2018
May 2015 115000 mi US $50	Right and left inner CV joint boots. Worn and cracked at 8 years and 115,000 miles.
Aug 2016 133300 mi US $160	Bad wheel bearing on front and rear right side.
Jun 2017 149000 mi US $87	Right front triple roller joint failing; replaced axle.

Audi A3 in California, United States Nov 2007 - Jun 2018
Jun 2009 35000 mi	Car was running rich. CEL for implausible O2 sensor reading. Two new pre-cat O2 sensors replaced. Problem has not re-occurred. CEL has not returned.
Jan 2012 73500 mi US $70	Inner left (drivers) CV boot torn. Little grease lost, axle still in good condition. Remove axle, clean grease, add new grease and replace CV boot. Install new axle bolt.
Aug 2012 59300 mi US $150	Engine coolant not reaching setpoint quick enough. CEL and water temp gauge pegged to the left (i.e. cold). Replaced thermostat, necessary gaskets, and topped off with new G12++ coolant.
Mar 2014 69000 mi US $40	CV boot torn.
Jun 2018 99000 mi US $40	Right front inner CV boot torn. Minimal grease leaked out. Original to car. Replaced with OEM CV boot kit (boot, clamps, grease, circlip), and axle bolt (single use stretch bolt).

Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2006 - Mar 2010
Nov 2006 14000 mi	Rattle in engine bay repaired by replacing missing screw and tightening loose screw. Open Sky wind noise above normal level. Dealer adjusted to remedy cause.

Audi A3 in Ireland Aug 2010 - Jul 2011
Oct 2010 94860 mi €100	slight oil leak from turbo
May 2011 110360 mi €60	Radio stopped working