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2008 Audi A3 repairs by problem area
Engine (34%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (31%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 218 repairs.
2008 Audi A3 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (26%)
< $100 (51%)
Chart based on 160 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Audi A3
Engine not specified
| Audi A3 in Tennessee, United States Nov 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 201157000 mi | massive oil consumption | ||
| Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Feb 2016 - Jul 2016 | |||
| May 2016130400 miUS $1750 | Check engine light - trips limp mode: lean fuel - replaced high pressure fuel pump, cam follower, PCV valve, in-tank fuel pump,etc. not resolved replaced purge valve for air conditioning, recharged unit; | ||
| Jul 2016134000 miUS $750 | Leak in exhaust flex pipe. Replaced exhaust down pipe, interim exhaust pipe and catalytic converter with after market high performance system (APR Brand). | ||
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Missouri, United States Oct 2012 - Nov 2012 | |||
| Nov 201245000 mi | Poor fuel mileage in cold weather | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 201573000 miUS $400 | Bad cam shaft, damage to cylinder, injection rail assembly. Identified as defective from the factory, replaced by dealership free of charge. Vacuum hoses needed replacing, paid roughly $400 for that. | ||
| Aug 201680000 miUS $100 | Drivers side window motor, cabling, and assembly broke and needed to be replaced | ||
| Dec 201684000 miUS $800 | Rear shocks not functioning properly, started cupping the tires & giving uneven radial wear pattern. Replaced w/ aftermarket H&R Sport Cup springs and shocks all around. New tires as well but those weren't included in reported price total. | ||
| Apr 201788000 mi | Replaced steering wheel airbag due to recall notice. | ||
| Dec 2021108000 miUS $600 | Window regulator and lift system replaced on front driver's side door | ||
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - Aug 2015 | |||
| May 201125820 mi | Roof trim was not flush and was a bit loose. Dealer ordered parts and trim now is tight and lies flush. | ||
| Jul 201126660 mi | 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 201237480 miC $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. | ||
| Jun 201344020 miC $100 | A valve leaked all of the refrigerant in my AC. Mot of the AC system needed to be replaced (the compressor and more). Would have been very expensive but the car was under extended warranty. Car radio would turn itself off periodically (maybe once per hour). Tapping the on button turned it on. Mostly just annoying. They said the problem was related to the ignition switch (which was replaced). Time will tell if it worked. The driver's window switch failed to open the window periodically... usually when it was very hot in the car. The customer service rep was able to reproduce the problem and installed a new switch. | ||
| Oct 201345140 mi | The driver's windows switch continues to fail when it is hot inside the car (after being parked in the sun). Problem could not be replicated by service attendant. No charge for diagnostic, but problem isn't resolved either. | ||
| Sep 201452700 miC $1511 | Engine was missing. After a few hours of diagnosis they said the engine had carbon buildup. They walnut blasted the carbon, replaced plugs, oil and a gasket. During a routine checkup, dealer found a damaged exhaust clamp. It was replaced. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Oct 2010 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Jan 2011 | CEL, determined to be O2 sensor, backordered. O2 sensor came in, installed and normal. | ||
| Dec 201152000 mi | Tire pressure sensors inaccurately reporting low pressure. | ||
| Jun 201264000 mi | EPC indicator on dash | ||
| Jan 201386000 miUS $85 | Strange noise when engaging clutch. Replaced clutch disc, pressure plate, throw out bearing, hydraulic fluid. | ||
| Mar 201386000 mi | EPC indicator on dash never successfully addressed. | ||
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Apr 2012 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Mar 201344000 miUS $450 | Thermostat for fan blower 12v charger fuse replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Nov 2007 - Jul 2014 | |||
| Feb 201050000 mi | 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 201067000 miUS $900 | misfire cyl 1, fuel injector replaced, intake valves cleaned with chemical treatment | ||
| Mar 201174000 miUS $1000 | Timing belt started squeaking. Belt replaced, waterpump replaced, serpentine belt replaced, cam seals, tensioner, related parts replaced. | ||
| Jun 2012102000 miUS $275 | diverter valve replaced, turbo underboost fault code | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2008 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Mar 200925000 mi | 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. | ||
| Jun 200926000 miUS $100 | After maintenance trip at 25k + Tire rotation and balance, car had an alignment issue (pulled to the right when not holding wheel, and wheel centered car pulled to right). Dealer did 4 wheel alignment, told tracks straight, does not. Took to outside shop for alignment issue as confidence for dealer was VERY low. Shop quoted alignment to fix issue, aligned and told it should track straight, STILL has same issue. Shop is now unresponsive... | ||
| Jul 201045300 mi | 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. | ||
| Jun 201385000 miUS $50 | Engine throwing codes for "thrust sensor". Thrust sensor is a low pressure fuel sensore located on the high pressure fuel pump. Sensor is an easily replaceable item that costs about $50. After replacement the codes are gone. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Feb 2017 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Dec 201778880 miUS $250 | Rear wheel bearings replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Jun 2011 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Aug 201162780 mi | Cam follower replaced | ||
| Mar 201268820 mi | Faulty timing belt roller, squeaking at cold start. Dealer replaced roller and a new timing belt because the broken roller caused damage. | ||
| Feb 201374560 miC $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. | ||
| Jul 201378420 miC $21 | "Coolant Low" warning came on and the reservoir was empty. Last Service this fluid was not checked at the dealership. Pressure test was done and everything was deemed OK. Dealer refilled the reservoir at my expense. Running FINE! | ||
| Apr 201483480 miC $600 | Radiator leak and hose replacement. Rear wheel bearing replacement, both left and right humming badly. 280$ | ||
| Jan 201583540 miC $35 | Oil dipstick broke, crumbled and the o-ring was gone. The car didn't run right... | ||
| Dec 2015100440 miC $500 | Loud slapping noise on cold start indicative of worn out cam chain timing tensioner. Replaced: -Cam Timing Chain -Cam Chain Tensioner - Camshaft Adjuster Bolt - HPFP O-Ring - Cam Follower - Valve Cover Gasket - PCV Gasket - Cam Cover Gasket | ||
| Mar 2016101060 miC $280 | Rear shocks absorbers both left and right blew.... replaced with bilsteins B8 shocks. | ||
| Apr 2016101560 miC $170 | Broken thermostat causing cooling system malfunction (Stuck Open) I replaced the following: -Coolant G13 -Thermostat + hardware -2x Coolant Temp Sensors | ||
| Jun 2016104160 miC $1000 | G65 AC Pressure sensor broken. The plug actually blew off the connector and the refrigerant leaked threw the sensor body out of actual connector itself..... Both left and right outer tie rods replaced. Front shocks, shock mounts / bearings replaced. Stabilizer bars, control arms (changed to aluminum), control arm bushings, ball joints both left and right, rear shock mounts, | ||
| Apr 2017106640 miC $1300 | Pads, Rotors all around, along with new brake lines and both rear callipers. New Clutch disc, pressure plate and flywheel. The clutch started to slip under power so it was just wear not mechanical failure. New master cylinder, original internally leaked and failed. Fuel Filter Replacement | ||
| Audi A3 in Georgia, United States Jan 2016 - Jan 2021 | |||
| Feb 2017156000 miUS $300 | Pads, rotors, flush. | ||
| Nov 2017162000 miUS $700 | Front struts, a common repair for any car over 150k, I think. | ||
| May 2018174000 miUS $100 | Tail light bulb carrier (housing) got corroded. Replaced that and all tail bulbs. Lesson: If you ever see water inside your light housing, fix it before it corrodes. | ||
| Audi A3 in Florida, United States Oct 2010 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Jan 201019000 mi | replaced faulty high pressure sensor | ||
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2012 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Oct 201237700 miC $100 | Oil leak. Leaking fuel injectors. Performed carbon cleaning for intake ports & valves. Replaced all four fuel injectors, spark plugs, intake manifold. | ||
| Mar 201342780 mi | 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 | ||
| Jul 201453000 miC $600 | Leaking drive shafts needed to be replaced. | ||
| Dec 201455800 mi | Clutch had to be replaced due to noise from throw-out bearing. Engine was misfiring after start on very cold mornings, until it warms up. Spark plugs and coils were replaced, but the problem still occurs on cold mornings. | ||
| Feb 201557120 miC $400 | Engine was misfiring for several minutes on very cold mornings, until the engine warmed up. Replaced fuel filter. | ||
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
| Audi A3 in New Jersey, United States Apr 2011 - Aug 2012 | |||
| Apr 201235000 mi | Complete ac failure | ||
| Aug 201235000 mi | AC failure | ||
| Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2012 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Apr 201245000 mi | 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. | ||
| Audi A3 in Alberta, Canada Jun 2014 - Oct 2015 | |||
| Feb 201563240 miC $1273 | Wheel bearing needed replacing | ||
| Mar 201564480 mi | Transmission computer replaced. Covered by manufacturer because of a warranty extension provided for S tronic transmission. | ||
| Audi A3 in New Brunswick, Canada Jul 2016 - Aug 2016 | |||
| Jul 201641540 miC $40 | Windshield Washer Fluid leaking - Tube under Washer fluid tank replaced, tube worn out due to constant rubbing against front bumber. Engine Light - P2181 Cooling System Performance Code - Coolant was low, was not verified/topped up during last service with dealer. Coolant refilled to proper level. | ||
| Aug 201641540 miC $550 | Steering Controls, Paddle Shifters and Horn stopped working - Replaced ClockSpring behind airbag. DSG would Shift down to 4th or 2nd gear in D Mode (Normal) and would not shift back up until you switch to manual mode and back to D mode - Rear Wheel Speed sensor and rear wheel bearing was replaced. DSG Transmission would behave erratically, not engaging right away in reverse. Battery was bad and mechatronics in DSG Transmission requires a lot of power and proper voltage. Exhaust was louder - Exhaust Collar replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in New Mexico, United States - Jun 2008 | |||
| Jun 200811000 mi | Squeaky window. | ||
| Audi A3 in Pennsylvania, United States Sep 2013 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Aug 2015130000 miUS $400 | Thermostat replaced, also had cam follower and oil change done. | ||
| Audi A3 in Alabama, United States Feb 2015 - Oct 2021 | |||
| Feb 201596000 miUS $366 | Fuel injector in cylinder three was throwing a random misfire. Dealer replaced injector (warranty) and cleaned valves (the latter covered by the owner). | ||
| Mar 201598000 miUS $415 | Noticed outer CV boot was torn. Mechanic attempted to replace the boot but suggested replacing the whole CV joint. | ||
| Mar 2016120000 miUS $1 | AC High Pressure Switch leaked, causing A/C to not function. Switch was replaced and A/C was recharged. | ||
| Jul 2016140 miUS $10 | Rear portion (shell) of driver's seat separated. Resolved issue with epoxy. The latch on the armrest lid broke. | ||
| May 2017145000 miUS $30 | Fan on the back of the AC unit threw fault codes. Replaced fan and cleared codes. Codes have yet to return. | ||
| May 2018149800 miUS $5 | Rear portion (shell) of driver and passenger's seats separated. Resolved issue with epoxy. | ||
| Aug 2020159372 miUS $1433 | Thermostat replaced. Lower front control arm bushings replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in Victoria, Australia Nov 2011 - Apr 2013 | |||
| Jan 201320640 mi | Convenience electronics unit replaced. Fortunately I had an extended warranty, would have been $1700 (Australian). | ||
| Apr 201321700 miA $500 | battery needed replacing, had to pay hundreds for diagnostic too | ||
| Audi A3 in Washington, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Mar 201548000 miUS $20 | Cental lock wire broke between door and body | ||
| Feb 201651900 miUS $300 | Thermostat replaced | ||
| May 201757000 miUS $110 | Replaced right axle and cv joints | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2014 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Oct 201654000 miUS $190 | The center armrest/console latch broke, requiring replacement of the entire armrest at a cost of $190. The part was installed at the dealer at no charge. | ||
| Jan 201857000 miUS $3500 | ABS module failure, requiring replacement and bleeding the brake system 3 times | ||
| Apr 202063000 miUS $1250 | replaced wiring harness in driver's door to replace pinched wire that prevented rear door from locking | ||
| Jan 202269000 miUS $600 | evap system. Replaced purge value and gas cap | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Jan 2015 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Jan 201591000 miUS $1100 | Outer CV boots were split Water got into rear wiper motor | ||
| Audi A3 in Illinois, United States Sep 2013 - Oct 2017 | |||
| Jun 201594000 miUS $500 | Traction control sensor in right front wheel malfunctioned, needed to be replaced. | ||
| Jun 2016102000 miUS $100 | Replacement of the fog lights. The plastic housing broke on one and it popped out, so I replaced both. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Jul 2011 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Aug 201261000 miUS $85 | Coil pack went out. | ||
| Jan 201351700 miUS $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. | ||
| Jun 201491000 mi | Replaced spark plugs. Cleaned out carbon in the intake and replaced injector. | ||
| Jun 2015101000 mi | Turbo cutoff valve | ||
| Oct 2015106700 miUS $1000 | Water pump and timing belt replaced. Water pump had failed. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Apr 2009 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Dec 201041000 mi | Taillight bulb burnt out, replaced at dealership. | ||
| Mar 201261000 miUS $450 | Seat back came unglued. | ||
| Nov 201269900 miUS $1800 | Misfire due to carbon deposits on intake valves. Decarb needed. Replace injector #2. Intake manifold sensor failure. Intake replaced. | ||
| Jan 201474800 mi | Blower motor ceased to function, turns out the bearings around which the fan spins were seized by rust. Will require replacement. | ||
| Apr 201494700 miUS $150 | Armrest cover broke, had to be replaced. Passenger sun visor clip broke, was replaced. | ||
| Jun 201498000 miUS $500 | Carbon Buildup required cleaning; fuel injectors leaking, so all 4 replaced. Blower motor replacement. | ||
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jun 2009 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Jul 200914000 mi | 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 201029000 mi | 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 201032000 mi | 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 201139900 mi | Front driver's side window switch was intermittant. | ||
| Jul 201148000 mi | Replaced Water Pump - Coolant alarm came on and was leaking coolant An air hose was disconnected or loose. Check Engine Light came on 5 miles after Water Pump repair. | ||
| Aug 201149000 mi | Faulty Intake Manifold - replaced Faulty Driver's Window Switch. Window will not go down. | ||
| Sep 201149000 mi | Noise emanating from AC interior blower fan due to binding fan - replaced | ||
| Aug 201379000 mi | 2 Rear tail light bulbs were burnt out | ||
| Oct 201380700 mi | Rear seat armrest would not open/come down due to a faulty mechanical latch - replaced armrest. | ||
| Nov 201382000 miUS $85 | Sliding sunshade on rear moon-roof would not clip to stay closed. | ||
| Mar 201487000 miUS $85 | Coolant pump leaking - replaced pump. This is the second coolant pump replacement on this car (first at 35,000 miles). | ||
| Jul 201492000 mi | Sliding sunshade on front moon-roof would not stay latched/closed due to faulty clasp. | ||
| Audi A3 in New Mexico, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jul 200921000 mi | passenger side rain gutter molding was loose | ||
| Sep 200926000 mi | passenger side rain gutter popped out and bent..caused a chip in the trunk the dealer painted | ||
| Audi A3 in North Carolina, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Aug 201154000 miUS $400 | 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. | ||
| Dec 201395000 miUS $4300 | Seal broke; seal replaced, system recharged. Fuel pump/cam follower failed. All replaced. | ||
| Jun 2016126000 miUS $500 | cylinder head worn causing misfire, replaced (along with plugs) | ||
| Mar 2018148000 miUS $1300 | sway bar links, shocks replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Aug 2008 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Jun 201019000 mi | brake light | ||
| Audi A3 in Ontario, Canada Mar 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Nov 20073100 mi | Radio replaced. | ||
| Jan 20084340 mi | rear sway bar loose | ||
| May 20088680 mi | Loose fuel line rattle. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 20082000 mi | Heard rotational noise, dealer couldn't find, problem has not returned. so far so good. | ||
| Mar 200915000 mi | 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. | ||
| Audi A3 in New Hampshire, United States Jul 2008 - Jul 2015 | |||
| Oct 201046000 miUS $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 201386000 mi | Open updates 17D9, 24T3, 24T4 [Campaign 17D9 - PCV Valve; 24T3 IMRC Motor; and 24T4 - Fuel Pressure Sensor https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/SB-10044087-2249.pdf] | ||
| Jul 2015120000 miUS $1100 | non-functioning keyless door locks (not repaired) | ||
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States Feb 2009 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Oct 200927000 mi | 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 201247200 miUS $70 | whistling sound with pressure loss Fuel pressure sensor replacement | ||
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States Jan 2010 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Sep 201147000 miUS $200 | Wiper fluid leak, hoses replaced. Volume issues with radio. | ||
| Apr 201255000 mi | PCV Valve Armrest latch broken. | ||
| Audi A3 in Arizona, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Feb 20085000 mi | Oxygen sensor failed. | ||
| Aug 200920000 miUS $112 | DSG Mechatronics unit bad, car undrivable | ||
| Oct 200920200 mi | Bad Mechatronics unit. Crankcase breather valve replaced. | ||
| Oct 201028000 mi | TPMS Error in DIS, intermittent sensor failure, could not duplicate, reset MIL... | ||
| Apr 201130000 mi | Airbag light on, diagnosed drive seat belt malfunction, parts ordered. Parts came in and drivers seat belt replaced | ||
| Mar 201236000 miUS $50 | 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. | ||
| Nov 201348000 miUS $250 | Rear driver's side door lock would not lock or unlock, no alarm. Several wires in flexible bellows in drivers door from frame frayed and damaged. Replaced complete harness since previous repair on individual wires failed... | ||
| Feb 201450000 miUS $250 | Passenger door lock intermittent. Replaced door lock assembly. | ||
| Jun 201565000 miUS $150 | The dreaded diverter valve,06H145710DKT4, parts and labor. Replaced all 4 TPMS, original in-service date of August, 2007. | ||
| Jan 201730300 miUS $275 | Left out CV boot replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in Ohio, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Dec 20082000 mi | After delivery, I noticed a scratch (about half-inch in length) on front hood driver's side that gouged thru the finish level of paint. Scratch was touched up and buffed but area was not repainted. Since it was so small, I let this imperfection go. | ||
| Dec 20096000 mi | Small rattle in sky roof. Lubed with silicone spray and added felt to front liner whch elimiated rattle. | ||
| Jul 20109000 mi | roof trim needed clip replacements -- came loose in track | ||
| Oct 20109200 mi | 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 | ||
| Audi A3 in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Jul 201156000 mi | 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 201159000 miUS $750 | Same problem as in July 2011. Air Bag light on dash came on. Wiring for the rear side air bags was replaced. | ||
| Feb 201493000 miUS $436 | Thermostat replaced. Required 3.7 labor hours and $60 in parts. | ||
| Audi A3 in South Carolina, United States Mar 2009 - Aug 2011 | |||
| May 200911000 mi | 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 200916000 mi | 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 201023000 mi | Recall for malfunctioning mechatronic unit in DSG transmission that caused poor drivability. Had noticed problem for some time prior to the recall. | ||
| Audi A3 in California, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014 | |||
| Sep 201485000 mi | Oil leak | ||
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A3 in Italy Dec 2012 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Apr 2013117560 mi | starter motor and electronic sensor | ||
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 105hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual FWD
| Audi A3 in Romania Aug 2010 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Jun 201189280 mi | Cam belt (timing belt), water pump and alternator belt replacement. | ||
| Apr 201596820 mi | Bad differential pressure sensor for the DPF (Diesel) | ||
| Dec 2015100440 mi$1 | The exhaust pipe clamp got weakened by rust & broke, causing the exhaust pipe to rattle against the body, right under the gear stick. | ||
2008 Audi A3 4dr Hatch
250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual AWD
| Audi A3 in Connecticut, United States Jan 2008 - Jan 2015 | |||
| Aug 201335700 miUS $1500 | Rear Differential blew and was replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in Washington, United States Aug 2014 - Oct 2020 | |||
| Dec 201572000 miUS $800 | Four brakes and rotors replaced. One brake wear indicator replaced | ||
| Audi A3 in Texas, United States Dec 2008 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Jan 2008100 mi | Roof trim pieces came loose (popping up in rear), damaged hatch spoiler. Repaired under warranty. | ||
| Sep 20084000 mi | Steering wheel buttons (all but the horn) stopped working. Backlit buttons on the wheel were dark as well. Fixed under warranty. | ||
| Jul 201011000 mi | 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. 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 201114000 mi | 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. | ||
| Jul 201320200 miUS $300 | Rear sunroof shade had broken latch. Had to replace the whole shade. (Price is mostly labor charges.) | ||
| Aug 201425000 mi | Engine idle speed is all over the place. Sometimes 600rpm. Sometimes 1100rpm. Took it in for a look. They thought they just had to do something to clean it out. Repair didn't work, so heading back again for round 2. Faulty sensor? Maybe. | ||
| Nov 201427300 mi | Engine idle speed still all over the place. They reset the computer. No change. They suggested replacing the throttle body, with no confidence that it might fix anything, so we skipped the repair. | ||
| Dec 201530000 miUS $230 | Turns out, replacing a burnt-out Xenon bulb on an Audi is several hours of labor. They have to remove the front bumper! | ||
| Jan 201728000 miUS $150 | Windshield washer fluid bottle was cracked. Replaced. Surprisingly expensive. | ||
| Aug 201734000 mi | Rear bulb burned out, easily fixed. Front HID headlight: Turns out there's one light source and a motorized door thing that switches the light from low to high-beams. That door thing is broken. My shop tried and failed to source a compatible part and ultimately didn't charge me. The passenger headlight remains "stuck" in low-beam mode, won't do high-beam. | ||
| Audi A3 in New York, United States Feb 2012 - Apr 2017 | |||
| Jul 2015120500 miUS $85 | Accessory belt shredded. | ||
| Sep 2015123000 mi | Accessory belt installed two months before failed. | ||
| Feb 2016127000 miUS $300 | Wiring harness from master window/door lock pad on driver's door failed at door; could not operate windows. | ||
| Jul 2016132300 miUS $700 | Failed A/C blower motor Hood would "pop" but couldn't unlatch and open | ||
| Mar 2017142000 miUS $575 | Drivers window switch failed Accessory belt and tensioner failed | ||
2008 Audi A3 2dr Hatch
turbocharged 265hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| Audi A3 in New South Wales, Australia Aug 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Mar 201119840 mi | 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 201125420 mi | AC high pressure sensor faulty - parts ordered. Original Audi dealer needs to update extended warranty details before repair can proceed. | ||
| Dec 201127900 mi | 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 201232240 miA $700 | Wheel bearing was faulty - replaced under extended warranty. Extended warranty didn't pay for wheel alignment. Brake carrier faulty - replaced | ||
| Jun 201232240 mi | 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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