Major Problems with Audi S3 - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Audi S3 model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2015, for instance, is the worst year for the S3. Older S3 vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Audi S3 problems by years

Worst Audi S3 Problems

AIR BAGS
2015 Audi S3 September 5, 2018 Mileage: 52000 miles

My car's passenger side front seat abruptly developed a sensor failure. the "passenger airbag off" light is lit, signaling the airbag won't deploy despite a passenger sitting in the seat. this is dangerous. there has been a recall issued in june 2018 on 140k audi cars with similar problem, my model has yet to be included, and there are likely more cars with similar malfunction.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2018 Audi S3 January 9, 2019 Mileage: 2000 miles

A) audi of central houston sold us 2018 s3 on aug13, 2018 with: 1) delaminating windshield creating a major safety hazard 2) defective wiper function nb: windshield was replacement on dec 31, 2019 when we had actually requested replacement of the vehicle with another brand new vehicle b) audi of north america (through its dealer) has: 1) sold us a brand new car with fire hazard in its fuel lines on aug 13, 2018 2) failed to notify us to date (jan 09, 2019) regarding recall code 20bk dealing with ...

AIR BAGS
2015 Audi S3 November 28, 2018

Passenger seat occupancy sensor srs airbag light warning comes up whether or not there is a seated passenger. passenger is not being detected and airbag stays off. happens when stationary or in motion. vehicle is always giving warning sounds that seat belt is not fastened. issue tested by dealer. seems to be common known issue with recent audi's. others to have reported same issue.

What is the most common problem with Audi S3?

Overall the worst problem with Audi S3 relates to AIR BAGS problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific S3 years that are prone to issues with these components.

AIR BAGS 9 POWER TRAIN 3 BODY 2 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2 SEATS 2 VISIBILITY/WIPER 2 SEAT BELTS 1 ENGINE 1 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

The information about Audi S3 common problems is powered by the NHTSA official reports, recalls, and safety issues. Our algorithms turn raw data into structured categories and charts.

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