Audi A3 Cabriolet recalls and problems
11 recalls and 164 owner complaints for 5 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
11
Complaints
164
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
2
Choose a model year
Audi A3 Cabriolet by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 A3 Cabriolet | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 A3 Cabriolet | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 A3 Cabriolet | 3 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 A3 Cabriolet | 3 | 36 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 A3 Cabriolet | 5 | 87 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Audi A3 Cabriolet problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 78 | |
| Engine | 20 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 | |
| Electrical System | 14 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | |
| Power Train | 11 | |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | |
| Wheels | 5 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
All Audi A3 Cabriolet recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V-474 | Jun 19, 2019 | 2015–2019 | Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 19V-095 | Feb 13, 2019 | 2018 | Seats | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 18V-863 | Dec 5, 2018 | 2018 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 18V-803 | Nov 14, 2018 | 2018 | Seats | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 17V-508 | Aug 16, 2017 | 2017–2018 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 17V-280 | Apr 26, 2017 | 2015 | Equipment | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 17V-196 | Mar 22, 2017 | 2017 | Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 16V-647 | Sep 7, 2016 | 2015–2016 | Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine and Engine Cooling | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 16V-642 | Sep 6, 2016 | 2016 | Exterior Lighting, Electrical System | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 15V-824 | Dec 8, 2015 | 2015 | Seats, Air Bags | Volkswagen Group of America, LLC (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet vehicles manufactured June 5, 2014, to April 1, 2015. |
| 15V-229 | Apr 17, 2015 | 2015 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Audi A3 Cabriolet?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet has the most reports (87). Check the 2015 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Audi A3 Cabriolet have?
NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls covering Audi A3 Cabriolet model years 2015–2019.
What are the most common Audi A3 Cabriolet problems?
Owners report air bags, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems most often.