2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet recalls and problems
The 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet has 5 safety recalls and 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet recalls
Recall 19V-474: Air Bags
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the passenger air bag.
Risk: A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.
Recall 17V-280: Equipment
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Audi A3 1.8T FWD S tronic and 2.0T Quattro S tronic vehicles. The safety certification label has an incorrect vehicle production date. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle safety recall, an incorrect production date may prevent owners from determining if the recall affects them, increasing their risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct vehicle production date, free of charge. The recall June 23, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51F5.
Recall 16V-647: Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
Risk: As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
Recall 15V-824: Seats, Air Bags
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, LLC (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet vehicles manufactured June 5, 2014, to April 1, 2015. The affected vehicles have a driver or front passenger seat whose cover may be incorrectly stitched, preventing the side air bag from properly deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: Improper side air bag deployment may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's and/or front passenger's seatback cover, free of charge. Owners were mailed interim notices on February 4, 2016. The recall began on February 29, 2016 . Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74C9.
Recall 15V-229: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and GTI manufactured on February 17, 2014, to May 22, 2014, and Audi A3 manufactured on February 16, 2013, to April 23, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi at 1-800-253-2834.
2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 38 | |
| Engine | 9 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | |
| Electrical System | 8 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Wheels | 4 | |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 3 | |
| Structure | 3 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 3
- Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage — 1
- Electrical System › Ignition › Interlock/Lockout — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 33,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Audi A3 Cabriolet years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet: 19V-474 (air bags), 17V-280 (equipment), 16V-647 (fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling), 15V-824 (seats, air bags), 15V-229 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet?
Owners report air bags problems most often (38 reports), followed by engine (9). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 33,000 miles.
Are Audi recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Audi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.