2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 12 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 87 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
7 of 12 total reports mention: air bags.
Wheels
1 of 12 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Hi, I bought an Audi A3 2018 on November 2017 from Audi of rochester hills, Michigan.since then I have had issues with the original pirelli tires in the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-24
Tires
1 of 12 total reports mentions: tires.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Audi A3 equipped with continental conti pro contact tx tires, size: 225/40R18 92HXL (Na). While driving 55 MPH, the front passenger tire thread separated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-15
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 12 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact stated after parking the vehicle, a bystander alerted the contact that there was fuel leaking from the rear passenger's side near the fuel tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-15
Exterior lighting
1 of 12 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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Due to condensation/fogging, front headlight projection is reduced to less than half. This is a safety issue driving at night time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-20
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2017-09-19Engine and engine cooling17V508000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet and A3 Sedan vehicles.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24DF.
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2018-12-28Seats18V803000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf and Golf R vehicles, and Audi A3 Sedan and RS3 vehicles. The rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.
Remedy: Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners, and dealers will inspect the guide sleeves for incorrect welds, replacing the rear seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018.
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2019-01-11Fuel system, gasoline18V863000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The fuel hose quick connector may detach from the fuel supply line in the engine bay, resulting in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the fuel line connection, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 11, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2019-03-07Seats19V095000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A3 sedan and RS3 vehicles. The latching pins for the center rear seat head restraint may be missing.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the head restraints, replacing any that are missing pins, free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2019-09-12Air bags19V474000 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.
Remedy: 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.
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2023-12-12Recall queryClosed 2024-07-01 Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V508000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 18V803000 · Seats
- Recall 18V863000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 19V095000 · Seats
- Recall 19V474000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 58% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.