2015 Audi A3
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 92
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
50% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 92 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 123 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 43 |
| 2009 | 47 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2015 | 92 |
| 2016 | 83 |
| 2017 | 44 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
50% · 46 reportsMost commonly citing inflator module.
Show complaint excerpts
There was recently a pods recall for the wiring harness going to the occupant detection sensor the recall did not fix the issues for many people.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-24
Electrical system
18% · 17 reportsFuel/propulsion system
14% · 13 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The Audi has problems filling fuel, it doesn't allow you to put any gallon of gasoline, the gasoline gun jumps, I don't know what's going on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-26
My 2015 Audi A3 was subject to a fuel suction jet pump safety recall. Before the recall repair was available, the vehicle developed a fuel leak and fuel-spilling problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-19
I have an appointment at Audi of Richmond on Wednesday 08/19/26 and was told to have the car there on Tuesday the day before the appointment to fix the recalls.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-17
Also filed under Engine
Seats
11% · 10 reportsSeat belts
11% · 10 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2015Complaint volume 92 complaints filed for this model year.
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2021-12-23Air bags21V198000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
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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)
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2024-07-25Fuel system, gasoline24V110000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. Final owner notification letters for Audi owners were mailed on July 25, 2024. Final owner letters for VW owners were mailed on August 13, 2024.
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Audi A3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 46 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 13 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V198000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V110000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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- Is the 2015 Audi A3 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Audi A3 is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Audi A3?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Audi A3 have?
- 2 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.