Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2026 Audi A3 by year filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2026 Audi A3
Sedan, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Sep 29, 2026 to Sep 29, 2026.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2026 sedan
Severity index0.02026 sedans average 15.1
First 24 monthsOpenWindow has not closed yet
Components
100% of complaints about the 2026 Audi A3 name electrical system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2026 Audi A3
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2026 Audi A3
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Sep 29, 2026Failure Sep 19, 2026Chicago, ILElectrical system
The central locking system in my 2026 Audi A3 fails, causing the vehicle to physically unlock itself after I lock it and leave it parked. The myAudi app sends “Vehicle unlocked” and “Vehicle not fully locked” alerts. On multiple occasions I returned to find the vehicle genuinely unlocked after locking it and leaving the key fob inside my home. A remote lock command through the app returns “Vehicle was locked successfully,” confirming the vehicle was physically unsecured. The dealer inspected the vehicle, scanned for faults, operated the locking system, and left it locked for several days but could not duplicate the issue. Audi corporate support acknowledged “abnormalities on the backend” but directed me back to the dealer. The condition is intermittent and occurs after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period. It remains unresolved. Safety risk: the vehicle can be left unsecured while unattended, allowing unauthorized entry or theft. First occurred around 741 miles and continues. The component is available for inspection. No warning lamps appeared; only app messages and physical confirmation. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealer multiple times and is part of an open corporate case.
NHTSA complaint 11767925
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
169 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- TSB_2082976_2 Aug 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides general information about the current tpp issues for Audi connect. - TSB_2082976_1 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides general information about the current tpp issues for Audi connect. - TSB_2082227_2 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides service information for an HVAC malfunction and a remedy in cases where the symptom presents. - TSB_2081476_2 Aug 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is demergency assist intervention; MBQevo. - TSB_2079732_2 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels. - TSB_2079696_2 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
A particularly noticeable factor is the vibration of the air column in a tire. When a tire starts to vibrate because of the road contact, this can lead to cavity resonances inside the tire that are transmitted via the wheel rim and the running gear to the v… - TSB_2078648_3 Aug 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel. - TSB_2077435_3 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there are cracks on the friction ring surface on ceramic brake discs. - TSB_2075120_3 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns. - TSB_2074843_3 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is a wheel/tire imbalance. - TSB_2074475_5 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides service information when DTC U0101000 is logged, lost communication with the TCM in diagnostic address 23. - TSB_2074436_3 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor. - TSB_20741717_15 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern. - TSB_2072304_4 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal. - TSB_2069904_3 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds. - TSB_2069331_8 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaitn when there is a warning messsage; "Instrument cluster: fault. Limited warning messages. Please contact workshop"; DTC B200096. - TSB_2069078_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only). - TSB_2068999_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases. - TSB_2068629_3 Aug 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaiotn when there are rattling/grinding noises reported from the front end. - TSB_2067132_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs. - TSB_2064681_6 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is an issue with wireless charging/wireless charging is not working. - AVIN4PIN20268019 Aug 19, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Summary of all Vin-4-Pin topics for August Check engine light after charging Rattle noise from sound generator Vehicle sound malfunction warning Oil leak from oil filter drain off valve CEL: P003A00 Turbo Boost control A CEL: P045600 excessive engine vibration - TSB_2082846_1 Jul 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00. - TSB_2081590_2 Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS database in instances when the sterring wheel pulsates/vibrates when driving around corners. - TSB_2081573_4 Jul 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when DTC B105A1A, B103E25 is stored in 0017; fuel tank level implausible. - TSB_2081573_3 Jul 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when DTC B105A1A, B103E25 is stored in 0017; fuel tank level implausible. - TSB_2078648_2 Jul 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel. - TSB_2073747_4 Jul 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informatoinw hent here are scratches or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles inside of the housing. - TSB_2071007_2 Jul 31, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulleitn provides informaiton when there is louver broken on the air vent for chest. - AVIN4PIN20260723 Jul 23, 2026 · Other
Summary of all Vin-4-Pin topics for June Check engine light after charging - P0E5E00 Rattle noise from sound generator Vehicle sound malfunction warning Oil leak from oil filter drain off valve Secondary air codes P244000 or P049100 P04F000: EVAP system hig… - TSB_2082388_1 Jun 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides informaiton when the start/stop button is sticking or stiff. - TSB_2082323_1 Jun 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring. - TSB_2082227_1 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides service information for an HVAC malfunction and a remedy in cases where the symptom presents. - TSB_2078916_3 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when the fuel tank cap seal is leaking; DTC P044200, P045600 and/ or P00EF00 in stored in the ECM. - TSB_2077458_2 Jun 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when the immobilizer cannot be adapted after the loss of keys. - TSB_2074640_3 Jun 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000 km. - TSB_2073867_3 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when DTC U140A00 Terminal 30 is stored in the ECM. - TSB_2069331_7 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaitn when there is a warning messsage; "Instrument cluster: fault. Limited warning messages. Please contact workshop"; DTC B200096. - TSB_2068573_5 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaoitn when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, is loose, or there is a rear parking sensor fault message. - TSB_2065960_6 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when the display of the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen. - TSB_2064983_15 Jun 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there are pixel faults on the virtual cockpit. - TSB_2059335_7 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster. - TSB_2052680_6 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Reporting Obligation requires technicains to contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in cases where the airbag/seatbelt is deployed/not deployed; general accident information; and fire and overheat damage. - TSB_2074729_3 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of vehicle in dynamic mode. - TSB_2082127_1 May 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaitn when the coding/start up of brakes electronics (D0003) is not possible. - TSB_2080517_4 May 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective. - TSB_2077475_2 May 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides information when the gearbox warning light is on; event memory entry P0174A00/P174E00. - TSB_2077443_3 May 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information when the convenience openeing does not work. - TSB_2077314_2 May 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This reporting obligation requests that techincians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the hand held transmitter cannot be programmed to the Homelink garage door opener. - TSB_2074808_4 May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years - TSB_2074058_4 May 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin describes a trim coating failure due to outside influence and not warrantable. - SM 24-2026 May 19, 2026 · Other
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. - AOS-26-25 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when … - TSB_2081887_1 Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Pending Service Solution requests that techinicans create a record in the PSS database in instances when the MMI display cannot be operated by touch. - TSB_2081722_1 Apr 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin is informational and contains information on the various warning lamps that may appear. - TSB_2080697_2 Apr 29, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS databse in instances where the air conditioning system occasionally does not work; DTC B10AE22, U193500 stored in 0008 HVAC electronics. - TSB_2080517_3 Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective. - TSB_2078548_2 Apr 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This TSB provides instructions for the combined baseline updates, and software version management. - TSB_2077639_3 Apr 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the seat heater button on the air conditionaer control console flashes. - TSB_2070568_6 Apr 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.