2015 Audi A3 owner complaints

Passenger occupant detection system failure, resulting in illuminated air bag malfunction indicator lamp. Excessive resistance in the occupant sensor mat of the front passenger seat, indicating an internally failing sensor and resulting in the vehicle air bag system becoming disabled. Audi has issued recalls for other vehicle models in this year for this exact defect, and the resolution in those instances is to install an updated part with a protective cover that will prevent premature failure of the new sensor. Audi has not expanded the recall to include the Audi a3 as of the date of this writing. This particular vehicle is a 2015 Audi a3 premium plus FWD sedan with sport seats and 1.8l gasoline engine. Audi does not appear to offer a replacement part at this time, possibly an indica

I purchased this vehicle in Germany back in September 2020. It’s a US spec Audi that has the passenger air bag floor sensor recall that I can’t seem to get fixed by the German Audi dealership. How can I get this recall fixed in case I sell the car or want to ship it back stateside. They won’t ship a car with a potential safety recall outstanding. My phone number is [XXX] and I used my stateside address because the system will not accept my German address. Please contact me via phone number listed above or by email. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

In 2019, I was notified of a recall consisting of the pods(passenger occupant detection system) system stating that the wiring and connector needed to be changed. I took the vehicle in to the dealership to have the recall service repairs done. After completion of the recall repairs, I have now began to have issues with my airbag sensor which is part of the pods system. Around march 2020, I began having issues with my airbag turning on and off while a passenger is sitting in my passenger seat with the seatbelt on. I would have to instruct my passenger to disengage the seatbelt and re-engage it in order for the airbag to come back on and recognize that there is a person over the minimal weight requirement occupying the seat. This issue have continued to occur on and off throughout the year.

The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

I experienced the exact scenario listed in NHTSA Recall Number21V198. Took the vehicle to my local Audi Dealer. Paid for the necessary safety repairs. Submitted for reimbursement with Audi USA reached out to them multiple times and they have refused to reimburse me for the parts and labor. Attached are the recall and emails between me and Audi USA. Thank you for any support you can provide.

Smelt like something was burning and the smell was coming out of vents. Looked online and found that people have been having issues with the auxiliary heater for the HVAC to help the car warm up faster. I check mine and found that the connector was staring to melt. Seems like it could be a potential fire hazard if not caught soon enough.

During cold ambient temperature when the engine is cold the vehicle activates an axillary cabin heater which fills the cabin with smoke and burning odor due to the heating element burning the housing and wiring inside the dash. This is a serious danger risking vehicle fire and health hazard for the operator and occupants of the vehicle. It appears multiple other Audi vehicles have a similar/same heating element that have the same issue. The 2015 A4 and Q5 appear to have a recall for this issue.

It has been nearly 9 months since this recall was issued. Audi cannot provide a remedy and cannot tell me when they can provide a remedy. I cannot transport a passenger in the front seat safely, and I cannot sell the car because Audi has issued a 'stop sell' order. Audi will not repurchase the car.

June 2018 paid out of pocket for passenger pods due to faulty sensor for passenger air bag. 10/2019 recall for wiring was done. October 29 2020, pods need replaced again! Out of warranty! This is a huge safety concern and after viewing multiple other complaints of the same issue, a recall must be done! Audi needs to take responsibility and address their faulty issue which should he covered under recall. God forbid someone become seriously injured or lose their life due to audis lack of response. I am now being told that I lust pay out of pocket once again to repair!

I was behind a newer Audi sedan (possible a3 2.0t) at night, and was blinded by the brightness from the brake lights. The lights were too bright for me to safely keep my eyes on the road. I was driving a 2001 Lexus lx470, so I don't know if the height of my vehicle made a difference on the angle of the light. I had to get in front of the vehicle to avoid a possible accident. *tr

The low beam headlights are too low. There is a drop-off so there appears a dark area about 10 feet in front and to the left of the driver side when driving. It's almost like the right beam is crossing the left. The dealership stated that it had to do with european code and that nothing could be done. I have driven many cars in my life where this is not an issue. This is a serious safety issue in my opinion - it's difficult to see the road.

The headlights on the 2015 Audi a3 inadeqately lights the road ahead especially on the drivers side. It is very difficult to see the road ahead to the point that it has become a safery problem to myself and anyone using this vehicle. This problem was brought to the dealers attention and was told that this is how the headlights were designed and we must live with it. They let us drive an Audi a4 home in the dark and had no problem with the headlights and seeing the road in short, there is a real safety problem here that needs to be corrected on the 2015 Audi a3 !!!!

Coolant leaking, thermostat and water pump defective. Car has under 26000 miles. Multiple online forms reporting same issue. Vehicle was stationary when vehicle alerted low coolant. Winter climate.

My Audi car hasnt been running well. I went to my dealership and no sense of urgency regarding this matter, was told they will call me when they have it but "I should be fine". I left my car at the dealership for an oil change 11.11.16 but doesnt fix the recall "saftey recall 20y5 suction pump" . This recall not getting fixed is putting my safety at risk.

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Audi a3. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Audi north park (210-960-6000, located at 15670 I-35, selma, tx 78154) where the technician diagnosed and replaced the fuel pump. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

My vehicle suffered loss of power and as a result too much of hesitation , it behaved as if it is about to stop on highway.it is a new car and thought it could be bad gas , changed gas station made sure gas is not an issue and hesitation/loss of power continues. I was about to schedule an appointment for service but dealer called me saying my car's VIN number has been listed for an imp update in order to prevent failure of certain components and people in germany are looking forward to get this fixed asap I.e ; 18 sept 2015 . I scheduled an appointment on 24 sept 2015 it is not just update but the entire turbo is replaced , month later car is having similar symptoms ,no power/hesitation , intermittently stuttering or misfiring. Audi mechanics kept car for a day (13 nov 2014)and rep

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Audi a3. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the panoramic sun roof exploded without warning. There were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 02/14/17*lj

The car has high idle RPM (900+), and therefore begins to accelerate as soon as brake is released. This makes parking or moving forward a small distance difficult and sometimes causes the driver to jam on brake with the sudden movement. If driver is not constantly aware of sudden movement car will hit things in front of it. We have been told by dealer and Audi usa that this condition cannot be corrected. *tr

I noticed a small crack on the sunroof guide rail bezel in the front corner of sun roof on the drivers side on the black trim part about a week ago. Today I noticed the crack to be about 2" long and the black trim separated allowing water to go underneath the roof of the car. I also noticed today the passenger side starting to crack as well. Never saw this before on the car until about a week ago. Car has never been in an accident. The car has 18,000 miles on it and is garage kept, never driven in temperatures under 30 degrees f.