2019 Audi A3 Etron

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Air bags1
2. Suspension1

Latest complaints

• Apr 19, 2021AL5,500 mi
  Air bags · Suspension

  Suspension failure due to "mice" damage. Causes vehicle to lose air in suspension air bags. Car handles and rides poorly. Potential crash hazard. "Soy" wiring /airlines should not be used for safety critical components. Poor sealing of compartment where safety critical hardware IS located.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 10254078This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.
• 10251023Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
• 10249054Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
• 10243938This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.
• 10243930This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
• 10233636This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by outside influence.
• 10211721This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
• 10202591This bulletin contains repair instructions for detached outer door seals.
• 10198567This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
• 10198234This information bulletin explains how the daylights turn on and off.
• 101928662019 Tech Reference
• 10192859Pre-Delivery Inspection Technician Reference Document
• 10191558Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time without any discrepancy.
• 10180348This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed if they meet the criteria.
• 10180155Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
• 10178445This bulletin contains instructions for creating a PSS record when the satellite map setting is lost.
• 10177300This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer.
• 10176939This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part number listed and only order the superseded part number going forward.
• 10175375Apple car play function.
• 10174949The informational bulletin explains why during COVID-19 there is winter-blend fuel during a warmer season and causing some issues.
• 10173856This bulletin contains a cleaning procedure from leftover residue from suction cups or labels.
• 10172532Standard Maintenance Section - Added A6 (all models) & A7 (all models) to "Plenum Chamber and water drain valves: Check for Dirt."
• 10171761OIL CHART SECTION: CHANGED - Castrol Oil to 'Audi approved XXXX-Refer to the Parts Catalog' for all models.
• 10171067Standard Maintenance Items section: ADDED to Connected box battery '(for Audi Connected Services)'
• 10169764Problems charging at home and/or after DC charging plug not releasing.
• 10169691This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10169098New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
• 10168799The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned and only the superseded part number going forward
• 10163516OIL CHART SECTION: Changed oil viscosities: 502.00 - Castrol EDGE Professional 5W-40 and 504.00 / (507.00 Diesel) - Castrol EDGE Professional 0W-30 LL03 (Updated from 5W-30) TTRS
• 10162913A3, A4, A5, Q5, Q7, and TT and TTRS: Vehicle Preparation Section: ADDED: "Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided Functions (if equipped with NAV) Set adaptation channel (via Special functions > Service work > 5F-Activating/deactivating storage of music). Also referred to as CD Ripping. Perform 3 button reset of the MMI to complete the activation. Refer to the owner's manual for model-specific button sequence"
• 10161669This informational bulletin contains information on when the Adaptive Cruise Assist on DTC C12EBF1 with symptom code 11567120. e-tron quattro
• 10161668This bulletin contains instructions for adjusting the matrix-design high beams. E-tron quattro
• 10161666Removing the e-tron charger properly.
• 10161665Audi Battery Handling & Logistics Guide
• 10161663Additional Maintenance Items Section: REMOVED: Q3 40 TFSI from "Spark plugs - Replace every 80,000 miles or 6 years whichever occurs first." Also includes 2018 TTRS
• 10161273This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 1999-2012 A4 Avant, 2003-2009 A4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, 2008-2021 A5 Coupe, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 1999-2021A6, 1999-2011A6 Avant, 2008-2020 A7, 1999-2021 A8, 2008-2019 e-tron, 2019-2021 e-tron quattro, 2015-2021 Q3, 2009-2021 Q5, 2007-2021 Q7, 2019 Q8, 2008-2020 R8 Coupe, 2011-2020 R8 Spyder, 2017-2019 RS3, 2007-2008 RS4, 2008 RS4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 RS5, 2010-2020 RS5 Cabrio, 2016-2018 RS6, 2016-2018 RS7, 2004-2012 S4, 2004-2009 S4 Cabrio, 2010-2021 S5 Cabrio, 2008-2021 S5 Coupe, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2007-2021 S6, 2008-2020 S7, 2007-2009 S8, 2018-2021 SQ5, 2000-2021 TT Coupe, 2001-2021 TT Roadster, 2012 TT/RS Coupe
• 10160832Standard Maintenance Section: REMOVED: "Charging socket - Check for contamination and damage (Q5 TFSIe only)" and "Q5 45TFSI (2.0T), Q5 TFSIe," from "Connected Box Battery" item. Additional Maintenance Items Section: REMOVED: References to 2.0L, 3.0L & 4.0L from engine displacements for all models. REMOVED: Q5 TFSIe from "Spark plugs: Replace at 40K miles or 6 years" and "S-Tronic transmission - Change fluid every 40K miles". Also applies to the 2019 TTRS
• 10160477VEHICLE PREPARATION SECTION: REMOVED: "Deactivate vehicle transport mode, Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping using Guided Functions, & Set service reminder" ADDED: "Perform diagnostic work"
• 10160373This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC B145504 with symptom code 7340800. This document applies to every 2016-2019 Audi Model.
• 10159811This informational bulletin states to ignore DTC U111500 when it appears. This bulletin applies to the e-tron quattro

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