2021 Audi S3
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2021 Audi S3. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2021 Audi S3. Newest first.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6…
Risk and remedy
Risk
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
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.
- 10253292This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.
- 10251661This bulletin provides information when there is a warning for the 3rd brake light; DTC B12C615.
- 10251657This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
- 10251023Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
- 10250322This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
- 10249151This bulletin provides information for when DTC C101AF1, C101BF1, C101CF1, C101DF1 are stored in the ABS control unit with the message "magnetic field too low".
- 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.
- 10242930This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.
- 10239678This bulletin provides information for a loose engine oil filler cap is loose, DTCs P06800, P227900, P050700.
- 10238314This bulletin provides information for when a cracking noise is heard from the front end when changing direction.
- 10236628This bulletin provides information for when the starter battery is discharged, and the vehicle cannot be started due to the front adjustment seat switch becoming jammed.
- 10236377This bulletin provides instructions for instances where squeaking or creaking noises are heard when the vehicle is driven on uneven roads.
- 10236372Noise from front door trim panel while driving Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Check engine lamp is illuminated and DTC P05A000: Active Grille Air Shutter "A" Stuck is stored in the ECM. Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 Belt noise from starter generator Leak from oil pan USB Trim detached from center console Airbag light on: DTC B100A1B or B100B1B 3.0L engine water pump leaking 3.0L engine sound generator malfunctioning
- 10235122This bulletin provides information related to maintaining the 12V Lead-acid or AGM battery when a vehicle is parked for a prolonged period of time.
- 10234547This bulletin provides repair instructions for instances where creaking/squeaking noises are heard from the left front or right front area of the vehicle when being driven on uneven roads.
- 10233636This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by outside influence.
- 10230850Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- 10228815Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- 10228803Safety recalls, compliance recalls and stop sales
- 10227012This bulletin states that due to a software malfunction in Apple iOS Version 16.0.x there are restrictions with bluetooth connection.
- 10218600This bulletin contains information for diagnosing the Start/Stop system.
- 10216047This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
- 10216043This bulletin advises that the window washer pump may become blocked due to frozen washer fluid; one more more DTCs may be present: DTCs B126101, B126111, or B126113.
- 10216008This bulletin describes the appropriate repairs in instances where an oil leak is found near the transmission oil cooler.
- 10211721This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- 10210446This bulletin advises to install a damper weight on the shaft of the front driver's side axle to address a concern of a whining/howling noise that may be heard in the engine compartment.
- 10210254This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
- 10209245This bulletin contains information on how to fix a clunking or rattling noise heard from the rear suspension when the vehicle is driven over bumps.
- 10209107This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC B145504 with symptom code 7340800.
- 10207819This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
- 10207210This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
- 10207207This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- 10207179This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
- 10207170This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
- 10207143This bulletin describes an error which may arise due to a bug in the software of a customer's phone, which causes the Apple CarPlay screen to appear blank, and for audio drop-outs.
- 10207121This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
- 10206961This bulletin provides instructions for a software update for a DTC in the power steering control unit, which may be discovered during inspection work.
- 10206954This bulletin contains instructions for correcting buffer stop noise (rumbling or squeaking from the front end).
Every Audi S3 model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.