repaired · 2020 Q4
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
2015 Audi A3 CabrioletProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 87 owner complaints about the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-280 the manufacturer reports only 77% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 31, 2023. Updated daily. Photo: Harvey Bold, CC BY 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet has problems
87 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
38Air bags
9Engine
9Fuel/propulsion system
8Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
7Fuel system, gasoline
5Power train
5Exterior lighting
4Wheels
3Service brakes
1710 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 38 | 0 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 0 |
| Wheels | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| 10 other systems | 17 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. In the event of a vehicle safety recall, an incorrect production date may prevent owners from determining if the recall affects them, increasing their risk of…
repaired · 2018 Q1
Exhaust system: emission control
Risk. As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Air bags: side/window
Risk. Improper side air bag deployment may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Show 1 more recall
repaired · 2016 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other A3 Cabriolet year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the A3 Cabriolet median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'19
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet, and the recalls they led to.
- Fuel Leak due to Suction Jet Pump Failure within Fuel Tank (Remedy Effectiveness of Recall 16V647)Led to recall 24V-110
In owners' words
What A3 Cabriolet owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. 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…
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 not yet available. The local dealer was contacted several times. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…
Own a 2015 A3 Cabriolet?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.