CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (7 reports).
2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet recalls
Passenger airbag may switch off in a crash
A poor electrical connection can cause the passenger occupant detection system to wrongly sense a fault and turn off the front passenger airbag.
Rear Center Headrest May Detach in a Crash
On certain 2018 vehicles, the latching pins that hold the center rear seat head restraint in place may be missing.
Fuel Hose Connector May Detach, Causing Leak and Fire Risk
A fuel hose quick connector in the engine bay may detach from the fuel supply line, which can cause a fuel leak.
Rear Head Restraints May Not Hold Firm in a Crash
Some rear seat frames may have head restraint guide sleeves that were welded incorrectly to the seat frame.
Engine May Stall on Startup, Raising Crash Risk
Certain vehicles may have engine control software that misreads normal engine rotation at startup as a knocking condition.
Most common 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet problems
Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact stated after parking the vehicle, a bystander alerted the contact that there was fuel leaking from the rear passenger's side near the fuel tank. The contact drove the vehicle to a gas station and was unable to refuel the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the charcoal canister was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer, where it was determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V110000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the r
The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact stated while driving in a parking lot, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the battery was drained, and the vehicle failed to restart. The contact jumpstarted the vehicle. The battery was replaced. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was called, but there was no response. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. 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.
The contact owns a 2018 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 took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.
The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.
2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet questions
Does the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet: Passenger airbag may switch off in a crash; Rear Center Headrest May Detach in a Crash; Fuel Hose Connector May Detach, Causing Leak and Fire Risk; Rear Head Restraints May Not Hold Firm in a Crash; Engine May Stall on Startup, Raising Crash Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet?
Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (7), Exterior Lighting (1), Wheels (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Audi A3 Cabriolet has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.