CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Audi A3 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 123 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (56 reports).
2006 Audi A3 recalls
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal
Certain Audi vehicles have a driver's frontal airbag inflator that may build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The driver's frontal airbag inflator can build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2006 Audi A3 problems
Problem areas named in the 123 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 56 |
| Power Train | 37 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2006 Audi A3. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the passengerâs side air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, he heard an abnormal rattling sound coming from the passengerâs side of the dashboard where the air bag was located. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer and was informed that parts were not available for repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V082000 (Air Bags); for the driver's side air bag, but the passengerâs side air bag was not repaired. The failure
I totaled my car about two weeks ago. And none of my passenger side airbags deployed ( front , front side, nor rear passenger side)
I totaled my car about two weeks ago, and none of my passenger side airbags deployed. (Front passenger, front side, or Rear passenger side)
OWNER OF AUDI A3 2006 2.0TFSI. RECENTLY GOT THE PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT INDICATES THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE FUEL SYSTEM LEAK. THE CAR WAS ORIGINALLY CREATED FOR US, BUT ITS NOW ACTIVE IN EUROPE. ALREADY SEEN SOME CAR REPAIR CENTERS, BUT NONE COULD FIX THE ENGINE CHECK PROBLEM. TODAY, I READ INFORMATION FROM OFFICIAL AUDI SITES. "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY RECALL' ENGINE CHECK LIGHT SHOWED UP WHEN I WAS DRIVING HIGHWAY, FIRST, COMPUTER TOLD ME TO CLOSE FUEL CAP, WHICH WAS FULLY CLOSED, AFTER FUEL CAP LOGO WENT AWAY, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STARTED TO BLINKING AND THE MOTOR STARTED TO SHAKE BADLY AND I NEEDED TO DO EMERGENCY STOP. I THIN
REPLACED AIRBAGS BY AUDI IN LATHAM, NEW YORK AND CHARGED OVER $176 FOR DIAGNOSTIC FOR BAD AIRBAGS AND WARNING LIGHTS FOR AIRBAGS. BAD AIRBARGS INSTALLED DURING RECALL. AUDI NEVER REPLACED THE BAD AIRBAGS. VERY BAD.
2006 Audi A3 questions
Does the 2006 Audi A3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Audi A3: Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Air Bags:Side/Window. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Audi A3?
Based on 123 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (56), Power Train (37), Exterior Lighting (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Audi A3 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.