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Audi A3 I (8L) recalls: manufacturer campaigns

2 documented manufacturer recalls: a defect acknowledged by the brand, fixed free of charge at a dealer, even on a used car.

manufacturer campaigns
2
of 6 versions affected
6

This guide has not been translated yet: it is shown in its original French version.

Is your version affected?

Find your engine (fuel type and power on the registration document): each row lists the campaigns that concern it. A recall often covers only a production period: only the vehicle identification number (VIN) settles it.

VersionRecalls
  • 1.6 100Petrol · 100 hp
  • 1.8 125Petrol · 125 hp
  • 1.8 T 180Petrol · 180 hp
  • 1.9 TDI 90Diesel · 90 hp
  • 1.9 TDI 110Diesel · 110 hp
  • 1.9 TDI 130Diesel · 130 hp

Each campaign in detail

  1. Rappel ABS de 2002

    Manufacturer recall

    Fiches-auto signale des pannes d'ABS sur l'A3 de première génération et un rappel mené en 2002. Faites vérifier avec le numéro de série, chez un concessionnaire Audi, que l'intervention a été réalisée.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Single source so far: to be confirmed.

    Versions
    1.6 100, 1.8 125, 1.8 T 180, 1.9 TDI 90, 1.9 TDI 110, 1.9 TDI 130
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rappel des ceintures de sécurité avant (1999-2000)

    Manufacturer recall

    Caradisiac cite, sur les modèles de 1999-2000, un verrouillage déficient des ceintures avant ayant donné lieu à un rappel courant 2000 ; d'autres rappels ont visé le réglage en hauteur des ceintures (fin 1997) et la fixation des enrouleurs de ceintures arrière (décembre 1998).

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Single source so far: to be confirmed.

    Versions
    1.6 100, 1.8 125, 1.8 T 180, 1.9 TDI 90, 1.9 TDI 110, 1.9 TDI 130
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Checking that a recall was done

  1. Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate.
  2. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free.
  3. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Where to check online

Recalls of rival models

The same data for the alternatives suggested in the guide.

ModelRecallsKnown faultsReliability
Volkswagen Golf IV054.0/5
Ford Focus I044.0/5
Opel Astra G053.5/5
Renault Mégane II033.5/5
Peugeot 208 I143.0/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Audi A3 I (8L) had?

We have documented 2 manufacturer recalls for the Audi A3 I (8L): Rappel ABS de 2002 ; Rappel des ceintures de sécurité avant (1999-2000).

Which versions of the Audi A3 I (8L) are affected?

Every version in our guides is affected by at least one campaign.

How do I know whether the recalls were done on a used Audi A3 I (8L)?

Note the vehicle identification number (VIN): box E of the French registration certificate. Ask a dealer of the brand whether each campaign was carried out on this VIN: the check and the repair are free. Ask the seller for the invoice or dealer certificate for each recall.

Do I have to pay for a recall?

No: a manufacturer recall is fixed free of charge by the brand's dealer network, even on a used car bought privately, as long as the campaign is open.

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