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Audi A3 II (8P) 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
official RappelConso notices
2

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 FSI 115Petrol · 115 hp
  • 1.4 TFSI 125Petrol · 125 hp
  • 1.9 TDI 105Diesel · 105 hp
  • 2.0 TDI 140Diesel · 140 hp
  • 1.8 TFSI 160Petrol · 160 hp
  • 2.0 TFSI 200Petrol · 200 hp

Each campaign in detail

  1. Rappel airbag conducteur (gonfleur Takata)

    Manufacturer recall

    Fiches-auto signale un rappel en 2024 (code 69RR) sur les modèles fabriqués entre le 13 juillet 2004 et le 22 avril 2013, puis un rappel en 2026 (code 69R6) sur les exemplaires produits entre le 15 octobre 2004 et le 22 avril 2013 : le gonfleur de l'airbag conducteur peut se déployer de façon incontrôlée et libérer des fragments métalliques. Vérifiez avec le numéro de série que l'intervention a été faite.

    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).

    Versions
    1.6 FSI 115, 1.4 TFSI 125, 1.9 TDI 105, 2.0 TDI 140, 1.8 TFSI 160, 2.0 TFSI 200
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rappel du démarreur (surchauffe, modèles de 2011)

    Manufacturer recall

    Fiches-auto signale un rappel de mars 2018 : la surchauffe du démarreur peut provoquer un incendie sur les modèles fabriqués entre mars et août 2011.

    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 FSI 115, 1.4 TFSI 125, 1.9 TDI 105, 2.0 TDI 140, 1.8 TFSI 160, 2.0 TFSI 200
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Official notices published in France (RappelConso)

Notices from the French consumer authority (DGCCRF) linked to this model, collected on 29 October 2026.

  • 20 March 2026 — Le gonfleur de l'airbag du conducteur peut provoquer un gonflage incontrôlé et libérer des fragments de métal lorsque l'airbag est activé, ce qui peut causer des blessures aux occupants.

    Models or references
    A3, a3 cabrio, a4 cabrio, a5, q5 voiture de tourisme.
    Risk
    Blessures
    Official notice (new tab)

  • 26 July 2024 — Le propergol dans l'airbag du conducteur peut se détériorer avec le temps. Si les airbags se déploient, cela pourrait entraîner des fragments du gonfleur blessant les occupants du véhicule.

    Models or references
    A3, a3 cabriolet, a4 cabriolet voiture particulière, équipée d'airbags takata.
    Risk
    Blessures
    Official notice (new tab)

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 V053.0/5
Volkswagen Golf VI043.0/5
Ford Focus II062.5/5
Opel Astra H291.5/5
Renault Mégane III132.5/5

Recall FAQ

How many recalls has the Audi A3 II (8P) had?

We have documented 2 manufacturer recalls for the Audi A3 II (8P): Rappel airbag conducteur (gonfleur Takata) ; Rappel du démarreur (surchauffe, modèles de 2011).

Which versions of the Audi A3 II (8P) 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 II (8P)?

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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