Table 1 shows one common steering related problems of the 2023 Audi A3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems |
Dealer is refusing to acknowledge the known bsg defect (TSB 2058831/13) and is instead attempting to charge for secondary electrical failures (abs/ac) caused by the primary charging system failure. 2023 Audi A3 2. 0t, VIN [xxx] . Recurring 48v bsg (belt starter generator) failure causing complete loss of power steering and brake assist. First documented under warranty October 29, 2025 at 45,500 miles at Audi livermore (ro #xxx) — 48v battery at 0%, fault code p0a7d00. Dealer only recharged battery and erased codes without replacing bsg. Vehicle became completely undriveable March 22, 2026 with cascading electrical failures including celo state, abs failure, and complete loss of power steering and brake assist — a dangerous safety condition. Vehicle has been at Audi livermore since March 26, 2026 — 40 days — unrepaired. Audi is now attempting to charge $3,751. 70 for consequential faults caused by the unrepaired bsg. Open Audi corporate case #xxx. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).