Audi A3 owners have reported 34 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (10 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| Brake Light problems | |
| Headlight Switch problems | |
| Fog Lights problems | |
| Tail Light Switch problems |
Due to condensation/fogging, front headlight projection is reduced to less than half. This is a safety issue driving at night time. Read details...
This vehicle was involved in a rear end collision in late 2025. The vehicle was just sold at auction with a clean title even though it has frame damage that is more than 100% of the cost of this vehicle. Read details...
Intermittent failure of exterior lights to include headlights, turn signal lights, and brake lights during driving. The first occurrence was at night. Fault seems to be (engine) temperature dependent (I. E. - does not seem to occur when engine bay is cold). Read details...
Faulty design in Audi A3 tail-lights cause melting of the brake light/tail-light housing. Melted components, deform and break the continuity of the circuit and brake lights fail. Bulbs are good, and functional, circuit is affected (bulb holders melt and fail) causing brake light failure. Read details...
Both front daytime running lights (drls) fading to yellow color. The drls look like they are off when driving in the daytime. The led strip is also faded when headlight control is switched to on. Limits visibility in the nighttime. Read details...