Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Audi A3

Audi A3 owners have reported 2 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hood latch (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Audi A3

Problem Category Number of Problems
Latches/locks/linkage problems
1
Hood Latch problems
1

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Audi A3

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

I believe there is a design issue with the Audi A3's open sky (sunroof) sun shade latching mechanism. The sunshade has a plastic clip assembly which allows the shade to cover the sunroof area. This design is weak and prone to break. This has been noted by numerous other A3 owners.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

The contact owns a 2016 Audi A3. The contact received recall notifications for NHTSA campaign number: 19v474000 (air bags) and 21v198000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available.   Read details...




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