Audi A3 owners have reported 20 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (15 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake pedal and linkage (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brake Pedal And Linkage problems | |
| Abs Brake Fail problems | |
| Brake Drum Wheel Cylinder problems | |
| Brake Sensor problems | |
| Brake Light On problems |
My Audi automatically applies the brakes while reversing. When this happens, I’m unable to immediately drive the vehicle. This is an ongoing problem that has not been resolved, and I’m increasingly concerned about the safety implications. Just recently experienced while making a u turn. Read details...
Cpsc: i1360446a. 2012 Audi A3 wagon. Consumer stated the gas pedal and brakes are too close together. Also states cannot get foot off gas without getting caught on the brake if in an emergency situation. Read details...
The contact owns a 2009 Audi A3. While driving 35 mph, the abs and esc indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the abs module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic. Read details...
At 5 months - engine almost overheated. Car towed to dealer where they found the fan and computer module failed and had to be replaced. At 7 months (current issue) - warning light came on and advised that brakes failed. Dealer found that the master brake cylinder failed. Read details...
Engine shuts off when car is in drive or reverse while vehicle is in motion and displays message of "start/stop system deactivated. Please restart engine manually. The yellow check engine light then appears. And the vehicle rolls away unless brakes are applied. Read details...