NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
A faulty electrical connection in the passenger air bag detection system may cause it to incorrectly sense a problem and turn off the passenger air bag.
This page covers 5 recalls, 87 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet.
28 mpg combined
8.4 L/100km
Subcompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The dominant complaint pattern for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet centers on airbags, which account for well over a third of all reports filed. Owners frequently describe concerns around airbag system behavior, though the representative narratives available here are thin on specific symptom detail, several reports note no actual failure occurred, and at least one appears to reference a different vehicle entirely. The fuel system draws the next-largest cluster of complaints, split across propulsion and gasoline fuel system categories. Among those, the most concrete recurring symptom is fuel leaking during and after refueling, with owners reporting gasoline continuing to drip or pool while the vehicle sits parked. A few fuel-related reports mention dealer or manufacturer contact without describing a specific mechanical symptom.
87
Total Complaints
1
Crash-Related
By System
The 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet has 5 recalls, the most serious involving two separate fuel system problems: a fuel pump that can fail and stall the engine without warning, and a leaking fuel line that can drip fuel and raise the risk of fire.
The fuel pump defect can prevent the engine from starting or cause it to shut off while driving. The fuel leak issue stems from a faulty suction pump inside the tank that pushes fuel into the evaporative emissions system, where it can seep out through the charcoal canister and pool near potential ignition sources. Two recalls address airbag reliability: incorrectly stitched seat covers on the driver or front passenger seat can block the side airbag from deploying in a crash, and a faulty electrical contact in the passenger occupant detection system can cause it to falsely read a malfunction and switch off the front passenger airbag entirely, leaving that seat unprotected. The fifth recall affects certain trim configurations and involves an incorrect production date printed on the vehicle safety certification label, which can make it harder for owners to confirm whether a future recall applies to their specific vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
A faulty electrical connection in the passenger air bag detection system may cause it to incorrectly sense a problem and turn off the passenger air bag.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the connector and reroute the cable to restore proper air bag operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The safety certification label on your vehicle displays an incorrect production date, which means the vehicle doesn't meet federal certification requirements.
What the fix does
Audi dealers will install a corrective overlay label with the accurate production date at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A faulty suction pump inside the fuel tank can allow fuel to flow into the evaporative emissions system.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the suction pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver or front passenger seat cover may be stitched incorrectly, which could prevent the side airbag from deploying properly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's and/or front passenger's seatback cover at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump contains components with improper nickel plating that can corrode, causing the fuel pump to fail.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your vehicle and replace the fuel pump if affected, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.