Buying a used 2019 Audi A3? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2019 Audi A3 has 3 recalls in this group, covering fuel tank seal leaks, passenger airbag deactivation, and a tire pressure monitor software issue. The airbag and fuel leak campaigns warrant repair documentation, alongside confirmation of the software remedy. Its 12 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports, including 7 for air bags, 2 for fuel/propulsion system, 2 for seats, and 1 for power train. The supplied complaint totals list 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify fuel tank seal recall completion and ask about fuel leaks.
- Request passenger airbag recall records and ask about seat-related warning lights.
- Confirm tire pressure monitor software recall completion.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Audi A3
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi, VW Fuel Tank Seal May Cause Leaks | Fuel System, Gasoline | critical |
| Audi A3, S3, RS3 Passenger Airbag May Deactivate | AIR Bags | high |
| Volkswagen and Audi Tire Pressure Monitor Software Issue | Tires | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
12 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| AIR Bags | 7 | Yes |
| Fuel System | 2 | Yes |
| Seats | 2 | None found |
| Power Train | 1 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 1 | None found |