Does the 2023 Audi A3 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Audi A3, the most recent reported on April 3, 2024 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi A3?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (4 complaints), followed by unknown or other (2).

How many 2023 Audi A3 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2023 Audi A3 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 7 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Audi A3.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2023 Audi A3 recalls

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger

NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · reported April 3, 2024 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 91 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
The risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 22V901000 · reported December 7, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 297 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S3, RS3, and A3 vehicles. The Safety Certification label on the B-pillar is missing weight capacity information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
The risk: Missing weight information may result in unintentional overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Audi dealers will install an overlay label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 27, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50ZZ.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system4
Unknown or other2
Communication1
Engine1
Power train1
Service brakes1
Steering1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 21, 2026 · Electrical system
BSG/alternator faulty. Started displaying “electrical malfunction!” Had to stop immediately before immediate shut down on road. Problem had been known on hybrid models of Audi specially larger models. Recall/TSB have been opened for those vehicles. Vehicle was inspected by dealership. No prior warning other than that…

May 5, 2026 · Service brakes
Dealer is refusing to acknowledge the known BSG defect (TSB 2058831/13) and is instead attempting to charge for secondary electrical failures (ABS/AC) caused by the primary charging system failure. 2023 Audi A3 2.0T, VIN […] . Recurring 48V BSG (Belt Starter Generator) failure causing complete loss of power steering…

Feb 21, 2026 · Unknown or other
I was driving vehicle and heard a loud sound like an explosion. I looked up and there was a big hole in my sunroof. The sunroof exploded. Yes you can look at it. It proceeded to crack and glass flew everywhere. Danger was that glass flew everywhere, got in my hair and could have been way worse. It is very dangerous…

Nov 5, 2025 · Communication
Please see attachment: “Hello, my name is […] . I'm I'm calling about a vehicle. Recall on an Audi 2023. And I'm having trouble with the manufacturer regarding this Notice that they sent us […] . thank you very much bye-bye…” INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Feb 18, 2025 · Electrical system · 57,083 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Audi A3. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the contact observed a RED triangle icon, and the message "Electrical System Malfunction Defect - Low Charge" was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle then lost motive power. The vehicle was steered over to the side of the road and…

A3 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2020	3	16	1
2022	6	9	0
2023	2	7	0
2024	0	2	0
2025	0	5	2
2026	0	2	0

Across all years, the 2006 A3 has the most complaints (123). All Audi A3 years →

Questions

Does the 2023 Audi A3 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Audi A3, the most recent reported on April 3, 2024 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi A3?: Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (4 complaints), followed by unknown or other (2).
How many 2023 Audi A3 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 7 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 21, 2026.