2015 Audi A3 vs 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Audi A3 | 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 87 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 587 | 694 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–35 | 28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 39,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Audi A3 Cabriolet |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 45 | 38 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 9 |
| Engine | 9 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 7 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 2 |
| Seats | 10 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 7 |
| Stalling | 5 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
2015 Audi A3
2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.