2016 Audi A3 vs 2018 Audi A3
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Audi A3 | 2018 Audi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 487 | 619 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27 | 29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Audi A3 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 36 | 17 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 4 |
| Engine | 9 | 4 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 |
| Tires | 2 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 0 |
2016 Audi A3
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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.