Does the 2015 Audi S3 have any recalls?

The 2015 Audi S3 has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2015 Audi S3?

71 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Audi S3.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 Audi S3?

There are 659 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Audi S3.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

Prestige Sedan 4-Door
Base Sedan 4-Door
Progressiv Sedan 4-Door
Premium Plus Sedan 4-Door
Technik Sedan 4-Door
Base Hatchback 2-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1984CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2015 Audi S3 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #21V19800022/03/2021Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant d

Consequence

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners

NHTSA #19V47400019/06/2019Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical con

Consequence

A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charg

TSB #11032165

This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

TSB #11032137

This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool

TSB #11032131

This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system.

TSB #11031064

This Reporting obligation requests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the diagnostic tester refers to this reportin gobligation or to TPI 2033392.

TSB #11031051

This bulletin provides informaiotn about various infortainment system complaints.

TSB #11030987

This bulletin provides information about where to download the Audi frequency app.

TSB #11030985

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.

TSB #11030984

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.

Showing the 8 most recent of 659 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20221118Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

I got into an accident and my air bags didnât deploy

20260326Component: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

I am reporting a Safety Remedy Denial by Audi of America (Case #[XXX]) regarding a failed suction jet pump and charcoal canister in my 2015 Audi S3. This failure resulted in a fuel leak and strong fue

20260322Component: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Gas pump shuts off and stops pumping fuel into my car with a loud hissing noise before it shuts down the pump. I can not properly fill my vehicle with gas. This is not a single incident it is an ongoi

20260219Component: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Unable to refuel car. Gas pump keeps clicking off and fuel backs up spilling out of fuel port. Mechanic tested fuel system and reported fuel tank has faulty jet pump seal. Mechanic says a recall was e

20241120Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Gear Shift Micro Switch This is a documented issue recalled for VW and Audi vehicles between 2015-2019. VW recalled all and still is fixing the issue in cars from those years, yet AUDI decided to just

Showing the 5 most serious of 71 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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