2018 AUDI A3 Recalls (2)

Campaign:
17V508000 on 08/16/2017
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Manufactured:
09/22/2016 - 08/24/2017
Affected:
8,383
Defect:
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 audi a3 cabriolet and a3 sedan vehicles. the engine control unit (ecu) software may misinterpret the flywheel rotation on engine start-up as a "knocking" condition, and the adjusted air/fuel mixture may result in an engine stall.
Consequence:
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ecu software, free of charge. the recall began september 19, 2017. owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's number for this recall is 24df.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
18V803000 on 11/18/2018
Component:
Seats:mid/rear assembly
Manufactured:
06/07/2018 - 07/10/2018
Affected:
169
Defect:
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 volkswagen e-golf and golf r vehicles, and audi a3 sedan and rs3 vehicles. the rear seat frame head restraint guide sleeves may be incorrectly welded to the seat frame.
Consequence:
If the guide sleeves are incorrectly welded, in the event of a crash, the rear seat head restraints may have reduced stability, increasing the risk of injury.
Correction:
Volkswagen and audi will notify their owners, and dealers will inspect the guide sleeves for incorrect welds, replacing the rear seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin january 11, 2019. owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72h8 (vw) and 72h9(audi).
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2018 AUDI A3 TSBs (99)

Bulletin:
A91166020448511
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This technical service bulletin provides replacement instructions for a missing mmi volume knob.
Bulletin:
A91166420425063
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update th
Bulletin:
A91166020448511
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This technical service bulletin provides replacement instructions for a missing mmi volume knob.
Bulletin:
A91166420425063
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update th
Bulletin:
A57162620220327
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
Bulletin:
A91163720425062
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update th
Bulletin:
A91163920420133
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and resolve issues with audi connect online destination search, google earth navigation view, and inrix online traffic.
Bulletin:
A91167220370734
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This bulletin details why the radio sounds different due to different hardware.
Bulletin:
A91167620359123
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This bulletin provides troubleshooting for an incorrectly coded top view / corner view camera system.
Bulletin:
A94168220175666
Component:
121200 exterior lighting:headlights:switch
Summary:
The bulletin states a normal function of the headlight switch and how to fix but not replace. dealer is to advise customer on why the headlight switch presses in.
Bulletin:
A921614 2038151-
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
Bulletin:
A941674 2037810-
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Xenon headlights are aimed too low or passenger side is too high. the customer says that there is a ?dark spot? in the middle of the xenon headlight illumination pattern over road. the customer says that one or both of the xenon headlights
Bulletin:
A961604 2042811-
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Audi connect gen1 and gen2 systems: differences and troubleshooting. the customer has a general concern related to audi connect. different features are included with different generations of the audi connect system. the audi connect gen1 sy
Bulletin:
A191777 2046712-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
Bulletin:
A701756 2038029-
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for various squeaks and/or rattles that are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with pananormic sunroof.
Bulletin:
A911707 2038136-
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains coding information to correct the "talk button is not available/not used."
Bulletin:
12-13-2016B
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
12-13-2016D
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
Scheduled Mainte
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
Maintenance Sche
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Additional maintenance items section: perform first at 60,000 miles: removed rs 3 from air cleaner exceptions
Bulletin:
A911525 2042506-
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Audi drive select functions cannot be selected. cruise control does not work (in a3 or tt only). navigation is not activated. bluetooth is unavailable. voice recognition is unavailable (in all cars except a3 cabriolet. for a3 cabriolet, see
Bulletin:
A911527 2038073-
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 14-57 dated august 11, 2014. the infotainment system cannot be switched on. the infotainment system cannot be reset. the infotainment system cannot be operated via control panel and stee
Bulletin:
ATE-13-05
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Vwgoa is pleased to inform you of the release and automatic delivery of new required special tools used on audi vehicles. starting march 25, 2013, every audi dealer will be shipped one at-348 special tool package, freight f.o.b. snap-on oem
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3 e-tro
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
A001793 2047812-
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the sd creator program.
Bulletin:
A461772 2047830
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains instructions for proper brake maintenance.
Bulletin:
A911732 2033355-
Component:
263000 forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains information on why acc sensor could be deactivated.
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3 e-Tro
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3-S3 Se
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3-S3 Se
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
MY 2018 Audi Tec
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Added
Bulletin:
A911735 2048436-
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when after pdi is performed, the customer states that the audi connect services are not functioning.
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3-S3 Se
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Infotainment section: added: "if audi connect is not functioning with an error message, ?the myaudi server is currently unavailable?, reference tsb 2048436 to activate service"
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3 e-Tro
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Interior section: removed "verify windows can be operated with the key*"
Bulletin:
A191789 2046712-
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
Bulletin:
A401771 2043424-
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Thos bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. this only occurs on uneven roads.
Bulletin:
A401773 2044060-
Component:
021300 suspension:front:shock absorber
Summary:
This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.
Bulletin:
MY 2018 Audi Tec
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Trunk inspection section: added: "check battery clamps for proper torque refer to elsa pro for specification"
Bulletin:
A911736 2024323-
Component:
262000 forward collision avoidance: dynamic brake support/brake assist
Summary:
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
Bulletin:
A911737 2047576-
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This is a reference bulletin that contains software update information for the mid2 mmi system.
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3-S3 Se
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Audi connect section: added: "if audi connect is not functioning with an error message, ?the myaudi server is currently unavailable?, reference tsb 2048436 to activate service"
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3 e-Tro
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Audi connect section: added: "if audi connect is not functioning with an error message, ?the myaudi server is currently unavailable?, reference tsb 2048436 to activate service"
Bulletin:
MY 2018 A3 e-tro
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Infotainment section: added: "if audi connect is not functioning with an error message, ?the myaudi server is currently unavailable?, reference tsb 2048436 to activate service"
Bulletin:
A941791 2012749-
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
Bulletin:
A401770 2018194-
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains knowledge on why oil may appear on one or several of the shock absorbers.
Bulletin:
A001799 2045316-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This bulletin contains information about the start/stop system.
Bulletin:
A911746 2048436-
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when after pdi is performed, the customer states that the audi connect services are not functioning.
Bulletin:
A911744 2037073-
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This bulletin details why the radio sounds different due to different hardware.
Bulletin:
A911743 2042097-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the mmi navigation.
Bulletin:
A001684 2037949-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides instructions for an an error message and updating with an svm code.
Bulletin:
A921612 2038151-
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
Bulletin:
A921613 2038151-
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
Bulletin:
ATE-17-05
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (hve ppe) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (hybrid, plugin hybrid, electric vehicle), the volkswagen tools and equipment team has identified
Bulletin:
MY 2018 Audi Nor
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
New document
Bulletin:
A441764 2022563-
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
Bulletin:
A171782 2010043-
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains all the the audi oil quality standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
Bulletin:
A1915612025303-5
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 14-50 dated june 20, 2014. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service
Bulletin:
ATE-15-18
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This circular contains important information regarding a3 e-tron tooling. information will be covered in the subsequent sections depending on the dealership's current status.
Bulletin:
A871679 2041717-
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and details how to run a odis gff test plan.
Bulletin:
A911691 2042506-
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update th
Bulletin:
A001796 2047812
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the sd creator program.
Bulletin:
A001706 2047812-
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the sd creator program.
Bulletin:
A171785 2045581
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This bulletin provides instructions regarding an oil level sensor message that appears due to excess oil in the vehicle.
Bulletin:
A911768 2037809-
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map.
Bulletin:
Scheduled Mainte
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Oil capacity table: for a3 b-cycle 2.0 tfsi engine: changed oil spec from 508/509** castrol edge® professional® 5w40 to 508/509** castrol edge® professional® 0w20 long life iv
Bulletin:
A171890 2050501_
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when condensed water leaks near the rear axle.
Bulletin:
A351828 2049449_
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for dtc p060700.
Bulletin:
A911875 2038073_
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the infortainment system cannot be switched on, reset, or be operated via control panel and steering wheel buttons.
Bulletin:
MY 2018 Audi USA
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Under additional maintenance items section: removed e-tron from "perform every 130,000 miles. timing belt - replace. check condition of timing belt tensioning system, dampening pulleys, and idler pulleys and replace if necessary (2.0l tdi
Bulletin:
A351727 2049449
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for dtc p060700.
Bulletin:
A911755 2048436
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when after pdi is performed, the customer states that the audi connect services are not functioning.
Bulletin:
A931709 2049384
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains documentation to ensure that the correct battery repairs are performed.
Bulletin:
Bulletin - Updat
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
On audi vehicles with audi smartphone interface (asi) manufactured within a specific period, an error may occur in the smartphone connection.
Bulletin:
Dealer Letter -
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
On audi vehicles with audi smartphone interface (asi) manufactured within a specific period, an error may occur in the smartphone connection.
Bulletin:
PDI 2018 A3 e-Tr
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Vehicle preparation section: added "using guided functions" to "set adaption channel to enable cd ripping (if equipped)"
Bulletin:
PDI 2018 A3-S3 S
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Vehicle preparation section: added "using guided functions" to "set adaption channel to enable cd ripping (if equipped)"
Bulletin:
PDI 2018 Audi Te
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
All models: vehicle preparation section: added "using guided functions" to "set adaption channel to enable cd ripping (if equipped)" a8 and q3: audi connection: removed: "turn on the wireless network (if equipped)"
Bulletin:
PDI 2018 Audi Te
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Audi a3 e-tron sportback: audi connect section: added "turn on the wireless network (if equipped) ensure the wireless network is turned on (telephone > options > wi-fi® options > wi-fi® mode ?hotspot?) " audi a3/s3/rs 3: added: verify s
Bulletin:
Scheduled Mainte
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Additional maintenance section: changed: "rs 7 plus" to "rs 7 performance" on rear axle every 40,000 miles and spark plugs - replace every 30,000 miles or 3 years added: "(except rs 7 performance)" and "(except s8 plus)" to spark plugs
Bulletin:
Scheduled Mainte
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
Additional maintenance section: added, "(if applicable)" to battery - connected gateway - replace
Bulletin:
2018 Audi Tire C
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
New document added
Bulletin:
A601822 2050904_
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
This bulletin contains instructions for when various squeaks, noises or rattles are heard in the sunroof area.
Bulletin:
A701866 2038029_
Component:
134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for various squeaks and/or rattles that are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with pananormic sunroof.
Bulletin:
Email-MY18 A3 an
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
My18 a3 and q7 center screen operation change
Bulletin:
A401880 2043424-
Component:
021540 suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint
Summary:
Thos bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. this only occurs on uneven roads.
Bulletin:
A911898 2051389-
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This bulletin contains instructions for when the mmi starts in the wrong menu.
Bulletin:
Service Informat
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Page 2 disclosure information changed
Bulletin:
A341833 2050725-
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when tac directs the tech to this tsb in regards to dtcs stored in the tcm.
Bulletin:
A351830 2050723-
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the gearbox malfunction message has appeared with one or more of the following dtcs p176f00, p176e00 or p175e00.
Bulletin:
A351831 2050723-
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the gearbox malfunction message has appeared with one or more of the following dtcs p176f00, p176e00 or p175e00.
Bulletin:
A351832 2051719-
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin contains repair instructions for an oil leak from the bellhousing.
Bulletin:
SM 91-2018
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided.
Bulletin:
A401880
Component:
026000 traction control system
Summary:
Thos bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. this only occurs on uneven roads.
Bulletin:
A911897
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This bulletin contains instructions for when the customer loses audio for the radio after ending an incoming phone call.
Bulletin:
A911898
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This bulletin contains instructions for when the mmi starts in the wrong menu.
Bulletin:
Service Informat
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Page 2 disclosure information changed
Bulletin:
A401881 2044060-
Component:
021300 suspension:front:shock absorber
Summary:
This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.
Bulletin:
2018 A3 e-Tron P
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Reminder section: changed gff statement to the following: all pdi function tests must be run in guided fault finding (gff) using pdi total function test plan only.
Bulletin:
2018 A3-S3 Sedan
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Reminder section: changed gff statement to the following: all pdi function tests must be run in guided fault finding (gff) using pdi total function test plan only.

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