Worst 2004 Audi A3 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
Fuel System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Audi A3.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting:Fog Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — |
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2004 Audi A3 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Audi A3 reliable?
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Does the 2004 Audi A3 have any recalls?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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