How many fuel system complaints does the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet have?

NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 model year, which is 17% of the 87 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet?

Yes, two recalls apply: 16V647000, covering a suction pump inside the fuel system, and 15V229000, covering fuel pump inspection and replacement.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure among these complaints is 56,061 miles.

Did the fuel system problems cause any crashes or fires?

No. NHTSA data for these complaints shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does the 2015 A3 Cabriolet compare to other years for this problem?

The 2015 model has 15 fuel system complaints (17% share), higher than 2016's 8 complaints (22% share), 2017's 3 complaints (12% share), and 2018's 1 complaint (8% share).

2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 17% of that year's 87 complaints, with a median failure mileage of 56,061. Two recalls (16V647000 and 15V229000) cover a faulty suction pump and fuel pump on this fuel system.

Fuel System complaints: 15; 17% of 87
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 56,062 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicles lose power or stall unexpectedly while driving, sometimes at low speed or on the highway, and are unable to restart.
Owners report the high pressure or low pressure fuel pump failing, causing no-start conditions or the engine to shut off and immediately cut power again.
Some drivers notice a strong fuel odor inside the cabin or fuel leaking onto the ground while the vehicle is parked or being refueled.
A high-pitched noise from the fuel pump precedes stalling in some cases.
Owners describe fuel door or fuel actuator sticking, and a faulty adapt system solenoid and charcoal canister tied to a fuel leak.
Several complaints note that dealers say the vehicle's VIN is not covered under the existing NHTSA recall campaigns despite matching symptoms.

When 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 2, 2015, latest Jul 31, 2023.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2015 to Jul 2023; peak Jan 2015 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet

NHTSA 16V647000Sep 7, 2016Fuel System110,042 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions (EVAP) system.
Risk: As fuel accumulates in the EVAP system, it may leak out through the charcoal canister filter element. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suction pump, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298, Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 20Y6 and 20Y5. This recall has been fully superseded by recall 24V-110.
NHTSA 15V229000Apr 17, 2015Fuel System6,205 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Golf, and GTI manufactured on February 17, 2014, to May 22, 2014, and Audi A3 manufactured on February 16, 2013, to April 23, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle will not start, or if the engine is running, it will stop and the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi at 1-800-253-2834.

Fuel System complaints by A3 Cabriolet model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201515 (17%)
20168 (22%)
20173 (12%)
20181 (8%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet have?: NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 model year, which is 17% of the 87 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet?: Yes, two recalls apply: 16V647000, covering a suction pump inside the fuel system, and 15V229000, covering fuel pump inspection and replacement.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure among these complaints is 56,061 miles.
Did the fuel system problems cause any crashes or fires?: No. NHTSA data for these complaints shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does the 2015 A3 Cabriolet compare to other years for this problem?: The 2015 model has 15 fuel system complaints (17% share), higher than 2016's 8 complaints (22% share), 2017's 3 complaints (12% share), and 2018's 1 complaint (8% share).