My 2026 Audi A3's windshield wipers shake, skip, and rub across the windshield, reducing visibility in rain. Even in very light rain, multiple sensor warnings activate. These issues began shortly after leasing the vehicle and continue despite repeated service visits. I am concerned about visibility and safety while driving in rain.
Vehicle safety record
2026 Audi A3 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2026 Audi A3 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the driver assistance (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2025 has 6.
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BFewer problems than a typical A3 year, for its age
#120 most complained-about 2026 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2026 Audi A3 problems
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No recalls for the 2026 Audi A3
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2026 Audi A3. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 2026 Audi A3
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
My Audi automatically applies the brakes while reversing. When this happens, I'm unable to immediately drive the vehicle. This is an ongoing problem that has not been resolved, and I'm increasingly concerned about the safety implications.just recently experienced while making a U turn.
The central locking system in my 2026 Audi A3 fails, causing the vehicle to physically unlock itself after I lock it and leave it parked. The myAudi app sends "Vehicle unlocked" and "Vehicle not fully locked" alerts. On multiple occasions I returned to find the vehicle genuinely unlocked after locking it and leaving the key fob inside my home. A remote lock command through the app returns "Vehicle was locked successfully," confirming the vehicle was physically unsecured. The dealer inspected the vehicle, scanned...
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for faults, operated the locking system, and left it locked for several days but could not duplicate the issue. Audi corporate support acknowledged "abnormalities on the backend" but directed me back to the dealer. The condition is intermittent and occurs after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period. It remains unresolved. Safety risk: the vehicle can be left unsecured while unattended, allowing unauthorized entry or theft. First occurred around 741 miles and continues. The component is available for inspection. No warning lamps appeared; only app messages and physical confirmation. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealer multiple times and is part of an open corporate case.
Audi A3: every year compared
All A3 years2026 Audi A3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Audi A3 | 3 | 0 | B | |
| 2026 Audi A6 Sedan | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2026 Audi Q3 | 6 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2026 Audi A6 Allroad | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2026 Audi A5 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2026 Audi A3
Does the 2026 Audi A3 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2026 Audi A3 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Audi A3?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), driver assistance (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2026 Audi A3 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 29, 2026 and the latest on October 30, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2026 Audi A3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 62 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Audi A3 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi A3 years have the most complaints?
2015 (180), 2006 (123), 2016 (115). See every Audi A3 year compared.
What should I do if my 2026 Audi A3 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data