I purchased an audi because I thought I was buying quality. I have a broken hing on my glove box that rarely is used (est $450), oil leak from a cam shaft chain adjuster seal (est $517), broken trunk bin (est $675), and now a radio that doesn't work and audi wants ($1,900) so I can get radio reception. I am shocked these items have already worn out on a car that has only 50,500 miles and is only used for pleasure. *Tt
Vehicle safety record
2003 Audi Cabriolet Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2003 Audi Cabriolet with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (2) and the engine & cooling (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Cabriolet year, for its age
#266 most complained-about 2003 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2003 Audi Cabriolet problems
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No recalls for the 2003 Audi Cabriolet
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2003 Audi Cabriolet. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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5 complaints about the 2003 Audi Cabriolet
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I have a 2003 audi a4 cabriolet 3.0 With cvs transmission. I have replaced one transmission at a cost of over 7,500 dollars. The car only had 65,000 miles on it and had always been maintained by audi dealership in toronto , canada. The dealer tried to get out of paying for the repair and after several arguments only partially covered the costs. The car now has 110,000 miles on it and again I am experiencing transmission issues. The prnd lights flash back and forth and the transmission is wining and shaky at...
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certain speeds. Obviously audi has done a poor job of designing this transmission and repair costs are ridiculous. I have also had several electrical issues with dash board lights , brake lights burning out regularly and power steering pump replaced. My advice. Don't but an audi unless you plan on selling it before the warranty is up and if you like sarcastic treatment at dealership level then these cars are for you. *Tr
2003 Audi a4 cabrio. Very low mileage, low use. Rear window delaminates from canvas roof, rain water comes in & shorts electrical system. *Tr
When this cars gas tank goes below a half tank, the gas chamber does not allow gas to flow into the tank. For some reason,the gas pump releases or worse the fuel overflows. The safety or risk here is that one can get stranded, be in a strange town, far from home late at night, without the ability to fill the tank. I have reported this problem to my local dealer on many occasions but without any resolution. *Jb
2003 Audi a4 cabriolet steering was extremely noisy from date of purchase on. Gradually got worse. Steering column was replaced by audi service 3 times to no avail. At one point, a total failure of the power steering caused dangerous driving conditions. Audi mechanics and dealer admitted to faulty power steering in some a4 cabriolet models but will not officially acknowledge. After almost 4 months I'm still waiting for a replacement car. *La
Audi Cabriolet: every year compared
All Cabriolet years2003 Audi Cabriolet vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Audi Cabriolet | 5 | 0 | C | |
| 2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet | 215 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2003 Audi A4 | 215 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Audi A4 Avant | 215 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Audi Allroad | 85 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Audi A6 | 71 | 7 | D | Compare |
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 48 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2003 Audi TT | 18 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2003 Audi A8 | 8 | 1 | B | 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 2003 Audi Cabriolet
Does the 2003 Audi Cabriolet have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2003 Audi Cabriolet 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 2003 Audi Cabriolet?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (2), engine & cooling (1), equipment & accessories (1).
How many complaints has the 2003 Audi Cabriolet had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 13, 2003 and the latest on May 23, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2003 Audi Cabriolet a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Audi Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet years have the most complaints?
1996 (8), 2003 (5), 1995 (3). See every Audi Cabriolet year compared.
What should I do if my 2003 Audi Cabriolet 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