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2004 Audi A3 problems

The most common problem on the 2004 Audi A3 is acceleration and speed control. It has fewer complaints than a typical A3 model year.

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Year score
94/100
Owner complaints
6
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
63
Worst area
Acceleration

The worst 2004 Audi A3 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Acceleration
    2
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Acceleration
    2
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Tires
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Audi A3 63

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2004 Audi A3 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 16, 2018 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · SC

Reading my e-mail notification from the federal safety agency I found that the recall no. 17v‑509 issued to vwgoa may affect and apply to our car (audi a3 my 2004 engine 2.0 fsi) since it has the same failed part on its structure (1k0 906 093 f). Checking the engines list originally on the recall report from august 16th 2017 I've found the same part number installed in our car and even form the same supplier (kuhnke automotive gmbh). It's not a new car but considering it's a potential failure to occur while the car is running since the installed part number is the same, the risk of a vehicle crash is present accordong to the declaration in the safety recall report. How should I contact audi in mexico or USA to ask for the necessary investigation or actions? Of course it0's out of warranty period but the risk could be present in my car.

Filed Mar 10, 2004 · Transmission · VA

Transmission failure--locked out of reverse.

Filed Mar 5, 2004 · Lights · MA

Blinding glare from the hid headlights, coupled with use of "fog lights" when no fog present. I find it harder each year to drive at night due to the situation which often cause you to loose sight of the road ahead. The hid lights mayu be within "spec", but perhaps the spec for hid liughts should be changed.

Filed Feb 3, 2004 · Acceleration · 2,500 miles · GA

When driving at a moderate speed vehicle accelerated on its own. Driver had to put vehicle in neutral and apply the brakes in order to get the vehicle to slow down, and eventually to stop.

Filed Nov 11, 2003 · Tires · 16 miles · PA

Gentlemen, purchase a new 2004 audi a4, drove off the lot and traveled approximately 3 blocks before the right rear tire blew out! Turns out a flat 3" piece of metal completely pierced through the tire and wheel! This car was ordered with a 18" wheel and tire package called the "ultra sport package." audi customer service was not interested in looking into this unusual occurrence beyond talking to the dealers service manager. I explained to them that I have been in the auto business for many years and have never seen such unusual wheel damage. I have since found out that I am the second person with nearly identical wheel failure at the same dealership! I contacted audi again and informed them of my findings. They still showed no interest. I informed audi's representative that I would be contacting your department and ended the conversation. It is my believe that the 18" wheels on my car are unsafe and do not meet federal impact standards. The dealership employee who informed me of the "other person's wheel issue" will not come forward for fear of loosing his job. Something is definitely wrong with this picture. Please feel free to contact me at any time.

Filed Oct 16, 2003 · Acceleration · 2,800 miles · NY

Car will totally fail to accelerate. Pressing the gas to the floor results in almost no movement. This happens after hitting the brakes and then the gas, usually during routing traffic or an avoidance maneuver. This will get someone (me) killed.

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Questions about the 2004 Audi A3

Is the 2004 Audi A3 reliable?

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2004 Audi A3, fewer than a typical A3 model year.

What is the 2004 Audi A3 year score?

The 2004 Audi A3 scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Audi A3: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Audi A3?

Acceleration and speed control, with 2 complaints. Next is fuel system (1).

How many recalls does the 2004 Audi A3 have?

No recalls on record.

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