Audi A3 Cabriolet years to avoid
The Audi A3 Cabriolet years to avoid are 2015 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2019 is the cleanest year on record.
202
Total complaints
11
Recall campaigns
2015–2019
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
A3 Cabriolet years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | High complaint rate | 109 |
Every A3 Cabriolet year
Common questions
What are the worst Audi A3 Cabriolet years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the A3 Cabriolet years to avoid are 2015. The cleanest year on record is 2019.
What is the best year for the Audi A3 Cabriolet?
By complaint volume, 2019 has the cleanest NHTSA record among A3 Cabriolet years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Audi A3 Cabriolet have?
Across all model years, the A3 Cabriolet has 11 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 202 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.