Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron, across 3 model years (2016–2018). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No A3 Sportback E-Tron model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 A3 Sportback E-Tron: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2016 A3 Sportback E-Tron: 2 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 A3 Sportback E-Tron | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2017 A3 Sportback E-Tron | 2 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2016 A3 Sportback E-Tron | 2 | 3 | — | Tires |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (2), 2016 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.