Model year guide

2004 Audi A3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Audi A3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 389 on record.

2004 Audi A3 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints6

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2004 Audi A3 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2004 Audi A3.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2004 Audi A3 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2004 Audi A3 vehicles on record

2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P45A087032 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P85A104284 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P94A179977 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P95A029045 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P15A064470 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P74A154172 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P84A147229 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P15A040895 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P45A045931 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P85A096297 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P65A060690 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8PX5A046016 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P95A070078 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8PX5A034044 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P35A045774 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P14A175258 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P55A087959 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P55A024201 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P55A079697 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P95A083297 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P84A160207 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P45B001566 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P85A011815 2004 Audi A3WAUZZZ8P35A074854

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2004 Audi A3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Audi A3 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2004 Audi A3. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Audi A3?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are vehicle speed control, fuel/propulsion system, power train.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.