2006 Audi A3 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 123 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2006 Audi A3, 3% of the 123 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The car swivels sideways even on good, flat roads and at low speeds. It's been happening quite frequently and I don't feel safe driving it, knowing that it can shift to the sides and can hit the car next to me. I've heard this is a cupping or feathering effect and I've read that this particular brand and model is prone to developing such issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10512368, filed 2013-05, 110,000 miles“Chronic tire cupping due to a mismatch between vehicle specifications, such as weight, and suspension type. After experiencing this problem myself and then researching the issue online on multiple discussion boards the same problem is mentioned over and over again. Assessment by experienced mechanic is that cause must be inappropriate suspension system.”
NHTSA complaint #10272929, filed 2009-06, 30,000 miles“Car suspension/setup leads to excessive tire wear. Latest set of tires (falcon) are cupped at 10,000. Has happened to three prior sets of tires (total of 4 sets at 80,000 miles). Dealer claims it is the wrong tire composition, but offers no solution other than buying the expensive continental tiers they sell.”
NHTSA complaint #10368191, filed 2010-11, 80,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10191136Apr 21, 2021This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
- 10127860Jul 12, 2017This informational bulletin contains knowledge on why oil may appear on one or several of the shock absorbers.
- 10123658Dec 18, 2015Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 14-41 dated July 2, 2014. Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers. Oil may appear on a shock absorber As a result of a…
- 10128242Jul 14, 2014Brake-related vibration and pulsation has several causes that depend on driving style and resulting brake disc temperature, as well as environmental conditions. Both the…
- 10066027Jul 9, 2014Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10250959Jul 2, 2014Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
- 10122540Jul 2, 2014Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 13-34 dated September 23, 2013. Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers.
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2006 Audi A3
56 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Audi A3
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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