2012 Audi A3 Technical Service Bulletins

882 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Audi A3. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10190280Apr 1, 2021Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10190274Apr 1, 2021Engine. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10189653Mar 29, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active.
• 10189324Mar 19, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for addressing an insufficient or uneven heating performance from the HVAC system.
• 10189141Mar 9, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for determining if a repair is needed when coolant touches a poly V-belt and/or a toothed belt.
• 10188592Mar 8, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10187575Feb 25, 2021Equipment, Brakes. This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill).
• 10187349Feb 10, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
• 10186994Feb 10, 2021Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
• 10186993Feb 10, 2021Brakes. This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
• 10186992Feb 10, 2021Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10186983Feb 9, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin covers the condition of when license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
• 10186982Feb 9, 2021Wheels. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
• 10187000Feb 4, 2021Equipment. This informational contains instruction on how to document optical concerns for warranty claims.
• 10186945Feb 2, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
• 10186569Jan 25, 2021Brakes. This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
• 10185155Dec 18, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
• 10185224Dec 14, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10182479Nov 4, 2020Equipment. Added Saga Part number for 0W40 oil: SAGA Part: G E55040S0
• 10181060Oct 6, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains repair information for when metallic particles are found in the high-pressure fuel pump.
• 10181059Oct 5, 2020Equipment, Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
• 10180600Sep 30, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. Reminders - TDI Approved Emissions Modifications, Emissions Compliant Repairs, corrections and extended warranty / warranty policy and loaner vehicle overview
• 10180155Sep 24, 2020Equipment, Wheels, Tires. Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
• 10179112Aug 27, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10178548Aug 10, 2020Equipment. Recall Reminder Part Labels
• 10178451Aug 10, 2020Air bags. In conjunction with the Michigan Department of State, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 3,000 Audi owners in the State of Michigan on August 10, 2020.
• 10178559Aug 4, 2020Equipment, Engine. New document
• 10177905Jul 28, 2020Air bags. In conjunction with the County of Fort Bend, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recalll reminder notices to approximately 370 Audi owners in the State of Texas on July 28, 2020.
• 10177406Jul 13, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. This informational bulletin states to not replace parts for the beveling groove as it is normal.
• 10177300Jul 8, 2020Electrical system. This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer.
• 10177295Jul 7, 2020Air bags. In conjunction with the Tennessee DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,300 Audi owners in the State of Tennessee on July 7, 2020.
• 10176945Jun 29, 2020Air bags. In conjunction with the City of Miramar, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 89 Audi owners in the State of Florida on June 26, 2020.
• 10176873Jun 25, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
• 10176940Jun 22, 2020Equipment, Air bags. In conjunction with the City of La Puente, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 45 Audi owners in the State of California on June 22, 2020.
• 10176408Jun 9, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB.
• 10176069May 28, 2020Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database.
• 10176067May 12, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth, one of the following conditions occurs when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book (by using the MMI control knob or the voice recognition system): *The MMI screen goes blank then restarts. *The MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers.
• 10175961May 8, 2020Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean exterior glass.
• 10174949May 5, 2020Fuel system, Engine. The informational bulletin explains why during COVID-19 there is winter-blend fuel during a warmer season and causing some issues.
• 10174563Apr 29, 2020Equipment. Effective immediately, TK Services Inc. will resume scheduling part pick-up from dealerships and service centers.
• 10174559Apr 29, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor in the vehicle.
• 10174390Apr 24, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
• 10174389Apr 24, 2020Electrical system. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10184530Apr 16, 2020Equipment. This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
• 10173838Apr 1, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10172915Mar 23, 2020Air bags. In conjunction with the Nebraska DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 400 Audi owners in the State of Nebraska on March 23, 2020.
• 10172913Mar 16, 2020Air bags. Operational Update - Takata Return Parts Pickup
• 10173425Mar 12, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10172594Mar 6, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10171830Feb 23, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.

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