2018 Audi S3 Technical Service Bulletins

655 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Audi S3. 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.

• 10231011Jan 24, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for when faint images appear on the windshield from the production sticker, or an image of the suction cups used to install the windshield in production.
• 10231016Jan 23, 2023Body and structure. This bulletin provides instructions for when the exterior trim has spots.
• 10230976Jan 20, 2023Vehicle speed control. This bulletin provides instructions for when a vibration is felt in the floor, seat, footwell, pedals or steering wheel while driving at highway speeds from 55 - 80 mph.
• 10231069Jan 19, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10231061Jan 19, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10230646Jan 17, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for when the customer advises that there is insufficient or uneven cabin heating from the HVAC system.
• 10231029Jan 12, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10230614Jan 11, 2023Engine cooling, Steering. This bulletin provides instructions for when the clutch slips when pulling away, or the gearbox malfunction appears in the instrument cluster, or the vehicle shudders when shifting to odd-numbered gears with various DTCs stored in the TCM.
• 10230790Jan 9, 2023Equipment. This bulletin advises that the MMI screen may freeze, or go blank and then restart when a special character like a symbol or emoticon is used in the name field for contact(s).
• 10230850Jan 5, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10230641Jan 5, 2023Body and structure. This bulletin provides instruction for when a customer advises that a visible line of corrosion is forming in the roof.
• 10230640Jan 5, 2023Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the zirconium inserts found to be not firmly attached during service work.
• 10230589Jan 3, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions for when the MIL is on and DTC P044200 and/or P045600 is stored in the ECM.
• 10228815Dec 22, 2022Electrical system. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10228803Dec 19, 2022Equipment. SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
• 10228787Dec 9, 2022Latches, locks and linkages. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10226838Nov 18, 2022Brakes. This bulletin provides instructions to address rattling/grinding noises from the front end.
• 10227171Nov 17, 2022Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin contains guidance for submitting warranty wiring repairs.
• 10226248Nov 15, 2022Fuel system, Other or unknown. This bulletin describes the appropriate repairs in instances where an oil leak is found near the transmission oil cooler.
• 10227012Nov 4, 2022Equipment. This bulletin states that due to a software malfunction in Apple iOS Version 16.0.x there are restrictions with bluetooth connection.
• 10225530Oct 27, 2022Equipment. If DTC P044200 or P045600 are present, the GX36 may need to be replaced.
• 10225450Oct 19, 2022Equipment. Dealer Communication - Important Update about 69BY
• 10224791Oct 12, 2022Equipment. This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking or squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle. This only occurs on uneven roads.
• 10220368Sep 14, 2022Fuel system. This bulletin advises to replace the EVAP LD Pump if DTC P044200 or DTC P045600 are present under specific circumstances.
• 10220388Sep 13, 2022Equipment. This bulletin offers further guidance regarding diagnosis and system information for vehicles with a 48 V electrical system.
• 10220366Sep 13, 2022Equipment. This bulletin provides detailed instructions for diagnosis when DTC P0A7D00 is present.
• 10218600Aug 19, 2022Electrical system. This bulletin contains information for diagnosing the Start/Stop system.
• 10217895Aug 11, 2022Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
• 10217903Aug 9, 2022Body and structure. This bulletin advises that noises from the trunk lid struts heard during operation are normal and no repair is required.
• 10216843Jul 29, 2022Steering, Suspension. This bulletin states to lightly lubricate the contact surface between the buffer stop for the shock absorber, and the front shock absorber cap to address cracking noises/spring jumps when steering or maneuvering.
• 10216490Jul 19, 2022Equipment, Steering. This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
• 10216047Jul 14, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10216008Jul 11, 2022Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. This bulletin describes the appropriate repairs in instances where an oil leak is found near the transmission oil cooler.
• 10216044Jul 5, 2022Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
• 10214737Jun 9, 2022Electrical system, Other or unknown. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
• 10214460Jun 9, 2022Body and structure, Suspension. This bulletin addresses a cracking noise from the front end when changing direction.
• 10214454Jun 7, 2022Equipment. This bulletin describes a reporting program for Audi certified technicians.
• 10214475Jun 3, 2022Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
• 10212144May 23, 2022Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when the message "Audi pre sense currently restricted. See owner's manual" is displayed in the instrument cluster without DTCs.
• 10212117May 14, 2022Electrical system. Mobile Service Opportunity – Battery Module Control Unit Software 93N6 + other campaigns
• 10211721May 10, 2022Steering. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
• 10211898May 6, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements.
• 10210575Apr 28, 2022Brakes. This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC B116831 is stored in the ABS module with several warning lamps.
• 10210528Apr 16, 2022Equipment. This informational bulletin explains why the version information pops-up.
• 10210526Apr 16, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor from the heating and ventilation system.
• 10210511Apr 15, 2022Engine cooling. This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.
• 10210532Apr 14, 2022Electrical system, Exterior lighting. This bulletin contains information for when the messages appear in the instrument cluster about the high beam assist and/or traffic sign detection with DTC C12B3FD.
• 10210527Apr 14, 2022Electrical system. This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
• 10210524Apr 14, 2022Equipment. This is an informational bulletin containing information about the outside temperature reading.
• 10210446Apr 14, 2022Engine cooling. This bulletin advises to install a damper weight on the shaft of the front driver's side axle to address a concern of a whining/howling noise that may be heard in the engine compartment.

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