Model year guide

2024 Audi S3

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2024 Audi S3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2024 Audi S3 — representative photo
Representative photo

2024 Audi S3 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2
Combined26 mpg

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

2024 Audi S3 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2024 Audi S3.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 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.

2024 Audi S3 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Back Over Prevention
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2024 Audi S3 MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,150
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume87 cu ft
Cargo volume8 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Audi S3 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,750
Fuel only$15,750
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
177.2 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
56.3 in
Wheelbase
103.5 in
Curb weight
3,483 lb
Front track
61.0 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2024 Audi S3. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 628

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 628.

This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.

Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026

This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.

Bulletin TSB_2083409_1 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.

Bulletin TSB_2020552_15 · Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · Steering · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information about billing for a broken sunroof glass panel.

Bulletin TSB_2078648_4 · Structure · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, rear parking sensor loose, rear parking sensor fault message.

Bulletin TSB_2068573_6 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.

Bulletin TSB_2030471_9 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when there are stails/marks on the sill panel trim.

Bulletin TSB_2073860_2 · Structure · Sep 2026

Summary of all Vin-4-Pin topics for August Check engine light after charging Rattle noise from sound generator Vehicle sound malfunction warning Oil leak from oil filter drain off valve CEL: P003A00 Turbo Boost control A CEL: P045600

Bulletin AVIN4PIN20260908 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides infomraiton abou the Audi frequency analysis application, which is available in the App Store for Android and Apple phones.

Bulletin TSB_2051095_12 · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S3 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Audi S3

The Audi S3 is a performance version of the Audi A3 small family car, produced by German automaker Audi since 1999. S3 variants of have been produced from the first generation through the fourth generation of Audi A3.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2024 Audi S3 vehicles on record

Other Audi S3 model years

2024 Audi S3 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Audi S3 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2024 Audi S3. 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Audi S3?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2024 Audi S3 get?

The 2024 Audi S3 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (23 city / 32 highway).

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