NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 Audi S3
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Audi S3 is a compact performance sedan slotting into the competitive entry-luxury sport segment, sitting above the standard A3 with a more potent turbocharged powertrain and a sharper driving character. It targets enthusiast-minded buyers who want genuine performance credentials wrapped in a premium, understated package. From model years 2019 through 2025, MotorCaliber has tracked its safety record closely using federal NHTSA data.
The 2025 Audi S3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally praise the Audi S3 for delivering a refined, engaging driving experience with a premium interior that punches above its price point in the compact luxury sedan segment. Most find it strikes a strong balance between everyday usability and spirited performance, though some note the relatively compact dimensions and a few point to a somewhat conservative exterior design compared to rivals.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.