Audi Q3 S Tronic Gearbox Problems
I have a 2015 7 speed dsg that has randomly lost drive since new.
Audi q3 s tronic gearbox problems. It combines the convenience of an automatic with the efficiency of a manual transmission while adding its own dynamic touch. The audi q3 is a small suv with an upmarket design and interior which goes head to head with the bmw x1 and mercedes gla advertisement audi q3 suv 2011 2018 owner reviews. What to look for when buying a audi q3 2011 2018 covering common problems to check for and overall vehicle reliability. A reader has the opportunity to buy her company car but is concerned that its dual clutch automatic gearbox could be prone to problems.
This s tronic transmission unit fitted to high performance audi s with the 0b5 dl501 direct shift gearbox dsg is a very common failing mechatronic control unit. Having said that s tronic failure in the b8 s4 is sadly a bit of a known issue common falure with pre facelift 2012 boxes so i d be kicking up a real stink with audi. Audi have a number of confusingly named gearboxes. It has had the mechatronics replaced for loss of drive the dual clutch assembly replaced for shuddering and loss of drive as well as countless adjustments resets and softawre.
Very reliable requires fluid and filter change every 120k miles. Tiptronic traditional auto. The s tronic dual clutch transmission is a successful technology.