Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net loss	$ (71,383)	$ (91,222)
Other comprehensive loss:
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(109)	(519)
Change in defined benefit liabilities, net	(140)	66
Total comprehensive loss	(71,632)	(91,675)
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	(162)	(89)
Comprehensive loss attributable to Exide Technologies	$ (71,470)	$ (91,586)