NHTSA Data Explorer

Audi Q3

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

235

Active records

Recalls

18

Active records

TSBs

1,671

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

7

Crashes

9

Fires

2

Top reported issues — Audi Q3

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Condition issue

69

Operating state

66

Reporting mechanism

56

Driver assistance issue

40

Engine behavior

40

Fluid issue

36

Performance issue

27

Safety restraint issue

22

Infotainment behavior

21

Steering behavior

21

Noise

19

Vibration/harshness

18

Access/entry issue

15

Braking behavior

13

Lighting behavior

12

Powering on/off behavior

12

Electrical issue

11

Starting behavior

10

Safety restraint behavior

7

HVAC behavior

6

Thermal issue

6

Ride/handling behavior

4

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

4

Recent change

3

Smell

3

Communication/network issue

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2015 AUDI Q3

Filed Oct 15, 2026


RIGHT REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM ROTTED OUT AND CAUSED CAR TO LOSE CONTROL AROUND A CORNER 0NTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC ALMOST CAUSING ACCIDENT SERVICE CENTER FOUND BOTH REAR LOWER ARMS TO BE BADLY ROTTED AWAY AND NEEDING REPLACEMENT

2022 AUDI Q3

Filed Oct 10, 2026


I am convinced that the defective cooling system for which there was a class action lawsuit against Audi that included the Q3 through year 2021 persists in the Audi Q3 year 2022. I purchased my Audi Q3 year 2022 in October 2021. Early in my ownership experience I reported to the Dealership that the coolant indicator light flashes on when driving on the highway, but it was explained away as a matter for which not to worry. So, I became accustomed to the indicator light flashing on until the…

2020 AUDI Q3

Filed Oct 7, 2026


Crash

The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 2 MPH, the vehicle started shaking, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The steering wheel was shaking and became uncontrollable, and the vehicle crashed into a parked BMW. Upon research, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V590000 (Steering). The driver left a message. The driver of the BMW was gone when the driver returned. There was damages to the parked…

2020 AUDI Q3

Filed Sep 16, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V590000 (Steering); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.

2022 AUDI Q3

Filed Sep 10, 2026


Description of Safety Failure:I am writing to report a recurring, premature safety failure of the fuel delivery system that poses an immediate risk of engine stalling at highway speeds. The original factory fuel pump failed at approximately 75,000 miles and required replacement. A brand-new replacement fuel pump has now failed prematurely just 30,000 miles later (at 114,000 total vehicle miles).This vehicle's specific failure pattern perfectly mirrors the structural vacuum, pressure…

2015 AUDI Q3

Filed Sep 8, 2026


The rear subframe broke while driving due to rust and corrosion causing the driver side rear wheel to be at an acute angle which caused the car to wobble all over the road. The car is currently not safe to drive.

2024 AUDI Q3

Filed Sep 1, 2026


1 injured
Crash

I am submitting this complaint because I have experienced serious safety-related concerns involving Audi vehicles, and I am extremely concerned that these issues could result in a serious accident, injury, or loss of life. My personal vehicle is a **2024 Audi Q3**, which has experienced safety-related problems involving the braking system, wheel/speed sensors, parking recognition system, and other related vehicle safety and driver-assistance systems. I also want to report a separate and…

2025 AUDI Q3

Filed Aug 31, 2026


I was driving down the highway, roughly 60mph, when my yellow tire pressure warning light came on. The car did not feel any different while driving. I drove for another 5-10 mins when suddenly my car jerked to the left. I let off the gas and slowed to a safe spot to park. That was when I started to smell burning rubber, after I parked I got out and that was when I noticed I was riding on the rim with no tire. Tire is 255/45/R19

2017 AUDI Q3

Filed Aug 24, 2026


I am reporting a serious safety concern involving my 2017 Audi Q3 Premium Plus, VIN [XXX]. The vehicle is experiencing excessive engine oil consumption requiring frequent addition of oil. I reported the oil-consumption problem shortly after purchasing the vehicle. Audi Coral Springs recently diagnosed the vehicle and recommended substantial repairs. The dealership identified a crankcase breather/PCV condition causing oil to enter the intake system and also recommended replacement of the timing…

2021 AUDI Q3

Filed Aug 17, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. The Steering Failure message was displayed. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact's two minor children were seated in the rear seat of the vehicle during the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed with steering wheel sensor…

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.