2020 AUDI Q3

2 recalls, 112 complaints - 799 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q3 vehicles. The brake pedal plate can bend or detach under the pressure applied during sudden stopping.

Consequence

A bent or detached brake pedal plate decreases the contact area for the driver's foot and increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate and, as necessary, replace the entire brake pedal, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for th... Read more

313 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SEATS

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2020 Audi Q3 vehicle. The driver's seat frame may have incorrectly been bolted to the seat rail.

Consequence

The incorrect bolt connection could fail, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt connection and, as necessary, replace the seat structure, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72L4.

1 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

112 total complaints 1 fires

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	17
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	16
POWER TRAIN	11
STEERING	10
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	7
SERVICE BRAKES	6
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	2
STRUCTURE:BODY	2

Incident date: Aug 2, 2026

The sunroof leaked during rain causing both known and unknown damage to electrical components in the overhead panel. Lights came on and went off intermittently.

Incident date: Apr 29, 2026

My car will be running fine but the lights on the AC panel wont work. My car will stop and shut down while driving. Ive taken it in for service and they told me my battery cabels were lose. The second time it happened I got a notification of low battery level and it shut off and will not start. I ju... Read more

Incident date: Dec 19, 2025

The following issues occur on a 2020 Acura MDX with low 50k miles, maintenance was done regular whenever a maintenance schedule appear. For the past few years after purchasing the vehicle we started getting a non-start engine with the key fobs and automatic side mirrors did not open or close when pa... Read more

Incident date: Dec 19, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to shift into third gear, the vehicle started shaking abnormally, and the gear shift was difficult to engage, causing the transmission to shift hard. The contact stated that at faster speeds, w... Read more

Incident date: Dec 19, 2025

Incident date: Nov 4, 2025

10/02/23. Recall repair 14M02B was performed by blue Springs Ford, blue springs MO. Milage on car 96,028. Car has had normal oil change by same dealer. Car now at 107,000 miles only slightly over 10,000 miles in two years has same TMC issue but code now is P07A5. Diagnosed by same dealership and be... Read more

Incident date: Aug 21, 2025

I was driving on a highway when my car began to stutter. It felt like the vehicle was struggling to accelerate, so I attempted to pull over to a side street for safety. However, before I could do so, the car completely lost the ability to accelerate and gradually came to a full stop. I managed to ge... Read more

Incident date: Jul 19, 2025

Shuddering starting at 78,000 miles. Needed new torque converter. Common complaint/issue with this model.

Incident date: Jul 4, 2025

All the lights coming on on the dash

Incident date: May 5, 2025

My 2014 Toyota Prius C experienced a complete hybrid inverter failure. The part number of the inverter is the same as the one covered under Toyota’s inverter recalls (such as Recall J0V), yet my VIN is not included. The failure created a serious safety concern, as the vehicle lost power while in m... Read more

Incident date: May 5, 2025

8/14/21 car purchased at Pacifico Ford 9/10/22 broke down, at a red light, car just turned off, had to physically push it off the road and get towed, no warning Rattling engine sounds always while car was running after the first breakdown 2018 EcoSport Recall Item Affected: ENGINE AND ENGINE CO... Read more

Incident date: May 5, 2025

Incident date: Jan 16, 2025

My car is very low miles 2600 and has a clicking sound on the right front CV joint. The Dealer diagnosed and said there is nothing they can do. Honda is aware of it. He said it's a known issue with the Honda Prologue that thousands are affected.

Incident date: Jul 27, 2024

I bought my vehicle in late June and in mid august, we notice the body started becoming rough to touch. It went from smooth and sleek black body to rough and spotty.

Incident date: Aug 9, 2024

Under braking conditions and hitting a bump on a paved road, the vehicle will have a 1 to 3 second momentary loss of braking. At the same time, a grinding noise, similar to (if not the same as) the ABS system is heard, and the VSC light flashes. The occurrence of this problem is unpredictable, the s... Read more

Incident date: Sep 21, 2024

Driving at highway speed, went to accelerate and pass another vehicle on a four-lane highway with my vehicle ending up in the far left lane attempting to pass. Truck lost all power, began to shake violently like it was misfiring, got an illuminated wrench on my dashboard, and at that point began to ... Read more

Incident date: Sep 21, 2024

Incident date: Apr 9, 2024

We have 4 chicco Fit4 car seats for our 2 kids. They were originally purchased in 2020 and 2019. All 4 were replaced by the manufacturer in 2021 and 2022 because the foam headrest padding detached from the base (under normal use). One of the replacements was installed in our SUV at the end of 2022, ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 9, 2024

The hatch struts prevent the hatch door to close due to the broken plastic surrounding the struts. Both struts were replaced a year after the vehicle was purchased brand new and then a year later another broke and now they are broken again and in less than a year they are showing sign of hair line c... Read more

Incident date: Sep 10, 2023

The "distronic" cruise control is so abrupt in its acceleration and declaration that vehicles behind me tend to take evasive action. The car doesn't sense vehicles far enough ahead to take smooth action, resulting in a jarring, favorite, and fearful ride.

Incident date: May 12, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera image became distorted with a rainbow effect while attempting to reverse. The contact stated that the failure was more evident during daylight. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was take... Read more

Incident date: Jun 28, 2023

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the emission system warning light and the throttle control warning light were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle shuddered while being started. The vehicle was... Read more

Incident date: Jun 28, 2023

While approaching a intersection, the vehicles engine stalled. The vehicle shifted itself into neutral. The loss of power in neutral resulted in a loss of power steering and power braking. The vehicle had diminished controls in traffic with 3 occupants. (2 adults, 1 infant.) Vehicle was stopped... Read more

Incident date: Jun 14, 2023

We are not sure what component or system failed or malfunctioned. The truck is available at this time for inspection, there wasn't much left of the truck after it caught on fire. The passengers in the truck were in danger, because they didn't realize the smoke they were smelling was coming from the... Read more

Fire

Incident date: May 16, 2023

PCS failure right when warranty expired. This should have been covered under battery warranty since it is component of charging system. But, Tesla refused to consider this under battery warranty

Incident date: Apr 2, 2023

2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport - while driving the steering wheel locks up and all lights on dashboard come on. Several error messages "Auto Park Disabled", "Speed Control Messaging Unavailable", "Service Antilock Brake System", "Service Transmission Continue in DRIVE. Do Not Shift or Turn Off E... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of coolant, causing the vehicle to overheat. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The safety features were inadvert... Read more

Incident date: Jul 27, 2022

I have experienced twice now that water leaks from the overhead panel and flickering of the overhead lights from the water interfering with the electrical components. It begins to leak from overhead when the car is running and after it has rained. I have read reviews online that this has happened in... Read more

Incident date: Nov 11, 2022

Please investigate the 2020 Audi Q3 and issue a recall - this is a major driver safety issue. I purchased this vehicle new from the Audi Crown Clearwater, FL dealership in late 2019. I am taking it for repair a THIRD time because after it rains, the interior gets flooded with water which pours into... Read more

Incident date: Nov 11, 2022

Incident date: Apr 18, 2022

Had service at 34999 - reported hard shifting between 1st/2nd then revved abnormally high at 32k. Dealer was unable to reproduce during service - appointments are a month out. Car has had propulsion/fuel system not responding at random at various severities and rough idle like the engine was struggl... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2022

Incident date: Jul 8, 2022

Rained. Got into my car and had water dripping down from the lights/dome of the car. Water was short circuiting the lights and they were turning on by themselves. Tried to turn them off but sensors wouldn’t respond. Water was dripping down to the console where the start engine and other controls i... Read more

Incident date: Jul 8, 2022

Incident date: Nov 12, 2021

Every time it rain water comes into the vehicle.So it happen from the overhead panel and it mess with the light and it stay on .So where the lights are the water comes out and falls on the phone charger, usb outlet and the gears parking, drive etc.I took the vehicle to the dealer and the results sta... Read more

Incident date: Feb 12, 2022

While waiting at a signal, i got at message that my maps could not continue because I had no power, then the park assist came on with no explanation. After that, I got the message to put the car in park to prevent it rolling away. I tried to restart, but it would not. As the signal changed and traff... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2021

Brakes and rotors P.s the the pictures I attached are of the new rotors they installed 500 miles ago after they acknowledged that there was a issue Front passenger seat doesn’t lock in position Windows when down they shake when you open and close the doors Shaking when going above 50mph

Incident date: Apr 21, 2021

AS IN PAST INSTANCE RELATED TO THE DIESEL ENGINE FUEL CONSUMPTION CASE, AUDI IS HIDING THE FACT THAT THEIR BRAKE ROTORS FOR THE Q3 2020 MODEL HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE ROTORS ARE PRODUCED WARPED FROM THE FACTORY AND IT MAY CAUSE VARIOUS BREAKING ISSUES AS THE MILEAGE INCREASES, STARTING WITH ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2021

CAR LEASED JULY 2020, HAS 1936 MILES, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON 4/14/21, TOOK TO DEALER , LEFT FOR REPAIR . DEALER STATES 'REPLACE FUEL PUMP MODULE ' REQUIRED . THIS CAR ALSO HAD PROBLEM IN MARCH 2021 WHICH I REPORTED WHERE CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. DEALER SAID SOFTWARE UPDATE WAS REQUIRED FROM R... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2021

Incident date: Feb 21, 2021

WE STOPPED AT AN ALL WAY STOP INTERSECTION AND THE CAR'S STOP-START SYSTEM HAD TURNED OFF THE ENGINE. WHEN THE ENGINE RESTARTED THE ENGINE HESITATED, WARNING LIGHTS LIT UP ON THE DASH, AND THE CAR WENT INTO ITS "LIMP HOME" MODE. WE WERE IN THE PROCESS OF MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN AND THE CAR WOULD NOT... Read more

Incident date: Feb 21, 2021

Incident date: Mar 18, 2021

I PURCHASED MY AUDI 2020 Q3 IN NOVEMBER 2019. SINCE THE PURCHASE, ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE CAR HAS FAILED TO ACCELERATE UNDER VERY SPECIFIC SPEED CONDITIONS. IN EACH CASE, THE VEHICLE HAD SLOWED EITHER DUE TO A SHARP CURVE WHILE ENTERING A FREEWAY OR FOR A SLOWER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF MY VEHIC... Read more

Incident date: Mar 18, 2021

Incident date: Mar 12, 2021

ON FOUR OCCASIONS, THE ENGINE STOPPED WORKING AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT ABLE TO BE TURNED. THIS PREVENTED THE DRIVER FROM MOVING THE VEHICLE FORWARD AND STEERING OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION. IF THE CAR IS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED, THE PROBLEM RESOLVE... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2021

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 AUDI Q3

2020 Audi Q3 SUV AWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	16.4%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 AUDI Q3

799 manufacturer communications from 553 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	149
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	73
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	47
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	44
160000 STRUCTURE	33
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	31
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	29
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	25

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides software update instructions for MIB2+.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record into the PSS Database in instances where there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the panoramic sunroof opening outer perimeter seal is loose.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general troubleshooting for connection complaints related to Apple CarPlay.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information when the rear lid is not closing fully, rear lid lock not engaging in the secondary latch position, DTC B113E29, and B12E015.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

119127 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.

161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.

012000 STEERING:COLUMN

This bulletin provides information when the steering column stop is damaged or missing.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the steering column stop is damaged or missing.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Temp sensor D

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

This bulletin provides information for when the rear lid does not close fully, and the rear lid lock does not engage the secondary latch position; DTCs DTC B113E29, B12E015, B113E07.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the rear lid does not close fully, and the rear lid lock does not engage the secondary latch position; DTCs DTC B113E29, B12E015, B113E07.

072200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the fuel line.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the fuel line.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

This bulletin provides information when the power rear lid cannot be opened; DTC B113E07 and/or B113E29 are stored in the rear lid electronics module.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the power rear lid cannot be opened; DTC B113E07 and/or B113E29 are stored in the rear lid electronics module.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 Charge handle doesn??A???A???A?t release Vehicle will not charge Te

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

020000 SUSPENSION

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information when there is a cracking noise form the front end when changing directions.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for when Apple CarPlay pops up or takes over audio without user intervention in vehicles with the Audi Smartphone Interface.

200000 WHEELS

This bulletin provides information when the wheel arch trim on the front fender is loose.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information for when the low coolant light is illuminated but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a pixel error in the Audi virtual cockpit.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when there is a pixel error in the Audi virtual cockpit.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information pertaining to remote locking and unlocking with Audi connect.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when the parking aid is not working, DTCs B10FA14, B10FA31, B10F804, B10F814, U10FC00 or B15EC14.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer states they receive a low coolant waning in the cluster. Coolant level appears to be full in the reservoir Case does not relate to TSB 2061918 Photo showing reservoir level See e-tron charging questionnaire worksheet 2017-2019 Q7

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

022000 SUSPENSION:REAR

This bulletin provides information when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Fuel pressure low. DTC P008700 Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicl

150000 SEAT BELTS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

020000 SUSPENSION

220000 SEATS

This bulletin requests that technicians create a record in the Pending Service Solutions database in instances where there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 3.0L engine sound

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.

160000 STRUCTURE

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

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when the wireless charging does not work.

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

This bulletin provides information for the Audi pre sense restricted function icon displayed after the engine is started.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.

123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

This bulletin provides information for when the black optic trim is discolored.

061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information for when there is a vehicle start system warning displayed in the instrument cluster; DTC(s) P086D00, P086E00 stored in the ECM.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for when the Virtual cockpit displays a colorful line (pixel error).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when the Virtual cockpit displays a colorful line (pixel error).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information related to the VIN-4-PIN Program.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information related to the VIN-4-PIN Program.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).

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AUDI Q3 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the AUDI Q3 across all model years (2015, 2026).

26 Total Recalls

352 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

7 Reported Crashes

2 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

AUDI Q3 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	1	4	View
2025	1	6	View
2024	2	25	View
2023	1	4	View
2022	5	50	View
2021	2	22	View
2020 (current)	2	112
2019	3	15	View
2018	1	31	View
2017	3	7	View
2016	3	38	View
2015	2	36	View
2008	0	2	View

Other AUDI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
A6	205	2,172	View
Q5	151	1,727	View
A8	138	357	View
Q7	134	1,343	View
A4	129	3,629	View
A7	120	209	View
S6	118	187	View
S3	111	122	View

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