NHTSA Data Explorer

Audi Q3 Quattro

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

322

Active records

Recalls

18

Active records

TSBs

1,713

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

8

Crashes

14

Fires

4

Top reported issues — Audi Q3 Quattro

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Condition issue

89

Operating state

88

Reporting mechanism

65

Driver assistance issue

47

Engine behavior

43

Fluid issue

41

Performance issue

32

Noise

28

Safety restraint issue

24

Braking behavior

23

Vibration/harshness

23

Steering behavior

22

Infotainment behavior

20

Lighting behavior

18

Access/entry issue

16

Electrical issue

14

Starting behavior

12

Powering on/off behavior

10

HVAC behavior

8

Thermal issue

8

Safety restraint behavior

7

Recent change

6

Smell

5

Communication/network issue

4

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

4

Wiper/washer behavior

3

Ride/handling behavior

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2016 AUDI Q3

Filed Jun 23, 2026


The engine oil consumption rate is alarming going thru quarts or entire oil change in a week or two of driving depending how much it was driven. Audi has admitted the pistons are at fault along with piston rings. It is unsafe and can cause engine to seize up and lose control which can lead to dangerous situations or accidents. I was never informed with a class action settlement from Audi. I have lived at the same address for 21 years. I never received a letter from Audi of the class action…

2017 AUDI Q3

Filed Jun 18, 2026


Local state inspection/repair shop found both front coil springs broken. Car has approximately 60,000 miles. Cost to repair $1600.00.

2022 AUDI Q3

Filed Jun 3, 2026


Dear Sir or Madam: I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2022 Audi Q3 involving water intrusion from the sunroof. At approximately 41,000 miles, approximately a month ago, water began leaking through the front edge of the sunroof despite the sunroof never being opened prior to the issue. The leak was not caused by clogged drains or lack of maintenance. Water entered through the overhead console, resulting in failure of the interior lighting system causing lights to flicker on/off…

2021 AUDI Q3

Filed Jun 3, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q3. The contact stated while attempting to refuel the vehicle, fuel spilled out of the filler neck and fell onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V673000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was…

2015 AUDI Q3

Filed May 31, 2026


Vehicle: 2015 Audi Q3 | Engine: 2.0L TFSI 4-Cylinder Turbo Component: Engine Complaint Description: While driving on the interstate at highway speed, the red oil pressure warning light illuminated suddenly and without prior warning. The standard low oil level warning light did NOT illuminate prior to the failure. Oil level was verified as correct and within specification at the time of failure. The vehicle suffered a complete and catastrophic engine failure due to oil starvation and rod…

2015 AUDI Q3

Filed May 6, 2026


I am reporting that authorized dealer Audi Knoxville (Harper Auto Square) is KNOWINGLY AND WILLINGLY attempting to force me to operate an unsafe vehicle. Following an intake manifold repair, the dealership’s service staff identified carbon buildup and fouled spark plugs as a necessary repair, while the manufacturer (Audi of America) has reclassified it as 'maintenance' to avoid coverage. Because this critical 'top-end' work remains incomplete, the vehicle is at high risk for catastrophic…

2022 AUDI Q3

Filed May 6, 2026


Coolant leak was detected, multiple cracks in water pump. Once fixed 2 days later coolant got into wiring harness and caused multi system failure, car stalled on the freeway. Cost over $5k to fix at certified Audi dealer. Recall only covered until year 2021 and I have a 2022 model

2020 AUDI Q3

Filed May 3, 2026


Last week 4/28/26, I purchased four Crossclimate 2 235/50R19 tires from Costco in [XXX] . Order #XXX. My question is two of the tires do not have a DOT number on the side wall. Two tires have DOT [1426] Along with [047X]. The other tires only have [047X]. No week or year of manufacture. Those tires appear to have a white powdery coating on the sidewall. I asked the technician at Costco about the missing DOT date on two of the tires. He didn't seem to know what I was taking about. Is…

2022 AUDI Q3

Filed Apr 21, 2026


Vehicle was serviced in 2025 for an electrical issue impacting multiple electrical components of car. Approximately one year later the car is back in the shop for both an electrical issue causing lane departure and now lane keep assist to trigger an error. I was told by the local dealership that it is likely related to an electrical module underneath the bumper of the rear of the car. The dealer is franchise and does not share records with other Audi dealerships and therefore unable to evaluate…

2022 AUDI Q3

Filed Apr 19, 2026


When I go to fill up gas in my car when its nearing empty, I put the hose in to fill it up and it stops almost immediately. Sometimes it leaks out.

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.