Audi Q3 recalls

31 official safety recalls for the Audi Q3 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Steering rack mounting bolt may break

    Reported September 11, 2026Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 26V590000208,724 vehicles affected

    A steering rack mounting bolt may corrode and break, which can break the steering rack housing and cause loss of steering control. Dealers will replace the right-side mounting bolt free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
    Consequence
    A broken steering rack housing can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.

  2. Seatbelts may not be secured to the body

    Reported August 14, 2026Model years 2025–2026EU Safety Gate SR/02351/26

    Manufacturing irregularities may leave seatbelts improperly secured to the vehicle body, making their restraint ineffective in a crash and increasing injury risk. The product is recalled from end users.

    Official EU Safety Gate text
    Component
    Injuries
    Defect
    Due to irregularities in the manufacturing process, the seat belts may not be properly secured to the vehicle body. In such cases, the restraint effectiveness of the affected seat belts cannot be relied upon, increasing the risk of injury. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
    Remedy
    Recall of the product from end users
    Notes
    Notified by Germany

  3. Seat belt webbing may not be secured correctly

    Reported August 11, 2026Model years 2025–2026DVSA recall R/2026/325EU Safety Gate SR/02287/262,444 vehicles affected

    The seat belt webbing may not be connected to the vehicle's load-bearing structure and may not restrain the occupant in an accident. The affected belt will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Checking lap belt tensioner
    Defect
    On affected vehicles the seat belt webbing may not be connected correctly to the vehicle's load-bearing structure meaning it would not be able to restrain the occupant in the event of an accident.
    Remedy
    Check the affected seat belt and replace if necessary.

  4. Front seat belt inflator joint may release small parts

    Reported July 13, 2026Model years 2025–2026DVSA recall R/2026/292162 vehicles affected

    A poorly welded joint at the front seat belt retractor inflator may allow small parts to come loose in a crash and injure occupants. The remedy is to replace the affected seat belts.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Replacement front seat belt
    Defect
    On affected vehicles a joint at the pyrotechnic inflator of the front seat belt retractors was not welded correctly presenting a risk of vehicle occupants being injured by small parts coming loose in the event of an accident.
    Remedy
    Replace the affected seat belts.

  5. Sunroof may close when the operator cannot see it

    Reported April 1, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V2090006,077 vehicles affected

    Incorrect software may allow the sunroof to close remotely when the operator cannot clearly see it, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Dealers will update the sunroof control software and owner's manual, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2026 Q3 vehicles. Incorrect software may allow remote sunroof closing from a distance that prevents the operator from clearly seeing the sunroof. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
    Consequence
    Closing the sunroof without the ability to see it can increase the risk of injury to occupants.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the sunroof control module software and the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 57KS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 7, 2026.

  6. Rearview camera image may not display

    Reported February 12, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V08200029,569 vehicles affected

    An error at vehicle startup may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, reducing the driver's rear view and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Tiguan, 2023 Arteon, and 2024-2025 Audi Q3 vehicles. An error may occur in the camera control unit at vehicle startup, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners April 3, 2024, and Volkswagen owners November 18, 2025.Volkswagen owners will receive a second notice once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91NY and (Audi) 90AV.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  7. Passenger air bag may be deactivated

    Reported April 3, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V25100091 vehicles affected

    An electrical connection in the front passenger seat may loosen and deactivate the passenger air bag, which then may not deploy in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the occupant detection system control module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
    Consequence
    A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  8. Front seat backrest frame weld may be faulty

    Reported November 10, 2023Model years 2023DVSA recall R/2023/33139 vehicles affected

    A weld seam on the outer frame of a front seat backrest may be faulty. Inspect the front seats and replace an affected backrest if required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    A weld seam on the outer backrest frame of the front seats may not have been made correctly.
    Defect
    A weld seam on the outer backrest frame of the front seats may not have been made correctly.�
    Remedy
    Check the front seats and if required to replace the affected backrest.

  9. Rear window may not meet quality requirements

    Reported November 18, 2022Model years 2022DVSA recall R/2022/354100 vehicles affected

    The rear window may not meet quality requirements. Its manufacturing date will be checked and the window replaced if affected.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Certain vehicles may have been fitted with a rear window which does not conform to the manufacturer s quality requirements.
    Defect
    Certain vehicles may have been fitted with a rear window which does not conform to the manufacturer�s quality requirements.
    Remedy
    Check the manufacturing date of the vehicle�s rear window and if it is affected replace the window.

  10. TPMS may not detect pressure loss in all four tyres

    Reported October 31, 2022Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 22V815000296,044 vehicles affected

    The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect a loss of air pressure in time when all four tires deflate simultaneously. An undetected sudden pressure loss increases crash risk. Dealers will update the TPMS software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
    Consequence
    An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi’s customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 and 45J8.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  11. Infotainment unit may disable rearview camera display

    Reported October 26, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V8060006,076 vehicles affected

    The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, leaving the rearview camera display inoperative the next time it is started and reducing rear visibility. Dealers will replace the unit free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  12. Rear window may crack or break

    Reported September 19, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V7010004 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing error may cause the rear window to crack or break, leaving loose glass and increasing injury risk. Dealers will check the window's manufacturing date and replace it if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. A window manufacturing error may allow the rear window to crack or break.
    Consequence
    A broken rear window may result in loose pieces of glass and increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will check the manufacturing date of the vehicle's rear window and replace it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2022. Owners may contact Audi 's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 64H4.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  13. Fuel tank vent pipe may be damaged

    Reported September 8, 2022Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 22V67300013,004 vehicles affected

    A damaged fuel tank vent pipe may let fuel spill from the filler neck when the cap is opened, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the pipe and replace the charcoal canister and fuel tank if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. The vent pipe within the fuel tank may have been damaged during fuel tank assembly.
    Consequence
    A damaged vent pipe may allow fuel to spill out of the filler neck when the fuel cap is opened, increasing the risk of an injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the internal vent pipe for damage and replace the charcoal canister and the fuel tank, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20DS.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. High-voltage fuse may have too little extinguishing sand

    Reported April 7, 2022Model years 2020–2022DVSA recall R/2022/0857,312 vehicles affected

    The high-voltage system fuse may have been made with too little extinguishing sand. Insulation will be fitted above the high-voltage battery switching unit.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE FUSE IN THE HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED WITH AN INSUFFICIENT QUANTITY OF EXTINGUISHING SAND
    Defect
    The fuse in the high-voltage system (HV system) in vehicles built within a limited period may have been manufactured with an insufficient quantity of extinguishing sand.
    Remedy
    Insulation must be fitted above the switching unit for the high-voltage battery.

  15. Power unit trim may detach

    Reported March 22, 2022Model years 2020–2022DVSA recall R/2022/0733,524 vehicles affected

    The design trim on the power unit may detach from its retainers. The trim will be removed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE DESIGN TRIM ON THE POWER UNIT CAN BECOME DETACHED FROM ITS RETAINERS
    Defect
    The design trim on the power unit can become detached from its retainers.
    Remedy
    The design trim on the power unit must be removed on the affected vehicles.

  16. Rearview camera image may not display

    Reported February 7, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V064000665 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the rearview image from appearing when reversing, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle. Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles that failed to receive the software update under Recall 21V-825 (91CR). A software error may prevent the rearview image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91DF.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  17. Rear-view camera image may not display

    Reported October 20, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V8250002,857 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the rear-view image from displaying when reversing, reducing the driver's rear view and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  18. Brake pedal connection may come loose

    Reported September 10, 2021Model years 2020–2021DVSA recall R/2021/323EU Safety Gate A12/01389/2122 vehicles affected

    The connection between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose, causing loss of all service braking. The vehicle must not be driven; the connection will be checked and retightened if needed.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE BOLTED CONNECTION ON THE INPUT ROD BETWEEN THE ELECTROMECHANICAL BRAKE SERVO AND BRAKE PEDAL CAN BE COME LOOSE
    Defect
    The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.�
    Remedy
    Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened.

  19. Rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early

    Reported August 5, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V60600045,496 vehicles affected

    The rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the middle rear seat belt assemblies and replace them if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  20. Steering rack circlip may detach and lock steering

    Reported January 27, 2021Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 21V0270001 vehicle affected

    A production deviation may prevent the circlip from engaging the steering rack. It could detach and catch on nearby parts, locking the steering and increasing crash risk. A dealer will replace the steering rack free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2019 Audi Q3 vehicle. Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack.
    Consequence
    The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall was completed February 28, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  21. Brake pedal plate may bend or detach

    Reported December 16, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V786000313 vehicles affected

    The brake pedal plate may bend or detach during sudden braking, reducing the area available for the driver's foot and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the weld and replace the brake pedal if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
    Defect
    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 this recall is 46i7.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  22. Seat frame may not be secured to rail

    Reported October 26, 2020Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2020/30224 vehicles affected

    The driver or front passenger seat frame may not be bolted correctly to its rail. The connection will be checked and the frame replaced if required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT FRAME MAY NOT BE BOLTED CORRECTLY TO THE RAIL ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES
    Defect
    The seat frame may not have been bolted correctly to the seat rail on the driver and/or front passenger side
    Remedy
    Check the affected seat frame connection and replace the frame if required.

  23. Driver's seat frame may be bolted incorrectly

    Reported October 19, 2020Model years 2020NHTSA campaign 20V6440001 vehicle affected

    The driver's seat frame may be bolted incorrectly to the seat rail, and the connection could fail in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will inspect the connection and replace the seat structure if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
    Defect
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  24. Passenger air bag may not deploy through panel seam

    Reported May 13, 2020Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 20V2730003,024 vehicles affected

    The passenger air bag may not deploy properly through the instrument panel seam. In a crash, it may fail to inflate and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect the panel and replace it if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q3 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the instrument panel and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H7.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  25. Front LED turn signal failure may go undetected

    Reported August 7, 2019Model years 2014–2018DVSA recall R/2019/26045,677 vehicles affected

    A front LED turn signal failure may not always be detected in certain circumstances. The on-board supply control unit software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FAILURE OF THE FRONT LED TURN SIGNAL
    Defect
    A failure of the front LED turn signal may not always be detected in certain circumstances
    Remedy
    A software update of the on-board supply control unit

  26. Front turn signal may fail without an indicator warning

    Reported May 23, 2019Model years 2016–2018NHTSA campaign 19V38500023,241 vehicles affected

    If a front turn signal fails, no indicator may alert the driver. The driver may turn or change lanes without signalling, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the body control module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Audi Q3 vehicles equipped with LED headlights. An inoperable front turn signal may not illuminate an indicator, failing to alert the driver to the issue. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    Without an indicator informing the driver of an inoperable turn signal, the driver may turn or change lanes without a signal, increasing the risk of crash.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module (BCM), free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97DK.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  27. Passenger airbag may not deploy

    Reported February 12, 2018Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2018/04458 vehicles affected

    A faulty weld between the detonator and generator may prevent the front passenger airbag from deploying in a collision. The airbag module will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED
    Defect
    A connection between the detonator and generator in the front passenger airbag module may not be correctly welded. Therefore the airbag may not be triggered in the event of a collision.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag module.

  28. Brake lights may not work during emergency parking brake use

    Reported July 7, 2017Model years 2014–2016DVSA recall R/2017/21817,074 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the brake lights from working when the electronic parking brake is used in an emergency. The normal brake lights still work. The software will be updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    BRAKE LIGHTS MAY FAIL WHEN THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE IS OPERATED
    Defect
    Due to a software error the brake lights may not function during an emergency operation of the electronic parking brake. The normal foundation brake lights will still function as intended.
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles update software to correct this.

  29. Brake lights may not illuminate during emergency braking

    Reported June 26, 2017Model years 2016–2017NHTSA campaign 17V40000024,754 vehicles affected

    If the parking brake is used during emergency braking, the brake lights may not illuminate. Vehicles behind may not be warned that the vehicle is stopping, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Audi Q3 vehicles. If the parking brake is used during emergency braking, the brake lights on the vehicle will not activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    A vehicle approaching from behind may not have any warning that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 45G6.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  30. Side marker lights may not illuminate

    Reported September 6, 2016Model years 2015–2017NHTSA campaign 16V64200079,895 vehicles affected

    Software may make the side marker lights inoperative with the parking lights or headlights, making the vehicle less visible at night and increasing crash risk. Dealers will upload revised software, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Consequence
    If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  31. Sunroof may keep closing after the vehicle is turned off

    Reported April 3, 2015Model years 2015NHTSA campaign 15V2000003,646 vehicles affected

    If the vehicle is turned off while the sunroof is closing, it may continue to close, increasing the risk of injury to anyone in its path. Dealers will update the sunroof control module software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured April 4, 2014, to November 5, 2014. If the vehicle is turned off while the sunroof is closing, the sunroof may continue to close instead of stopping. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."
    Consequence
    If the sunroof is closing while the vehicle is shut off and a vehicle occupant is in its path, there is an increased risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof control module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60C1.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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