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2020 Audi Q3 Research

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2 Recalls
62 Complaints
5★ Safety Rating
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Year Overall Front Crash Side Crash Rollover
2020

⚠️ NHTSA Recalls (2)

The following safety recalls have been issued by NHTSA for the Audi Q3. If you own this vehicle, check your VIN at our VIN lookup tool or NHTSA.gov to see if your vehicle is affected.

2020 Model Year (2 recalls)

Campaign #20V786000 16/12/2020
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

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.

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

Fix: 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.

Campaign #20V644000 19/10/2020
SEATS

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.

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

Fix: 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.

💬 Consumer Complaints (62)

Real complaints filed with NHTSA by Audi Q3 owners. These reports help identify common issues and potential safety concerns.

Most Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4
SERVICE BRAKES 4
STEERING 3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2
STRUCTURE 2
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 2
2020 model • EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER • 12/19/2025

I purchased this vehicle new in June 2020. Since January 2022, it has experienced recurring water intrusion into the passenger cabin during heavy rain. Water leaks from the ceiling around the overhead console near the front reading/map lights. During heavy rain, water pools and causes the interior lights to turn on unexpectedly while driving. Generally, the lights cannot be turned…

2020 model • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • 11/04/2025

I purchased my 2020 Audi Q3 in August of 2020. I am submitting this complaint regarding the recurring and unacceptable issue with my Audi. In February of 2023 my vehicle started shaking and stalled while driving. I could not restart for awhile, after a few minutes it restarted. I took it to Audi and they verified that the output of…

2020 model • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • 08/21/2025

Rear hatch randomly operable / inoperable. "Reset" computer without success. Dangerous situation as anything inside hatch is not not accessible. Was told by Audi that the entire rear hatch latch system needs replacement and this is "a common issue"...

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