2015 Audi Q3 recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Audi Q3; the most frequently affected component is electrical system — software. Owners filed 23 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 7 model years of this model in the database, 2015 ranks #3 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints23

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Recalls (2)

Electrical system — SoftwareCampaign 16V642000 · 06 Sep 2016

Problem: 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."

Risk: 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.

Visibility — Sun/moon roof assemblyCampaign 15V200000 · 03 Apr 2015

Problem: 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."

Risk: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 23 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine8 · 35%

Fuel/propulsion system5 · 22%

Suspension4 · 17%

Unknown or other3 · 13%

Air bags3 · 13%

Steering2 · 9%

Power train2 · 9%

Electrical system2 · 9%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Audi q3 when it rains water leaks somewhere in the back of my car most likely the sunroof and it's not draining properly so the seatbelts are all soaking wet. My car smells musty and moldy. I have read that there are several people with the same issue.
Unknown or other · Dec 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

I have 2015 Audi Q3 is very unsafe suspension. The rear lower arm worn out & unsafe to drive & very dangerous, risk to Accident. Under 98,000 miles & the lower control get Rusty & almost to split in half. The Audi Dealership should have a Recall to this Vehicle & is Unsafe to drive it to all Consumers like me. I keep…
Suspension · Dec 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

On the passenger door, the aluminum wrap that covers the interior door handle used began to peel at the crease. When i reached to open my passenger door from the inside, the aluminum deeply cut my finger. The vehicle was parked and turned off.
Structure · Jul 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle started shaking uncontrollably. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to…
Suspension · Oct 2023 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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