The Lemon Index2018 Audi Q3. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Wheels | 14% |
| Electrical | 14% |
| Brakes | 14% |
| Airbags | 14% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
19V385000 May 2019 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."
Risk. 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.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Q3 SUV FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Audi Q3 SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | AWD | 20 / 28 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | FWD | 20 / 28 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2015–2018 Audi Q3, 12.5M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Timing chain & engine | 1 | 205K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 5 | 154K |
| Oil changes & service | 4 | 40K |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 3 | 39K |
| Cooling system | 1 | 28K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 2 | 20K |
| Transmission & shifter | 2 | 18K |
| Brakes & ABS | 1 | 5K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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