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2015 Audi Q3: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

2Safety recalls
22Owner complaints
NHTSA overall
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The 2015 Audi Q3 has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 22 owner complaints on file. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

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Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2015 Audi Q3 has 2 safety recall campaigns and 22 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Q3 had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Campaign 16V642000 · 06/09/2016

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."

RiskIf the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyAudi 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.
2

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Campaign 15V200000 · 03/04/2015

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."

RiskIf 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.
RemedyAudi 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

The systems 2015 Audi Q3 owners report most often to federal regulators:

Engine8
Fuel5
Propulsion System5
Air Bags3
Suspension3
Unknown Or Other3

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Audi Q3 have any recalls?

Yes. The 2015 Audi Q3 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2015 Audi Q3 owners report?

Owners have filed 22 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2015 Audi Q3, most often about the engine, fuel, propulsion system.

How do I check a specific Q3's history?

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