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2019 Audi Q3: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

3Safety recalls
10Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
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The 2019 Audi Q3 has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

2019 Audi Q3 safety record graphic showing 3 recalls, 10 owner complaints and 5-star overall NHTSA rating.
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Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2019 Audi Q3 has 3 safety recall campaigns and 10 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. 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

STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Campaign 21V027000 · 27/01/2021

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.

RiskThe circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyAudi 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.
2

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Campaign 20V273000 · 13/05/2020

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.

RiskIn 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.
RemedyAudi 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.
3

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Campaign 22V815000 · 31/10/2022

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."

RiskAn undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers 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.

What owners complain about

The systems 2019 Audi Q3 owners report most often to federal regulators:

Electrical System3
Engine2
Fuel2
Propulsion System2
Structure1
Exterior Lighting1

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Audi Q3 have any recalls?

Yes. The 2019 Audi Q3 has 3 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 2019 Audi Q3 owners report?

Owners have filed 10 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2019 Audi Q3, most often about the electrical system, engine, fuel.

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