NHTSA vehicle safety data
2018 Audi Q3
The 2018 Audi Q3 has 1 NHTSA recall and 25 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Audi dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2018 Audi Q3, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
NHTSA #19V385000Reported May 23, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
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.
Free manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.