Buying a used 2019 Audi Q3? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2019 Audi Q3 has 4 recalls in this group. Passenger airbag deployment, unexpected steering rack locking and a listed steering bolt defect are the consequential concerns; tire pressure monitoring software is the other recall area. NHTSA received 10 owner complaints, which are unverified reports, including 3 electrical system, 2 engine and 2 fuel/propulsion system reports. The complaint record lists 0 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries. VIN-specific campaign records should clarify completion of the listed steering work.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify passenger airbag recall completion by VIN.
- Obtain steering rack and listed steering bolt campaign records.
- Confirm tire pressure software completion and ask about electrical or engine faults.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Audi Q3
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q3 Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy Properly | AIR Bags | high |
| Audi Q3 Steering Rack Can Lock Unexpectedly | Steering | high |
| Volkswagen Atlas And Tiguan Steering Bolt May Break | Steering | high |
| Volkswagen and Audi Tire Pressure Monitor Software Issue | Tires | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
10 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| Engine | 2 | None found |
| Fuel System | 2 | None found |
| Structure | 1 | None found |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | None found |