Buying a used 2020 Audi Q3? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2020 Audi Q3 has 3 recalls in this group, covering driver seat bolt failure, a brake pedal plate that may bend or detach, and a listed steering bolt defect. These concern seat attachment, braking controls and steering hardware. NHTSA received 64 owner complaints, which are unverified reports, including 22 electrical system, 20 engine and 10 fuel/propulsion system reports. The record includes 2 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries, without establishing that a recalled defect caused those crashes.
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.
- Obtain driver seat bolt recall completion records.
- Verify brake pedal plate and listed steering bolt recall status.
- Ask for electrical, engine and fuel-system diagnosis records.
- 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 2020 Audi Q3
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q3 Driver Seat Bolt May Fail | Seats | high |
| Audi Q3 Brake Pedal Plate May Bend Or Detach | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | high |
| Volkswagen Atlas And Tiguan Steering Bolt May Break | Steering | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
64 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. 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 | 22 | None found |
| Engine | 20 | None found |
| Fuel System | 10 | None found |
| Steering | 9 | Yes |
| Power Train | 6 | None found |
| Speed Control | 6 | None found |