Buying a used 2021 Audi Q3? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2021 Audi Q3 has 3 recalls in this group: rear belts that may not secure child seats, a listed steering bolt defect, and fuel spilling from the filler neck. The record therefore calls for attention to restraint hardware, steering campaign completion and refueling history. NHTSA received 15 owner complaints, which are unverified reports, including 4 fuel/propulsion system, 3 electrical system and 3 engine reports. Reported outcomes include 2 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries.
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 rear seat belt recall completion.
- Obtain VIN-specific records for the listed steering bolt campaign.
- Confirm filler neck recall completion and ask about refueling spills.
- 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 2021 Audi Q3
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi and VW rear belts may not secure child seats | Seat Belts | high |
| Volkswagen Atlas And Tiguan Steering Bolt May Break | Steering | high |
| Audi Q3 fuel may spill from filler neck | Fuel System, Gasoline | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
15 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 2 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 5 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| Engine | 3 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 2 | Yes |
| Steering | 1 | Yes |