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ProblemsByVin File / 2020-AUDI-Q3
2020 · audi

audi Q3 problems

2 safety recalls. 62 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
15 reports · avg $850
severe
steering
9 reports · avg $700
moderate
powertrain
6 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
5 reports · avg $450
moderate
engine
4 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
cruise control
3 reports · avg $600
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2020 Q3 · powertrain
DRIVE SYSTEM MALFUNCTION- 05DEC2020 AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE CITY STREET (35MPH) THE SPEED STALLED(DECELERATED) AT 12MPH, I PRESSED ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN IN ORDER TO INCREASE THE SPEED BUT WILL NOT INCREASE. I PULLED TO THE SIDE AND STOPPED AND THEN TURNED OFF…
12/26/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11384966.0
2020 Q3 · steering
VEHICLE MISFIRES/ STUTTERS RESULTING IN THE VEHICLE SHUTTING OFF. DRIVER HAS TO MANUALLY RESTART CAR. THIS CAN BE HAZARDOUS WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC AS THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF. NOT SURE IF THIS IS A FUEL INJECTION ISSUE. I'VE HAD THIS HAPPEN TWICE WHILE ASCENDING A HILL. I…
12/03/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11286753.0
2020 Q3 · steering
THE START STOP FEATURE NEEDS TO BE DEACTIVATED OTHERWISE THE WHEEL LOCKS UP ONCE STOPPED AND VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD ONCE FOOT RELEASES OFF BRAKE. THE VEHICLE SHUTTERED AND RPM DIAL LIT UP AND ENGINE WAS REVVING ONCE START STOP WAS DEACTIVATED. CAR HAD TO BE PULLED OVER…
11/18/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11375280.0
2020 Q3 · electrical
Please investigate the 2020 Audi Q3 and issue a recall - this is a major driver safety issue. I purchased this vehicle new from the Audi Crown Clearwater, FL dealership in late 2019. I am taking it for repair a THIRD time because after it rains, the interior gets flooded with…
11/11/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11493172.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 20V644000 19/10/2020

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

The incorrect bolt connection could fail, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt connection and, as necessary, replace the seat structure, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72L4.
severe NHTSA 20V786000 16/12/2020

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

A bent or detached brake pedal plate decreases the contact area for the driver's foot and increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate and, as necessary, replace the entire brake pedal, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46i7.

Common questions

Is the 2020 Audi Q3 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2020 Audi Q3 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2020 Audi Q3?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 15 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Audi Q3 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2020 Audi Q3?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 62 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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