2020 Audi Q3 recalls

3 safety recalls, 66 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

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3Recalls
66Complaints
3Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2020 Audi Q3 recall list

Steering recall

26V-590
September 11, 2026 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Tiguan, 2018-2019 Atlas, and 2019-2021 Audi Q3 vehicles. One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break. If this happens, the steering rack housing can break.
Safety risk
A broken steering rack housing can result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right-side steering rack mounting bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2026. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 48LG and 48VT. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 16, 2026.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

20V-786
December 16, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q3 vehicles. The brake pedal plate can bend or detach under the pressure applied during sudden stopping.
Safety risk
A bent or detached brake pedal plate decreases the contact area for the driver's foot and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Seats recall

20V-644
October 19, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2020 Audi Q3 vehicle. The driver's seat frame may have incorrectly been bolted to the seat rail.
Safety risk
The incorrect bolt connection could fail, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
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.

2020 Audi Q3 owner complaints

66 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System22
Engine20
Unknown or Other18
Steering11
Fuel/Propulsion System10
Power Train6
Vehicle Speed Control6
Service Brakes5
Exterior Lighting4
Structure4

Recent complaints

October 7, 2026SteeringCrash

The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 2 MPH, the vehicle started shaking, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The steering wheel was shaking and became uncontrollable, and the vehicle crashed into a parked BMW. Upon research, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V590000 (Steering). The driver left a message. The driver of the BMW was gone when the driver returned. There was damages to the parked BMW.

September 16, 2026Steering

The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V590000 (Steering); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.

August 3, 2026Unknown or Other

The sunroof leaked during rain causing both known and unknown damage to electrical components in the overhead panel. Lights came on and went off intermittently.

May 3, 2026Tires

Last week 4/28/26, I purchased four Crossclimate 2 235/50R19 tires from Costco in [XXX] . Order #XXX. My question is two of the tires do not have a DOT number on the side wall. Two tires have DOT [1426] Along with [047X]. The other tires only have [047X]. No week or year of manufacture. Those tires appear to have a white powdery coating on the sidewall. I asked the technician at Costco about the missing DOT date on two of the tires. He didn't seem to know what I was taking about. Is it legal to sell tires without the DOT manufacturer date? Are theses tires safe to drive? Thanks for taking time to answer this question. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5

January 22, 2026Exterior LightingStructureUnknown or Other

I purchased this vehicle new in June 2020. Since January 2022, it has experienced recurring water intrusion into the passenger cabin during heavy rain. Water leaks from the ceiling around the overhead console near the front reading/map lights. During heavy rain, water pools and causes the interior lights to turn on unexpectedly while driving. Generally, the lights cannot be turned off or immediately reactivate, creating a safety hazard at night. Water also drips onto the infotainment screen and center stack controls. To try to protect interior electronics, I have used absorbent materials to cover the center stack while parked and to wipe water while driving, which is distracting and unsafe.

2020 Audi Q3 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2020 Audi Q3 SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2020 Audi Q3: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning no. Rollover risk: 16.4%.

2020 Audi Q3 recall FAQ

Does the 2020 Audi Q3 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2020 Audi Q3. The most recent, filed September 11, 2026, concerns the steering.

What are the most common 2020 Audi Q3 problems?

Owners have filed 66 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (22 reports), followed by engine.

Is the 2020 Audi Q3 safe?

The 2020 Audi Q3 earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2020 Audi Q3?

Contact any authorized Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.