- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Audi Q3 vehicles equipped with LED headlights. An inoperable front turn signal may not illuminate an indicator, failing to alert the driver to the issue. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- Without an indicator informing the driver of an inoperable turn signal, the driver may turn or change lanes without a signal, increasing the risk of crash.
- The fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module (BCM), free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97DK.
Vehicle safety record
2017 Audi Q3 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2017 Audi Q3 with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (2) and the engine & cooling (2). It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in May 2019 for the turn signal. For comparison, the 2016 has 29 and the 2018 has 0.
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CAbout as many problems as a typical Q3 year, for its age
#219 most complained-about 2017 vehicle
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2017 Audi Q3 problems
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2017 Audi Q3 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Audi Q3 vehicles. If the parking brake is used during emergency braking, the brake lights on the vehicle will not activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- A vehicle approaching from behind may not have any warning that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 45G6.
- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.
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8 complaints about the 2017 Audi Q3
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I am reporting a serious safety concern involving my 2017 Audi Q3 Premium Plus, VIN [[redacted]]. The vehicle is experiencing excessive engine oil consumption requiring frequent addition of oil. I reported the oil-consumption problem shortly after purchasing the vehicle. Audi Coral Springs recently diagnosed the vehicle and recommended substantial repairs. The dealership identified a crankcase breather/PCV condition causing oil to enter the intake system and also recommended replacement of the timing chain. The...
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total recommended repairs are approximately $10,000. Audi's current diagnostic scan also identified multiple camshaft/timing-related engine fault codes, including P0011 (camshaft timing over-advanced/system performance), P0341 (camshaft position sensor range/performance), and P000A (camshaft position slow response). I am concerned about continuing to operate this vehicle because the engine is consuming oil at an abnormal rate. If the oil level or oil pressure becomes critically low while the vehicle is being driven, I am concerned about engine damage, engine failure or loss of power while driving and the potential for an engine-related fire. Of particular concern, while researching the vehicle's history I found a previous NHTSA complaint associated with this same VIN describing excessive oil consumption involving the pistons and/or piston rings and expressing concern that the condition could result in an engine fire. That complaint also described EPC/check-engine/low-oil-pressure warnings and stated that approximately $10,000 in repairs had been quoted. I am now experiencing excessive oil consumption in the same vehicle and same VIN, and I have also received an approximately $10,000 repair recommendation. I am requesting that NHTSA review this complaint together with the prior complaint associated with VIN [[redacted]] and determine whether the repeated excessive-oil-consumption condition in this vehicle. Sincerely, [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Local state inspection/repair shop found both front coil springs broken. Car has approximately 60,000 miles. Cost to repair $1600.00.
pistons and/or piston rings cause excessive oil consumption, which can lead to the engine catching on fire. This triggers certain sensors in the car "EPC" "Check engine" and "Turn vehicle off now due to low oil pressure" These sensors turn off and on, which is highly risky. I was quoted 10k in repairs. There was a class action settlement about this specific issue, but my vehicle was not included in the settlement Audi Q3 Quattro Prestige Vin: [[redacted]] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Car is burning oil at a very rapid pace and is causing knocking and seizing of engine. I had my oil changed recently (10K miles I'm supposed to have prior to my next) it was empty after I drove less then 1,000
The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while her daughter was reversing at an undisclosed speed, the horn inadvertently activated and the contact had to disconnect the clock spring fuse to deactivate the horn. Additionally, the steering wheel made clicking noises while turning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the clockspring part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
I lost control over all the functions on my steering wheel, including the horn and the drivers air bag. My mechanic told me, that I needed a new "Clockspring". He called Audi to order the part but Audi confirmed that the part is on back order since last May and that they have no idea when it will be available. Over 4000 people are on the waiting list for that part. I contacted Audi several times, asking if I was expected to drive around without a horn and airbag. I was told not to drive the car if it's not save. Ive been driving around for a few month now without a horn and airbag but I do not feel save.
No steering when car is being driven.
After a small snow fall but wit some icing overnight I turned on the front andback warmers for the windows. As I travelled about 1/2 a mile I heard a "creaking noise" in the back of the vehicle, when I looked up I noticed a crack in the glass backk window and then continued to get bigger and bigger until the entire window was gone. I was told by the dealership that glass is not covered by the manu warranty. This was the first time I'd used the backwindow defroster, needless to say I'm not happ since I've only had my vehiccle since december 26th. I've attached to photos. My car is kept in my fenced in backyard.
Audi Q3: every year compared
All Q3 years2017 Audi Q3 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi Q3 | 8 | 3 | C | |
| 2017 Audi A4 | 84 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A3 | 36 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron | 27 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A6 | 20 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A8 LWB | 6 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2017 Audi Allroad | 2 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A5 | 2 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2017 Audi A7 | 1 | 4 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2017 Audi Q3
Does the 2017 Audi Q3 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2017 Audi Q3: turn signal (May 2019); brake lights (June 2017); software (September 2016). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Audi Q3?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (2), engine & cooling (2), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2017 Audi Q3 had?
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 9, 2017 and the latest on August 24, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2017 Audi Q3 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Audi Q3 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi Q3 years have the most complaints?
2016 (29), 2015 (25), 2024 (18). See every Audi Q3 year compared.
What should I do if my 2017 Audi Q3 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data