2018 Audi Q3
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 26
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 26 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 64 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 34 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 18 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
7 of 26 total reports mention: engine.
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On 5/18/2026 my wife left home to run an errand in our newly purchased 2018 Audi Q3.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-03
Electrical system
6 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.
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The entire air conditioning system had to be replaced at the tune of $2422. The car is only 5 1/2 years old and it was not covered under warranty.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-02
Air bags
4 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.
Tires
2 of 26 total reports mention: tires.
Wheels
1 of 26 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Audi Q3. The contact stated that there was a failure with the dimension of the tires pertaining to a caster diagnosis. The color green displayed if the tires were balanced and aligned correctly when installed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-14
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2019-06-21Exterior lighting19V385000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Audi Q3 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V385000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Audi Q3 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi Q3?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Audi Q3 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.