2012 Audi Q3
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Audi Q3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 189 on record.
2012 Audi Q3 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Audi Q3 recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Audi Q3.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 140
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 140.
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
Bulletin A0023742052680_4 · Equipment · Oct 2023This bulletin provides instructions for when the anti-theft alarm has gone off for no reason, or did not go off at all. No DTCs are stored.
Bulletin A9623822056019_2 · Electrical System · Feb 2023This bulletin provides instructions for when the exterior trim has spots.
Bulletin A6623942049680_2 · Structure · Jan 2023SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
Bulletin DC_RECALLS · Equipment · Dec 2022This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
Bulletin A1922332061604_5 · Engine And Engine Cooling, Equipment · Nov 2022This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
Bulletin A642285202055211 · Visibility, Equipment · Jul 2022This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
Bulletin A4622312051095_6 · Equipment · May 2022This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
Bulletin A442292202256321 · Steering · May 2022Dealer Communication - Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy Update - Effective September 30, 2021
Bulletin DC 20210928 · Equipment · Sep 2021This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
Bulletin A0021482021205_6 · Structure, Equipment · Jun 2021Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Q3. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Audi Q3
The Audi Q3 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV produced by Audi since 2011. The Q3 has a transverse-mounted front engine. It was unveiled in April 2007 at the Shanghai motor show. A coupe SUV variant has been produced since the second generation, called the Q3 Sportback.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2012 Audi Q3 vehicles on record
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2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U1DR036478
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U5DR039710
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U1CR047978
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U9CR033844
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U2CR051408
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U4DR035891
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U9CR003324
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U6DR045161
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U1DR015467
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U2DR048493
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U7CR027444
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U5CR035297
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U8DR031147
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U3CR023083
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8UXDR009957
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U3CR006588
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U7DR009429
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U9DR040097
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U6DR042096
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U6CR020226
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U2DR007796
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U6CR033820
2012 Audi Q3WAUZZZ8U8DR039863