2026 Audi Q3
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2026 Audi Q3 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.
2026 Audi Q3 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2026 Audi Q3 recalls 1
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2026 Q3 vehicles. Incorrect software may allow remote sunroof closing from a distance that prevents the operator from clearly seeing the sunroof. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Fix: Dealers will update the sunroof control module software and the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 57KS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in…
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.
2026 Audi Q3 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2026 Audi Q3 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2026 Audi Q3 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2026 Audi Q3. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 75
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 75.
This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.
Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.
Bulletin TSB_2083409_1 · Sep 2026This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.
Bulletin TSB_2020552_15 · Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · Steering · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information about billing for a broken sunroof glass panel.
Bulletin TSB_2078648_4 · Structure · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.
Bulletin TSB_2030471_9 · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information when the front assist intervenes.
Bulletin TSB_2081074_2 · Electrical System · Sep 2026This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database when whirring/humming noises are heard from the are of the steering column/dash panel.
Bulletin TSB_2083284_1 · Steering · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information regarding driver assist systems: emergency assist intervention.
Bulletin TSB_2081476_3 · Electrical System · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information when there are stails/marks on the sill panel trim.
Bulletin TSB_2073860_2 · Structure · Sep 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Q3 ICE AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2026 Audi Q3. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Accessories
Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could allow you to close the sunroof remotely without the key fob being near the vehicle. Canadian regulations require the key fob to be in or near the vehicle when closing the sunroof. Safety Risk: A sunroof that can be closed without the key fob in or near the vehicle could create a risk of injury. Corrective Actions: Audi will n…
Transport Canada #2026157 · Apr 2026Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
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.
2026 Audi Q3 vehicles on record
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