2016 Audi Q3 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Audi Q3. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (10), Engine (7), Fuel/Propulsion System (4).
Key takeaways
- 29 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 1 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 0 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 10 | 34% |
| Engine | 7 | 24% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | 14% |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 10% |
| Air Bags | 3 | 10% |
| Steering | 2 | 7% |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 7% |
| Structure | 1 | 3% |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% |
| Visibility | 1 | 3% |
| Tires | 1 | 3% |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
Parts for the 2016 Audi Q3
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- Battery
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
- Headlight bulb
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi Q3 SUV FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2016 Audi Q3 SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2026-10-25
Load Gas smell coming from front and inside of car. No leaks on ground under car.
Engine - filed 2026-06-23
The engine oil consumption rate is alarming going thru quarts or entire oil change in a week or two of driving depending how much it was driven. Audi has admitted the pistons are at fault along with piston rings. It is unsafe and can cause engine to seize up and lose control which can lead to dangerous situations or ac...
Unknown Or Other,engine - filed 2026-02-18
To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this communication to you per an attorney referral. I have an Audi that was included in the Turbo Class Action Lawsuit. See [XXX] My VIN was included in the lawsuit. The lawsuit was won on December 4th 2025. The class action lawsuit only covers and reimburses consumers who had paid...
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More for the 2016 Audi Q3
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.