2021 Audi Q3 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Audi Q3. The most-reported areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (4), Electrical System (3), Engine (3).
Key takeaways
- 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 2 involve a crash, 0 a fire, 2 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 | 27% |
| Electrical System | 3 | 20% |
| Engine | 3 | 20% |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 13% |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 13% |
| Steering | 1 | 7% |
| Fuel System | 1 | 7% |
| Gasoline | 1 | 7% |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7% |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 7% |
| Tires | 1 | 7% |
| Seats | 1 | 7% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Audi Q3 SUV AWD | 5/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Steering - filed 2026-08-17
The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. The " Steering Failure " message was displayed. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The contact'...
Fuel System, Gasoline - filed 2026-06-03
The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q3. The contact stated while attempting to refuel the vehicle, fuel spilled out of the filler neck and fell onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The con...
Fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2025-05-30
I am reporting a recurring fuel system defect affecting my Audi Q3, consistent with Safety Recall 20YF – Suction Jet Pump. The problem began as difficulty refueling and now mirrors an identical issue I experienced with a previous Audi A3, which ultimately leaked fuel severely both while driving and when parked. That in...
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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.