2019 Audi Q3 Safety Report
2019 Audi Q3 Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Audi Q3
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Audi Q3. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Low (10) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 0 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Fuel/Propulsion System | Compare fuel/propulsion system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2017 | Compare against the 2017 Audi Q3 with 6 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 Audi Q3 before buying across this generation. |
Audi Q3 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Audi Q3 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Audi Q3 | 62 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Audi Q3 | 25 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Audi Q3 | 13 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Audi Q3 | 6 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Audi Q3 | 27 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Audi Q3 | 19 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2019 Audi Q3 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Audi Q3, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Fuel/Propulsion System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Audi onlyStructure
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Audi onlyElectrical System,Exterior Lighting,Engine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Exterior Lighting,Engine issues Audi onlyForward Collision Avoidance
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Forward Collision Avoidance issues Audi onlyUnknown Or Other
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Audi onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Vehicle Speed Control issues Audi onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Audi Q3
Reliability Score
The 2019 Audi Q3 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2019 Audi Q3
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2019 Audi Q3
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Audi Q3:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System Intermittent fuel pump failures have been reported, potentially leading to engine stalling during driving. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Touchscreen failures and reverse camera unresponsiveness have been reported, affecting driver visibility and safety. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Critical fastener production deviation has been reported, though only one vehicle was affected. |
Low | Occasional | N/A miles |
| Air Bags Front passenger side air bag inflator module issues have been reported, though only for certain Audi Q3 vehicles. |
Medium | Common | N/A miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Audi Q3:
Issues with the fuel pump and drive system have been reported.
Problems with the touchscreen and reverse camera have been reported.
Critical fastener production deviation has been reported.
Front passenger side air bag inflator module issues have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2019 Audi Q3
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Audi Q3 by NHTSA:
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan LWB, Golf Sportswagen A7, Golf Alltrack, Golf R GP, Audi Q3, Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Jetta NF, Jetta GLI, Golf GTI, Atlas, Golf A7, Audi A3, 2020-2021 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021 Atlas FL vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem...
Consequence: An undetected sudden loss of pressure in all four tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the TPMS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audis customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Audi) 45J7, and (VW) 45J6 and 45J8.
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2019 Audi Q3 vehicle. Production deviation in the belt pully can prevent the circlip from properly engaging the steering rack.
Consequence: The circlip can detach and catch on surrounding components, causing the steering system to lock and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall was completed February 28, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.
Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q3 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the instrument panel and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H7.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Audi Q3
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Audi Q3 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q3. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving while it was raining, the contact felt water dripping on her. The contact stated had observed water dripping from the sunroof panel in three places to the gear shift, and the passenger’s and driver’s seats and the floorboard. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the fa...
After multiple attempts to have my 2019 Audi Q3 repaired the vehicle is still sitting at Audi of Columbia with the following issues (leaking water, drainage system is compromised, mold in the roof lining, sunroof is leaking).
Vehicle stalls even while actively engaged in driving. Audi diagnosed performing as designed and advised nothing that they can do until diagnosed as “not performing as designed”. Poses imminent crash issue as vehicle will stall at any time. Please investigate. I am terrified to drive the car from place to place.
While driving, Audi Pre sense warning illuminated on dash, then emergency braking occurred while seatbelt tightened. There were no other cars around (neither in front or on the side) I did not hit anything in the street. Safety put at risk from unnecessary braking. Thankfully no cars were behind me. This did startle me but I maintained proper control of the vehicle.
Vehicle fuel pump fails intermittently even while actively engaged in driving. Engine stalled while driving putting me at risk for an accident. Issue was hard to diagnose because the fault would clear after an episode and reappear 300-400 miles after being driven again. Check engine light appears and then after allowing car to sit for a few hours, the car will start again. Sometimes the check engi...
WITH NO WARNING CAR DIED ON THE FREEWAY IN THE RAIN "DRIVE SYSTEM FAILURE". CAR TOWED TO DEALERSHIP.
WHILE ON THE ROAD, ON THE FIRST MONTH OF DRIVING THE CAR AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2019, THE CAR SLOWED DOWN TO 2-5 MPH WITH A NOTE ON THE DASH SCREEN TO CALL SERVICE. I CRAWLED THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. GAS PEDAL AND BREAKS NOT WORKING, PULLING THE EMERGENCY PARK BUTTON TO STOP THE CAR. IMMEDIATELY BROUGHT TO AUDI SERVICE IN FAIRFIELD CT FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND FOUND NOTHING. EARLY NOVEMBER 2020 THIS HA...
ON THREE OCCASIONS, TOUCHSCREEN FAILED TO TURN ON PREVENTING REVERSE CAMERA FROM ACTIVATING. SCREEN STAYED BLANK OR WAS UNRESPONSIVE FOR SEVERAL MINUTES. VEHICLE WAS BOTH STATIONARY AND IN MOTION -- SWITCHING IN AND OUT OF REVERSE DID NOT RESOLVE ISSUE. *TR
THE CAR HAD AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF SEVERAL TIMES. THIS PAST TIME (WHICH IS WHY I'M REPORTING IT) I WAS DRIVING TO MY OFFICE THAT IS LESS THAN 1.5 MILES FROM HOUSE AND I WAS GOING THROUGH A 4 WAY INTERSECTION AND THE CAR COMPLETED SHUT OFF, STEERING WHEEL LOCKED , BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS LOCKED. IT TOOK SEVERAL MINUTES FOR ME TO GET THE CAR STARTED AGAIN.AND I ALMOST GOT HIT FROM ONCOMING VEHI...
VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTO START/STOP FEATURE. WHEN STOPPED AT STOPLIGHTS, INTERSECTIONS, ETC, THE VEHICLE ENGINE WILL TURN OFF. WHEN DRIVER'S FOOT IS REMOVED FROM BRAKE PETAL, THE ENGINE REACTIVATES. HOWEVER, ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, THE POWER STEERING DID NOT REACTIVATE UNTIL 1-2 SECONDS AFTER THE ENGINE RESTARTS. THIS LEFT ME WITH NO CONTROL OF VEHICLE STEERING (AS I WAS UNABLE TO EASILY TU...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Audi Q3
Has the 2019 AUDI Q3 been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 AUDI Q3 has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 AUDI Q3 have?
The 2019 AUDI Q3 has 10 complaints filed with NHTSA. None of the complaints involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 AUDI Q3?
The 2019 AUDI Q3 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 4/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 AUDI Q3?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 AUDI Q3 involve fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints), structure (1 complaints), electrical system,exterior lighting,engine (1 complaints). Other affected components include forward collision avoidance, unknown or other, power train,electrical system,vehicle speed control.
How many crash reports does the 2019 AUDI Q3 have?
There are no crash reports associated with the 2019 AUDI Q3 in the NHTSA database.
How many fire reports does the 2019 AUDI Q3 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2019 AUDI Q3 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 AUDI Q3?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 AUDI Q3.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 AUDI Q3?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 AUDI Q3.
Should I buy a 2019 AUDI Q3?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 AUDI Q3 is generally recommended. It has 10 complaints, 3 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 AUDI Q3?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 AUDI Q3 are: 1. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2 complaints), 2. STRUCTURE (1 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE (1 complaints), 4. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (1 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints). FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 2 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 AUDI Q3?
Be cautious of potential fuel system and electrical issues, and monitor for recalls related to steering and air bags. The 2019 AUDI Q3 has 10 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2019 AUDI Q3?
The 2019 AUDI Q3 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 10 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 0 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Fuel/propulsion system and Electrical system.
What are the known issues with the 2019 AUDI Q3?
Known issues with the 2019 AUDI Q3 include: Fuel/propulsion system, Electrical system, Steering, Air bags. These are based on patterns found across 10 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2019 Audi Q3?
Common issues include fuel pump failures, electrical system problems like touchscreen and reverse camera issues, and steering and air bag recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2019 Audi Q3?
Yes, there are recalls for fuel/propulsion system, steering, and air bag issues.
What should I do if I experience issues with my 2019 Audi Q3?
Contact your local Audi dealership for inspection and repair, and stay informed about any recalls.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential fuel system and electrical issues, and monitor for recalls related to steering and air bags.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Audi Q3
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Audi Q3. The data includes 10 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2019 Audi Q3 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 4 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13