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2015 Audi Q3 Recalls

2015 Audi Q3 Recalls
Updated Jun 2, 2026·Daniel Wilson

Recall Summary

The 2015 Audi Q3 has 3 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

Most are for minor compliance or labeling issues.

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Total Recalls

3
0 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2015 Audi Q3

The 2015 Audi Q3 has 3 recall campaigns on record. Not automatically, but you should still verify that every recall remedy was completed. The 2015 Audi Q3 has 3 recorded recall campaigns, and open work can change the ownership risk materially.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2015 Audi Q3 include VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2015 Audi Q3?

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured April 4, 2014, to November 5, 2014. If the vehicle is turned off while the sunroof is closing, the sunroof may continue to close instead of stopping. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2015 Audi Q3 have?

There are 3 recall campaigns for the 2015 Audi Q3.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

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Are there safety critical recalls for the 2015 Audi Q3?

There are no documented high risk recalls for this model year. However, always confirm remedy availability with a VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
3
Primary source
NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
Workflow
Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification

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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2015 Audi Q3 Buyer's Guide

3 total campaigns

low
ID: 15V200000

Visibility

Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured April 4, 2014, to November 5, 2014. If the vehicle is turned off while the sunroof is closing, the sunroof may continue to close instead of stopping. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

moderate
ID: 16V642000

Exterior Lighting

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

moderate
ID: 16V642000

Electrical System

Software

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."