2022 Audi Q3 Problems & Complaints

Avoid3.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the Q3 at the same age

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the 2022 Audi Q3 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 3.1× as many as a typical Q3 model year at the same age, which makes the 2022 one of the Q3 years to avoid. The most reported problem area is the driver assistance (13 complaints, typically around 10,000 miles). 5 recalls cover this model year.

34complaints
5recalls
1crashes
0fires
2injuries
0deaths

Most common 2022 Audi Q3 problems

  • Driver assistance~10,000 miles
    1338%
  • Electrical system
    926%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    926%
  • Other / not specified
    515%
  • Engine & cooling
    39%
  • Equipment & accessories~10,000 miles
    39%
  • Brakes
    26%
  • Wheels & tires
    13%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    13%
  • Lights
    13%
  • Body & structure
    13%

Share of the 34 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Audi Q3 complaints by model year

2015201620172018201920202021202220242026242882610661534186
Owner complaints per model year, Audi Q3. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Q3 years: 2017, 2019. Years to avoid: 2020, 2022, 2024, 2016, 2018. Compare all years →

2022 Audi Q3 recalls (5)

Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (touch)screen/monitor/unit

NHTSA recall 22V-806 · Oct 26, 2022 · 6,076 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

Visibility › Glass, side/rear

NHTSA recall 22V-701 · Sep 19, 2022 · 4 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. A window manufacturing error may allow the rear window to crack or break.

Remedy: Dealers will check the manufacturing date of the vehicle's rear window and replace it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 11, 2022.

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage

NHTSA recall 22V-673 · Sep 8, 2022 · 13,004 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Audi Q3 vehicles. The vent pipe within the fuel tank may have been damaged during fuel tank assembly.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the internal vent pipe for damage and replace the charcoal canister and the fuel tank, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022.

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

NHTSA recall 22V-064 · Feb 7, 2022 · 665 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi Q3 vehicles that failed to receive the software update under Recall 21V-825 (91CR). A software error may prevent the rearview image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

NHTSA recall 21V-825 · Oct 20, 2021 · 2,857 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

What 2022 Audi Q3 owners say

Driver assistance

The contact owns a 2022 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment screen went blank, causing the rearview camera to become inoperable. The dealer and Audi at New Orleans (3400 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002) were made aware of the failure. The dealers informed the contact of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V806000 (Equipment, Back Over Prevention) which included the VIN, and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not yet received notification of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 9,700.

10,000 miles · Dec 2022

The infotainment system is damaged resulting in the display screen being blacked out. All of the safety features including rearview camera, parking assistance, Hands-free phone, and all other vehicle settings are not available. There are multiple warning notifications on the dashboard indicating a malfunction in the interior lighting, lane change, and parking systems. Even before the screen went out the rear camera would malfunction when the vehicle is in reverse. The sensor would cause the vehicle to abruptly brake even though there was no obstruction behind. The display failed on October 16, 2022. I took the vehicle into the Audi dealership for service on November 29,2022, however technician was not able to provide any information due to the manufacturer not having a solution to the recall. There is no estimated resolution date nor is there a remedy available for this issue. …

Assist · Oct 2022

Electrical system

Dear Sir or Madam: I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2022 Audi Q3 involving water intrusion from the sunroof. At approximately 41,000 miles, approximately a month ago, water began leaking through the front edge of the sunroof despite the sunroof never being opened prior to the issue. The leak was not caused by clogged drains or lack of maintenance. Water entered through the overhead console, resulting in failure of the interior lighting system causing lights to flicker on/off and water dripping directly onto me, the driver, while operating the vehicle. These issues created a significant distraction and potential safety hazard, especially during night driving. The dealership diagnosed the issue and confirmed that the repair required modification of the sunroof assembly and track to correct a water intrusion problem. This was not a routine maintenance issue. …

May 2026

Vehicle was serviced in 2025 for an electrical issue impacting multiple electrical components of car. Approximately one year later the car is back in the shop for both an electrical issue causing lane departure and now lane keep assist to trigger an error. I was told by the local dealership that it is likely related to an electrical module underneath the bumper of the rear of the car. The dealer is franchise and does not share records with other Audi dealerships and therefore unable to evaluate the problem with the prior Audi dealer who identified and repaired the first issue impacting multiple sensors. I was told this current issue seems to be related to a component underneath the harness of the rear bumper, but may be impacting other electrical systems.

Apr 2025

Fuel & propulsion system

My 2022 Audi Q3 was recalled for a safety recall related to a fuel tank internal vent pipe. I took my car to the dealer for the recall and after inspection I was told that my car did not exhibit the defect stated in the recall and did not need repair. Approximately 15 months later (total mileage 14962) the check engine light came on and after taking to the dealer for inspection I was told that the issue was with the fuel system but there was no repair currently available and that Audi was aware of the problem and would contact me. They deleted the code that would trigger the check engine light for this problem. Out of sight of of mind. If the initial recall was a safety issue and if the same or similar problem persists without subsequent recalls or repairs I am concerned for my safety and the safety of my family.

Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2022 Audi Q3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V673000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for the recall repair; however, the contact was informed that parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The vehicle remained at the dealer awaiting parts for the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted and was unable to confirm when the parts would become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Sep 2022

2022 Audi Q3 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo8-speed automaticAWD23 / 30 / 26

EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Audi Q3 a good car?

Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Q3 rates avoid: 3.1× as many complaints as a typical year of the Q3 at the same age. It is one of the Q3 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Audi Q3?

The driver assistance — 13 complaints, 38% of all complaints for this model year, most often about warnings. Next are the electrical system (9) and fuel & propulsion system (9).

How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q3 have?

There are 5 recalls for the 2022 Audi Q3, the most recent from October 26, 2022 (video (touch)screen/monitor/unit). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Audi Q3?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017 and 2019. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2020, 2022, 2024, 2016 and 2018. See the full Audi Q3 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2022 Audi Q3 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 10,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.