NHTSA model-year recall report

2018 Audi Q3 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

May 23, 2019

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Audi Q3 average of 2.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2018 Audi Q3 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V385000

Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported May 23, 2019

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Audi Q3 vehicles equipped with LED headlights. An inoperable front turn signal may not illuminate an indicator, failing to alert the driver to the issue. 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."

Safety consequence

Without an indicator informing the driver of an inoperable turn signal, the driver may turn or change lanes without a signal, increasing the risk of crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the body control module (BCM), free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97DK.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Audi Q3 model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2018 Audi Q3 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Audi Q3 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2018 Audi Q3. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2018 Audi Q3?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology