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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions answered

What are the known NHTSA recalls for a 2021 Audi Q3?
The NHTSA has issued 13 recalls that affect the 2021 Audi Q3 and related model years, covering lighting, turn signals, brake lights, sunroof control, seat fasteners, brake pedal plates, airbags, steering rack, and software updates. These recalls include exterior lighting and software issues that can make side marker lights or turn signals inoperative, brake-light software that may not activate under some emergency conditions, sunroof control software, seat-bolt and brake pedal inspections, and an airbag/instrument panel inspection; Audi North Atlanta can verify and support free repairs.
How do I check if my 2021 Audi Q3 has an open recall?
You can check your VIN on NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to Audi North Atlanta and we will check it for open recalls at no charge. To confirm and book a free inspection or to have remedies applied, please schedule service with our factory-trained technicians; we also offer service financing if you need payment options.
How much does a 2021 Audi Q3 recall repair cost?
Manufacturer recall repairs are performed at no cost to the owner—recall repairs for the 2021 Audi Q3 are free under the manufacturer's program. Audi North Atlanta uses OEM parts and factory diagnostics for recall repairs and posts limited-time offers under our service specials when additional maintenance is needed; we also provide service financing to help if non-recall work is requested.
Can I get my 2021 Audi Q3 recall fixed at an independent shop or do I need a dealer?
Recall repairs must be performed by an authorized dealer to ensure manufacturer documentation and warranty compliance; a certified franchise dealer like Audi North Atlanta is the safest choice for recall work. Our technicians are factory-trained, use OEM diagnostic tools, and will perform free recall repairs while maintaining manufacturer records—book a free check by clicking to schedule appointment.
How long does a 2021 Audi Q3 recall repair take?
Repair time varies by recall but most software updates and inspections take under a few hours; some parts repairs or replacements may require longer scheduling. When you contact Audi North Atlanta in Roswell, GA we’ll provide an estimated turnaround during booking—use our schedule service page to reserve a time and ask about expedited options and courtesy transportation.
Does an open recall affect my 2021 Audi Q3's trade-in or resale value?
An unresolved recall can negatively impact trade-in and resale value because buyers and dealers often verify recall status before purchase. Resolving recalls at Audi North Atlanta protects your vehicle's value; to get an appraisal after recall repair, visit our trade-in page at value-my-trade.
Can I fail a state inspection because of an unresolved 2021 Audi Q3 recall?
Some recalls that affect lights, turn signals, or brake lights can cause inspection failures in certain states if safety systems are not functioning properly. To avoid inspection issues in Roswell and the greater Atlanta area, bring your vehicle to Audi North Atlanta for a free recall check and repair—use our schedule service link to book an appointment.
2021 Audi Q3 Recall Summary
These recall summaries are drawn from NHTSA records. If your 2021 Audi Q3 is affected, Audi North Atlanta in Roswell, GA will perform the remedy at no cost. To protect safety and value, please schedule service promptly.

Recall Service & Dealership Highlights

Safety Risks You Can't Ignore

The safety of drivers and passengers is the top priority at Audi North Atlanta. Many of the NHTSA recalls affecting the 2021 Audi Q3 relate directly to visibility and occupant protection: exterior lighting and turn-signal software can make side marker lights or front turn signals inoperative, which reduces nighttime visibility and increases crash risk; brake-light software issues can prevent brake lights from illuminating during emergency stops when the parking brake is used; and sunroof control software errors can cause the sunroof to continue closing if the vehicle is turned off, risking injury. Other recalls include potential seat-bolt misassembly and brake pedal plate concerns that could compromise occupant restraint performance during a crash. Ignoring known defects can increase accident risk, reduce insurance recoverability in a claim, and negatively affect inspections or liability. Our factory-trained technicians prioritize safety checks and corrective action under the manufacturer recall program, and all recall repairs for the 2021 Audi Q3 are performed free of charge using OEM parts and documented in manufacturer records. If you suspect any issue, please schedule service with our certified team and review current offers under our service specials.

Your Certified Recall Experts

Audi North Atlanta is your local certified Audi dealer serving Roswell, Alpharetta, and the greater Atlanta area for manufacturer recall service near Roswell. Our technicians are factory-trained and equipped with OEM diagnostic tools and genuine Audi parts to ensure recall remedies meet manufacturer standards and preserve warranty and resale value. We understand NHTSA recall processes and follow required repair procedures—whether that means a software update, module replacement, or component swap, every step is performed strictly to factory specification and logged with the manufacturer. Scheduling a free recall repair at our Roswell service center guarantees the work is performed by trained technicians who can answer safety questions, provide documentation, and handle parts sourcing when replacements are required. For convenience we offer a comfortable service experience, transparent communication, loaner and shuttle options when available, and service financing to help with any non-recall maintenance you choose to address alongside the free recall fix. To check recalls and schedule appointment, contact Audi North Atlanta today.

Check Your VIN Today

If you own a 2021 Audi Q3, checking for open recalls is quick and important: use your vehicle identification number (VIN) at NHTSA.gov or bring your vehicle to Audi North Atlanta and we will verify open campaigns at no charge. When you arrive, our team will inspect the relevant systems—lighting, body control module, sunroof control, seat connections, brake pedal welds, steering rack, and airbag/instrument panel areas—then apply manufacturer-approved fixes or software uploads. Typical software updates and inspections often take a few hours, while parts replacements may require a short wait for availability; we will provide a realistic timeline when you schedule service. We also document all work in manufacturer systems so your vehicle's recall history is clear for future resale or inspection purposes. Audi North Atlanta serves Roswell and surrounding communities and stands ready to complete free recall repairs with OEM parts, factory tools, and trained technicians.

Protect Your Resale Value

Unresolved recalls can reduce trade-in offers and complicate private sales because many buyers and dealers check NHTSA records and manufacturer databases before purchase. Completing free recall repairs through a certified dealer like Audi North Atlanta proves the vehicle is safe and manufacturer-maintained, protecting resale value and simplifying future transactions. For the 2021 Audi Q3, documented recalls include lighting, braking indicator, sunroof, seat fastener, brake pedal, steering rack, and airbag/instrument panel items; having those items remedied at an authorized service center demonstrates you took proper care to resolve safety issues. After completing recall work, we can provide an updated service history and help with appraisal questions—start by visiting our online trade-in page at value-my-trade. Audi North Atlanta’s factory-trained technicians use OEM parts and manufacturer diagnostic records, giving buyers confidence and preserving the vehicle’s market value in Roswell, Alpharetta, and the greater Atlanta area.
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Recall Summary

13 recalls found · All repairs FREE

Exterior Lighting

FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

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, La

Consequence

If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.

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Exterior Lighting2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

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, La

Consequence

If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.

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Sun Roof1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

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

Consequence

If the sunroof is closing while the vehicle is shut off and a vehicle occupant is in its path, there is an increased risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the sunroof control module software, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60C1.

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Seat1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling one 2020 Audi Q3 vehicle. The driver's seat frame may have incorrectly been bolted to the seat rail.

Consequence

The incorrect bolt connection could fail, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt connection and, as necessary, replace the seat structure, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72L4.

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Brake Pedal1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q3 vehicles. The brake pedal plate can bend or detach under the pressure applied during sudden stopping.

Consequence

A bent or detached brake pedal plate decreases the contact area for the driver's foot and increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the weld between the brake pedal and the brake pedal plate and, as necessary, replace the entire brake pedal, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46i7.

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Turn Signal3
FREE3 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

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

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.

Corrective Action

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.

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Brake Light2
FREE2 OPEN RECALLS

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Audi Q3 vehicles. If the parking brake is used during emergency braking, the brake lights on the vehicle will not activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, Lamps

Consequence

A vehicle approaching from behind may not have any warning that the vehicle is stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 45G6.

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Air Bag1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

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.

Corrective Action

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.

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Steering Rack1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

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.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 48P7.

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Software1
FREE1 OPEN RECALL

Defect

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, La

Consequence

If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.

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