NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Audi Q3 Safety Record
The 2026 Audi Q3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Audi Q3 enters the market without federal crash-test data. NHTSA has not conducted evaluations for this model year, leaving its Safety Index uncalculated and star ratings unassigned. The record shows a singular recall campaign and one owner complaint reported to NHTSA, indicating a light burden of issues. However, the absence of crash-test performance results means this data offers neither an endorsement nor a warning regarding the vehicle's safety.
The 2026 Audi Q3 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and is classified in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Audi Q3?
The 2026 Audi Q3, without federal crash test ratings, offers an incomplete safety profile. Its "Light" burden band suggests a low volume of recalls and complaints. One recall addresses remote sunroof software, a minor issue unrelated to vehicle operation. However, a single owner complaint cites problems with Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure systems. These active safety features are critical for accident prevention, and this complaint highlights a potential concern. Shoppers are advised that while prior Q3 model years (2022-2025) achieved Safety Index scores of 86 to 90, these results do not apply to the 2026 model. Without specific crash test data for the 2026 Q3, conclusions about its structural integrity and occupant protection cannot be drawn.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Audi Q3 have any recalls?
The 2026 Audi Q3 carries one NHTSA recall campaign, targeting the sun and moon roof assembly. The issue involves incorrect software that may allow the sunroof to be closed remotely from a distance, raising a potential entrapment concern. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data available for this campaign, but owners should verify current remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup.
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY26V209000
Risk: Closing the sunroof without the ability to see it can increase the risk of injury to occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will update the sunroof control module software and the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 57KS. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 7, 2026.
Reported 2026-04-01
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Audi Q3?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2026 Q3. The alleged concerns touch two components: Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure. These are unverified consumer allegations reported to NHTSA and have not been confirmed as defects or linked to any crash, fire, injury, or fatality in the current record.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Audi Q3?
The 2026 Q3 carries a specific recall for its sunroof software, a critical point for any prospective owner. Before purchase, buyers should verify the VIN of any unit under consideration through nhtsa.gov to confirm the recall's status.
- The 2026 Q3 has no NHTSA crash-test score or star ratings for this model year, so structural and occupant-protection performance is federally unscored.
- The one active recall for this model year targets sunroof assembly software that may allow unintended remote closing, and owners should confirm remedy status via the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
- The sole owner complaint on file alleges concerns with Forward Collision Avoidance and Lane Departure systems, though these remain unverified allegations with no reported crashes, injuries, or fatalities in the current record.
- Tested sibling years of the Q3, covering 2022 through 2025, received Safety Index scores ranging from 86 to 90, but those scores belong to those specific model years and cannot be applied to the untested 2026 vehicle.
FAQ2026 Audi Q3 safety questions
Was the 2026 Audi Q3 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Audi Q3 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2026 Audi Q3. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Audi Q3?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2026 Audi Q3. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi Q3 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.