Is the 2017 AUDI Q3 safe to drive?

The 2017 AUDI Q3 has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE recall for the 2017 AUDI Q3? (Campaign #16V642000)

The side marker lights on your vehicle are important for visibility at night. In some 2015-2017 Audi models, the software controlling these lights can malfunction, causing them to turn off when the parking lights or headlights are on. If the side marker lights are off, your vehicle may be harder to see at night, which could increase the risk of a crash. Your Audi dealer will update the software in your vehicle to fix the issue, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

NHTSA Campaign 16V642000 Recall Details

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

What Happened

The side marker lights on your vehicle are important for visibility at night. In some 2015-2017 Audi models, the software controlling these lights can malfunction, causing them to turn off when the parking lights or headlights are on.

Risk if Unfixed

If the side marker lights are off, your vehicle may be harder to see at night, which could increase the risk of a crash.

Free Fix

Your Audi dealer will update the software in your vehicle to fix the issue, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

Campaign 16V642000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Affected Vehicles