Table 1 shows one common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2021 Audi Q3.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling problems |
My 2021 Audi Q3 SUV had been very dangerous to drive stalling, stopping on the highway and shuttering for about two weeks. While I was going about 70 miles an hour my vehicle stalled. It lead to me almost being killed and rear ended. My vehicle had been displaying a stop start malfunction code and check engine light. I contacted Audi USA roadside assistance. Paloma r. Said they would help and towed me to Audi of jacksonville on atlantic. I was told the diagnosis was $300 and it would go towards fixing the vehicle. However, my vehicle was not fixed properly with them charging me $300 separate from the repair. My total came to $855, they are a scam. Alex told me over the phone that the $300 would apply to the balance. This is extremely deceptive and I feel they should be investigated. I’m still out of a vehicle with no safe way to get around. As soon as I left the dealership the check engine light was back on. It began to steer, and stop turning. Audi know the diagnosis will not solve the real issue. They also included a part on the repair list that was part of a known recall. The national highway of safety has flagged Audi Q3 for coolant leaks and issues. They quoted $657 for a part that would have been covered under a recall. I have a service bulletin. The real issue is listed as a turbo charge replacement which is $3,300. That will not fix my vehicle’s issue and they know it. It’s extremely predatory, after further investigation and research Audi doesn’t have a remedy for the stop start malfunction. Which cause engine failure and a dangerous driving hazard. Audi of America knows the service will not fix the main problem of the stop/start malfunction. Even after $6,500 worth of repairs its false claims and most importantly a waste of money.
1. The car completely stopped on the mass pike in newton (major highway)—could not get it past 65, then it started DE-accelerating and came to a 100% stop. After turning off and on, I was able to get it off the pike and drive under 30mph (with several stalls) to cambridge on back roads. 2. 12/22 the auto stop engaged when I wasn't at a complete stop. I had to manually start the vehicle by putting it in park and starting again. Once it did, there was a lot of lag. 3. In rolling traffic under 10 mph, the accelerator does not engage for a few seconds when lightly touched in order to inch forward. Once it does, the car lurches forward.
Vehicle has a starting error. Dealer fixed p085 with the park neutral module but problems comes back. At stop light vehicle shut down and when brake was released there was a error starting it back up again. Had to put vehicle in park and start it again.