Audi Q3 recall: Brake lights may fail when the electronic parking brake is operated
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to a software error the brake lights may not function during an emergency operation of the electronic parking brake. The normal foundation brake lights will still function as intended.
- What to do
- Contact a Audi dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles update software to correct this.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to a software error the brake lights may not function during an emergency operation of the electronic parking brake. The normal foundation brake lights will still function as intended.
The fix
On affected vehicles update software to correct this.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 | 1 Oct 2014 | 30 Sep 2016 | 17,074 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 7 July 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.