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2018 Audi Q3 vs 2018 Chevrolet Volt

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2018 Audi Q32018 Chevrolet Volt
NHTSA complaints26218
Recall campaigns12
Service bulletins (TSBs)569848
Investigations02
Crash reports04
Fire reports00
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)2342
Median reported incident mileage25,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentAudi Q3Chevrolet Volt
Electrical System685
Power Train182
Fuel/propulsion System069
Engine749
Service Brakes19
Vehicle Speed Control08
Air Bags42
Steering15

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling610
Check engine light037
Loss of power025

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.