Audi Q2: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 18,596 Audi Q2 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2016 and 2026.
In a sample of 394 cars, 36.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (14% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 7 recalls for this model; 0.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.9% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 14% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 11.2% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 7.9% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 4.6% |
| Tyre damaged | 3.3% |
| Headlight with different beam pattern incorrectly aimed | 0.8% |
| Tyre bulging | 0.8% |
| Brake lining carrier/fixing touches drum or disc | 0.8% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 0.8% |
| Tyre pressure monitoring warning indicates a fault | 0.8% |
Share of 394 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 7.9% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 5.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.8% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 18,596 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2016 to 2026 |
All Audi Q2 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-20 | electrical system | – | 1 |
| 2020-12-18 | brakes | serious | 219 |
| 2020-04-06 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 0 |
| 2018-11-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 45 |
| 2018-10-25 | brakes | serious | 357 |
| 2018-03-19 | windows and wipers | serious | 3 |
| 2017-11-22 | suspension | serious | 1 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Audi Q2 fail the APK?
In a sample of 394 cars first registered 2012–2021, 36.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Audi Q2?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (14%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (11.2%), tyre tread depth insufficient (7.9%).
Does the Audi Q2 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 7 recalls. 0.3% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Audi models
A3 · A4 · A1 · A6 · Q3 · Q5 · Q4 · A5 · E-Tron · TT · Q7 · Q8 · Q6 · A2 · SQ5
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.