2019 AUDI Q3

The auction record lists a salvage certificate and identifies the primary damage as “FRONT END.” Stage 1’s photo review found visible evidence consistent with the unverified front-end damage code, but noted that the salvage certificate status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The front bumper cover is largely missing, exposing the radiator area and internal front-end components. Remaining sections are detached or hanging, and the center grille and surrounding trim are severely broken or absent. Both front bumper corners have fractured plastic, broken grille bars, detached sections, and damaged mounting features. The front fascia is open and incomplete, with broken plastic supports and irregular mounting areas visible around the exposed radiator assembly. The front edge of the hood is also visibly deformed. The detached bumper cover has a large central opening, fractured edges, separated mounting points, and broken grille and trim pieces. According to the NHTSA VIN decode, this is a 2019 Audi Q3 SUV with all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, automatic transmission, and the S line quattro Premium Plus trim. The vehicle was manufactured by Audi AG in Hungary. NHTSA records list three recalls for this model and year. Recall 21V027000 concerns a steering-rack retaining circlip; the record states that the repair was completed on February 28, 2021. Recall 20V273000 concerns possible improper deployment of the passenger frontal air bag and may require inspection or instrument-panel replacement. Recall 22V815000 concerns the tire-pressure monitoring system and requires a software update. The completion status of the latter two recalls should be confirmed with an Audi dealer using the VIN. Due to the extent of the visible front-end damage, the radiator area, structural supports, steering components, safety systems, and any hidden mechanical or electrical damage should be professionally inspected before purchase.