Audi Q3 8U Rear Spindle-Drive / Gas Strut Pair – Tailgate Auto-Lift

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At D2P AutoParts, we supply a high-quality pair of spindle-drive gas struts (springs) for the electric / automatic tailgate (boot) of the Audi Q3 8U. These struts provide the power assistance needed to lift and hold your rear hatch securely, restoring smooth and reliable operation to the tailgate. Over time, original struts can weaken, leading to sagging, slow lifting, or incomplete closing — replacing them helps bring back the correct tailgate feel and ensures long-term reliability.

OEM Number: 8U0827851,

FOR AUTOMATICE LIFT TAILGATE BOOT

Quantity : 2

All our Spindle Drive/Gas Struts Springs Pair For Auto Tailgate Boot For Audi Q3 8U are OEM quality and reliable after market car parts. This Spindle Drive/Gas Struts Springs Pair For Auto Tailgate Boot For Audi Q3 8U is specifically compatible with Audi: Q3, .

Please use our make-model-year tool to check this part's compatibility with your vehicle. However, please note that our tool is for reference only and we recommend that you check the part number on your old unit prior to purchasing.

If you are still not sure about the compatibility of this part to your vehicle, please supply us with the VIN number or Reg number in our live chat or contact form! You can also find details on our purchasing & shipping guide here.

❓ FAQs — Spindle-Drive Gas Struts for Audi Q3 8U Tailgate

1. What are these “spindle-drive” gas struts used for?
These are gas-assisted struts designed for an electric tailgate. They help the tailgate open smoothly and stay open, working in conjunction with the tailgate motor.

2. Which Audi Q3 models are these struts compatible with?
These struts fit the Audi Q3 8U generation (2011-2018), including models equipped with an automatic / power tailgate.

3. What are common symptoms that these struts need replacement?

• Tailgate sags or lowers by itself after opening → “rear liftgate abruptly stops closing” issue reported.

• Tailgate doesn’t open fully / doesn’t stay open

• Strange noises or resistance from tailgate when opening / closing

4. Can I just replace one side, or do I need both?
For balanced performance, we strongly recommend replacing both left and right struts as a pair. Uneven struts can cause misalignment or poor tailgate behaviour.

5. Is it difficult to install these struts?
Installation typically involves:

• Supporting the tailgate safely (it can be heavy)

• Unbolting / unclipping old struts

• Fitting the new ones in the correct spindle / mounting location

• Testing the tailgate’s open and close to ensure proper operation

6. Will replacing the struts fix my tailgate closing problem?
If the issue is due to worn or weak struts, yes — replacing them often resolves sagging or “incomplete close” problems. However, for full reliability, make sure to also check the latch mechanism and tailgate motor.

7. Do I need to reprogram or reset anything after replacing the struts?
After installation, it’s a good idea to cycle the tailgate (open / close) a few times. If your Q3 has a programmable “open height” setting, you may need to reset it to ensure the tailgate closes at the correct point.

8. Are these struts the same as standard boot struts?
No — these are spindle-drive struts meant for power tailgates. They’re designed to work with the electric drive system and may differ in strength / mounting from standard gas boot struts.

9. Does D2P AutoParts provide a warranty?
Yes — these struts are covered by a 12-month parts warranty, giving you reassurance and protection against early failure.

10. Why choose D2P AutoParts for these struts?

• High-quality, power-assist / spindle-drive design

• OEM-style strength and fitment

• Reliable solution for worn or failing tailgate struts

• Experienced UK supplier with warranty and support

1. Standard Shipping (Free) - Please allow 1-3 days for your order to be delivered 
2. DPD Next Day (£4.99) - Please place orders between Monday - Thursday before 4 PM UK time. This service applies to UK Mainland orders only.
3. Royal Mail Special Special Saturday Delivery (£19) - Please place orders between Monday - Friday before 3 PM UK time. 
4. International - Rates vary based on product size. Please enquire for further details. 

We do not provide any guarantees on shipping times, as we are reliant on 3rd parties. However, we strive to ensure that our customers are always satisfied.

All products are protected by a upto 10 year worry-free warranty depending on Part 

Warranty Coverage: Eligibility: To be eligible for 10-year warranty coverage, the car part must be fitted by a certified professional mechanic. Proof of fitment, including the mechanic's certification, must be submitted to Amesplan LTD within 30 days of the part's purchase date. Please send supporting documentation to us via email.In case a purchased product becomes faulty during its warranty period, for reasons unrelated to your acts, omissions or misuse of the goods, you must promptly notify us and fill out a warranty claim form. 

Warranty Non-Coverage: We do not have any liability for any defect arising from normal wear & tear, wilful damage, negligence, tampering of the goods, incorrect fitting of the goods by you and/or a third party. We are also not liable for any abnormal working conditions, alteration or repair of the goods or a failure to follow goods manufacturers' instructions (whether oral or in writing) 

We have a 180-day return policy, which means you have 180 days after receiving your item to request a return. 

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused, and in its original packaging. You will also need the receipt or proof of purchase. 

For All Return buyers pay Return Postage.Returns will only be processed after we receive the approved part and a member of our team fully inspects the returned item & successfully matches the returned part to the return reason. 

For All UK orders, we offer free return. We do not offer any reimbursement of shipping costs for Any orders on original sale like Next Day Postage. 

For All Outside UK order  We do not offer any reimbursement of shipping costs for Any orders on either the original sale or the return. 

Please direct all questions to sales@d2pautoparts.com. 

Damages and issues 
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exchanges 

The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

Refunds 
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund.