2000 AUDI A6
4 recalls, 201 complaints - 124 TSBs
20V056000 Jan 31, 2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.
06V198000 Jun 5, 2006
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, CERTAIN CONNECTOR PINS IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONNECTOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT. NOTE: VEHICLES WITH XENON LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT AFFECTED BECAUSE THE CIRCUIT IN THESE VEHICLES CONTAIN... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD LEAD TO OVERHEATING OR FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS BY INSTALLING A JUMPER WIRING HARNESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
04V133000 Mar 18, 2004
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER'S KNEES PUSH AGAINST THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT) LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD, IT CAN CONTACT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR.
Consequence
A FIRE COULD ORIGINATE IN THE LEFT DASHBOARD AREA.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVERING ON THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT). IN ADDITION, THE WIRING HARNESS AS WELL AS THE FELT PROTECTOR ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD CARRIER WILL BE CHECKED, AND REPLACED IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT AUDI AT 1-80... Read more
01V157000 May 3, 2001
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SULFUR IN FUEL INTERACTS WITH CERTAIN ADDITIVES FOUND IN WIDELY AVAILABLE GASOLINE CAUSING SULFUR TO BECOME DEPOSITED ON THE CONTACT POINTS OF THREE FUEL SENDING UNITS MOUNTED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS COULD CAUSE THE FUEL GAUGE TO READ FULL WHILE THE FUE... Read more
Consequence
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATES THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT FUEL IN THE TANK LEAD TO SAFETY PROBLEMS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS AND REPLACE THEM WITH FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNITS USING A NEW ALLOY COMPOSED OF GOLD, SILVER, AND A SMALL AMOUNT OF NICKEL, WHICH WILL NOT CHEMICALLY REACT WITH SULFUR. VW/AUDI WILL ALSO CALL BACK VEHICLES THAT WERE REPAIRED UNDER A PREVIOUS R... Read more
Complaint Statistics
201 total complaints
5 crashes 8 fires 8 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 19 |
| TIRES | 11 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 10 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 8 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 8 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 7 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 6 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | 6 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 21, 2022
Incident date: May 19, 2022
Gas is pouring out from the top of the gas tank
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2017
Incident date: Jul 17, 2017
EACH TIME I FILL THE GAS TANK THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF LEAKING GAS. NOT CLEARLY IDENTIFIED THE SOURCE BUT FEEL THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY RISK.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 15, 2016
Incident date: Jun 10, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT NOTICED STRONG FUMES ENTERING THE VENTS, WHICH AFFECTED THE CONTACT'S BREATHING. THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO USE THE HEATER OR AIR CONDITIONER. A WEEK LATER, WHILE DRIVING, A FIRE ERUPTED NEAR THE DASHBOARD AND SMOKE CONSUMED THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 1, 2016
Incident date: Mar 29, 2016
THE FIRST TIME THIS CAR HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH ANYTHING LEAKING WAS A COUPLE DAYS AGO WHEN WE WOKE UP IN MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT TO HOUSE AND GARAGE SMELLING LIKE GAS. ON DRIVER'S SIDE REAR BY PASSENGER DOOR THERE WAS A SMALL LEAK LOOKED LIKE OIL BUT SMELLED OF GAS AND UNDERNEATH CAR YOU CAN SEE WEAR A S... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 12, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2015
FIRST THE CAR RAN HOT NO TEMP HAVE CAME ON HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR .....THE COOLING FAN BROKE MADE OF PLASTIC AND CUT MY SERPENTINE BELT INTO ......THEN THE CAR FLOODED AND RUINED THE COMFORT CONTROL MODULE HAD TO REPLACE THIS NOW THE FRONT AXEL IS BROKE AND THE BOOTS FELL APART AND THE BALL JOINTS... Read more
STEERING
Oct 12, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2015
FIRST THE CAR RAN HOT NO TEMP HAVE CAME ON HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR .....THE COOLING FAN BROKE MADE OF PLASTIC AND CUT MY SERPENTINE BELT INTO ......THEN THE CAR FLOODED AND RUINED THE COMFORT CONTROL MODULE HAD TO REPLACE THIS NOW THE FRONT AXEL IS BROKE AND THE BOOTS FELL APART AND THE BALL JOINTS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 12, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2015
FIRST THE CAR RAN HOT NO TEMP HAVE CAME ON HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR .....THE COOLING FAN BROKE MADE OF PLASTIC AND CUT MY SERPENTINE BELT INTO ......THEN THE CAR FLOODED AND RUINED THE COMFORT CONTROL MODULE HAD TO REPLACE THIS NOW THE FRONT AXEL IS BROKE AND THE BOOTS FELL APART AND THE BALL JOINTS... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 7, 2015
Incident date: Jan 7, 2015
HELLO! TODAY I WAS AT THE SAMS CLUB GAS STATION TO FILL UP MY VEHICLE, 2000 AUDI A6 WITH THE 4.2 ENGINE. WHEN I FINISHED, I WENT OVER TO THE DRIVER SIDE, WHERE IVE SEEN A HUGE AMOUNT OF GAS ON THE GROUND. THE FUEL WAS LEAKING REALLY BAD FROM MY CAR. THE SAM'S CLUB EVEN CALLED THE FIRED DEPARTM... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 20, 2014
Incident date: Mar 17, 2014
AFTER FILLING GAS TANK, GAS BEGAN LEAKING AS A STEADY STREAM FROM LEFT FRONT SIDE OF GAS TANK, NEAR THE REAR DRIVER'S WHEEL WELL. OWNER CONTACTED AUDI DEALERSHIP AND AUDI OF AMERICA. OWNER PAID FOR DEALER INSPECTION TO DIAGNOSE LEAKING GAS ISSUE. DEALER STATED THE TANK WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE R... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 20, 2013
Incident date: Mar 1, 2006
FIRST INCIDENT MARCH 2006 LEAKY GAS TANK HAD TO BE REPLACED, COST TO US $2,249.27, AUDI DENIED RESPONSIBILITY. REQUESTED AUDI TO REPORT THIS ISSUE TO AUTHORITIES. SECOND INCIDENT, 7/30/13 (MILEAGE 163,016): VERY STRONG GASOLINE ODOR. THE MECHANIC REMOVED REAR SEAT AND FOUND FUEL STAINING ALL AROUN... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 18, 2013
Incident date: Feb 22, 2013
LAST MONTH I FILLED UP MY TANK & AFTER DOING SO HAD A VERY STRONG SMELL OF GAS IN THE CABIN. I TOOK IT TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC & HE TOLD ME THAT I HAVE A BROKEN ROLLOVER VALVE. TO REPLACE THE TANK COSTS $2500. THIS IS POTENTIALLY A VERY SERIOUS ISSUE GIVEN LEAKING GAS! AFTER RESEARCH I FOUND THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 28, 2013
Incident date: Feb 22, 2013
WHEN MOVING THE STEERING COLUMN UP OR DOWN SMOKE COMES OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN AND GET A BURNING SMELL ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. *TR
STEERING
Feb 28, 2013
Incident date: Feb 22, 2013
WHEN MOVING THE STEERING COLUMN UP OR DOWN SMOKE COMES OUT OF THE STEERING COLUMN AND GET A BURNING SMELL ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 27, 2012
Incident date: Oct 17, 2012
STRONG FUEL FUMES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE CAR'S CABIN WHILE DRIVING OR STATIONARY WITH THE ENGINE BOTH ON AND OFF. UPON INSPECTION BY AN AUTOMOTIVE TECH, FUEL IS DRIPPING FROM THE FUEL TANK AREA ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE UNDER THE REAR SEATS. FUEL WILL CONTINUE TO DRIP OUT UNTIL THE FUEL TANK IS AT ABOU... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 5, 2012
Incident date: Oct 1, 2012
DRIVERS SIDE VENTS OF THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SMOKE, IT THEN IGNITED CAUSING A VEHICLE FIRE. THE DRIVERS SIDE COMPLETELY ENGULFED IN FLAMES. *TR
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Sep 1, 2012
Incident date: Sep 1, 2012
HI AUDI REFUSES TO FIX THIS PROBLEM BECAUSE MY CAR IS 2000 MODEL , BUT IT HAS 6 IN THE VIN AS FOR RECALL REQUIREMENTS IN RECALL YUP GUYS ISSUED , I THINK 2000 MODELS SHOULD BE INCLUDED ALSO AS I HAVE SAME PROBLEM AS FOR RECALL FOR 2001 MODELS ALSO AS SAID BEFORE HAVE THAT 6 IN MY VIN NUMBER . CAN YO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Apr 20, 2012
Incident date: Jul 2, 2007
THE CENTER INSTUMENT CLUSTER HAS BEEN IN AND OUT FOR AS LONG AS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR. SOME DAYS, WHEN THE PLANETS ALIGN CORRECTLY, THE DISPLAY WILL BE MOSTLY VISIBLE. ON MOST DAYS, HOWEVER, MOST PIXELS ARE NOT VISIBLE, SOME ARE FADED, AND CERTAIN CRITICAL WARNINGS CANNOT BE SEEN...YOU CAN HEAR THE B... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Mar 19, 2012
Incident date: Mar 6, 2012
THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAS GONE OUT AND THERE IS NO WAY TO READ THE IMPORTANT MESSAGES THAT COME ACROSS IT. I.E. LOW FUEL, TEMP OR COOLANT OR ENGINE, BRAKE PROBLEMS, WASHER FLUID .... I FEEL SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE ON THIS PART!! *JS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 22, 2012
Incident date: Dec 20, 2011
OUR AUDI A6 WAS TAKEN TO AUDI RECTOR ON 12/20/11 DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL BURNING SMELL COMING THROUGH THE AIR VENTS. AUDI RECTOR REPAIRED THE RACK AND PINION STEERING AND A TRANSMISSION LEAK. THEY SAID THE SMELL WAS DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION LEAK AND WOULD DISSIPATE. ON THE TRIP HOME FROM AUDI RECTOR ... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 28, 2011
Incident date: Oct 28, 2011
FUEL VAPOR DETECTED IN CABIN. GASOLINE DETECTED ON FLOOR SURFACE UNDER DRIVER SIDE REAR PASSENGER LOCATION. ALSO OBSERVE FUEL DRIPPING FROM DRIVER SIDE FUEL TANK. SUSPECT DEFECTIVE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE. ADDENDUM REQUESTED TO INCLUDE YEAR 2000 A6 AUDI C5 CAR YEAR IS 04/2000 A6 QUATTRO C5. S... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Oct 28, 2011
Incident date: Oct 28, 2011
FUEL VAPOR DETECTED IN CABIN. GASOLINE DETECTED ON FLOOR SURFACE UNDER DRIVER SIDE REAR PASSENGER LOCATION. ALSO OBSERVE FUEL DRIPPING FROM DRIVER SIDE FUEL TANK. SUSPECT DEFECTIVE ROLLOVER VALVE NIPPLE. ADDENDUM REQUESTED TO INCLUDE YEAR 2000 A6 AUDI C5 CAR YEAR IS 04/2000 A6 QUATTRO C5. S... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Sep 16, 2011
Incident date: Sep 2, 2011
THE CAR HAD THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT DISPLAY (BRAKE LIGHT IF FLASHING), CAUSING THE CAR TO SOMETIMES NOT STOP PROPERLY. CHECKED OUT TO BE ABS MODULE FAILURE. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 18, 2011
Incident date: Oct 15, 2010
FUEL TANK ROLLOVER NIPPLE CRACKED AND BEGAN LEAKING FUEL ON THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. CAUSING A MAJOR FIRE RISK, LEAVING ME TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED AND REPAIRED. AUDI HAS RECALLED 2001 AND UP CARS FOR THIS PROBLEM BUT LEFT OUT MY MODEL YEAR, EVEN THOUGH IT HAS THE SAME TANK. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Apr 12, 2011
Incident date: Apr 7, 2011
ABS MODULE FAILURE. BLINKING ABS LIGHT AND FLASHING DASH BRAKE LIGHT INDICATING FAILURE. IT APPARENTLY IS NOT UNCOMMON ON 1998-2002 AUDI VEHICLES, A4 & A6 MODELS ALIKE. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Mar 27, 2011
Incident date: Oct 21, 2010
2000 AUDI A6 ABS FAILURE. WITH AN CAR ACCIDENT CAR WAS TOTALED. FALL OF 2010. DAUGHTER SUSTAINED HEAD TRAMA. *TR
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 18, 2011
Incident date: Jan 30, 2011
ON 1/30/11, THIS VEHICLE, A 2000 AUDI A6, HAD AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF WHILE LISTENING TO THE RADIO. A PLASTIC/RUBBER BURNING SMELL EMANATED FROM WITHIN THE VEHICLE, FOLLOWED BY BLACK SMOKE, AND FLAMES COMING OUT OF THE AIR VENTS, PRIMARILY IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE. A FIRE HAD IGNI... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 14, 2010
Incident date: Oct 16, 2010
THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON STEADY, THE HAND BRAKE LIGHT FLASHED CONSTANTLY, AND THREE WARNING BEEPS ARE HEARD. A COMPUTER READING SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION WITH THE ABS UNIT. THE ABS DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. IT SOMETIMES OCCURS WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR, AND SOMETIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE. THE CONS... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Nov 14, 2010
Incident date: Oct 16, 2010
THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON STEADY, THE HAND BRAKE LIGHT FLASHED CONSTANTLY, AND THREE WARNING BEEPS ARE HEARD. A COMPUTER READING SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION WITH THE ABS UNIT. THE ABS DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. IT SOMETIMES OCCURS WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR, AND SOMETIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE. THE CONS... Read more
Crash
2 injured
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 9, 2010
Incident date: Jun 30, 2010
2000 AUDI A6 4.2L V8 QUATTRO ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE. THE PLASTIC COOLANT PIPE BETWEEN THE OIL COOLER HOUSING AND THE ENGINE BLOCK FAILS CAUSING POTENTIAL CATASTROPHIC COOLANT LOSS, OVERHEATED ENGINE AND POTENTIAL FIRE. *TR THE PLASTIC PIPE HARDENS/CRUMBLES WITH AGE, APPROXIMATELY 10 YEARS A... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Jul 9, 2010
Incident date: Jun 30, 2010
2000 AUDI A6 4.2L V8 QUATTRO ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM FAILURE. THE PLASTIC COOLANT PIPE BETWEEN THE OIL COOLER HOUSING AND THE ENGINE BLOCK FAILS CAUSING POTENTIAL CATASTROPHIC COOLANT LOSS, OVERHEATED ENGINE AND POTENTIAL FIRE. *TR THE PLASTIC PIPE HARDENS/CRUMBLES WITH AGE, APPROXIMATELY 10 YEARS A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jun 17, 2010
Incident date: Oct 5, 2009
THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON STEADY, THE HAND BRAKE LIGHT FLASHED CONSTANTLY, AND THREE WARNING BEEPS ARE HEARD. A COMPUTER READING SAYS THERE IS NO CONNECTION WITH THE ABS UNIT. THE ABS DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. IT SOMETIMES OCCURS WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR, AND SOMETIMES AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE. AUDI SAYS... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
May 26, 2010
Incident date: May 20, 2010
I HAVE HAD A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH MY AUDI 2000 A6 2.7 TURBO EMISSIONS SYSTEM. I WAS TOLD I HAD A BAD CATALYTIC CONVERTER AT 90,000 AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. I LOOKED ON THE INTERNET AND FOUND HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE AUDI'S CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. WHY DO THEY ONLY LAST 80,000 TO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Mar 15, 2010
Incident date: Jan 6, 2010
THE ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILS INTERMITTENTLY CAUSING THE ABS BRAKES TO ONLY WORK WHEN THE ABS/BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT IS OFF. I HAVE DONE QUITE A BIT OF RESEARCH ONLINE REGARDING THIS AND HAVE FOUND THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH AUDI'S MANUFACTURED BETWEEN 1996 AND 2001. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Dec 16, 2009
Incident date: Sep 2, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS AN 2000 AUDI A6. HE SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO SHE NOTICED FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE GROUND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION. THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 2, 2009
Incident date: Nov 24, 2006
ODOMETER BLACKS OUT WHEN IT WARMS UP. THE DISPLAY DISAPPEAR. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Aug 19, 2009
Incident date: Aug 18, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDIT A6. THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS MODULE MALFUNCTIONED. HE DIDN'T WANT TO GIVE SPECIFIC FAILURES RELATED TO HIS VEHICLE. CONTACT HAS NOT TAKEN HIS VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT HAS IDENTIFIED SEVERAL FAILURES HE VIEWED ON THE INTERNET. THE ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jul 24, 2009
Incident date: Jul 18, 2009
I WAS DRIVING AND HIT A MEDIUM SIZED BUMP. MY SEAT BEAT LOCK AND WOULDN'T RELEASE. I DISENGAGED THE BELT AND LET IT FULLY RETRACT THINK THAT THE LOCK WOULD RELEASE. BELT REMAINED LOCK IN THE FULLY RETRACTED POSITION. SEAT BELT INOPERABLE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Jul 21, 2009
Incident date: Sep 16, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIGHTING ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL DIMMED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE LCD SCREEN FOR THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WAS THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE, AND WOULD COST $700 TO REPAIR. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THIS TYPE OF FAILURE WAS COM... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 15, 2009
Incident date: Mar 14, 2009
PROBLEM RELATES TO AUDI A6 QUATTRO 2.8L MODEL YEAR 2000. GAS ODOR FROM OUTSIDE VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY STRONG, ESPECIALLY AFTER FILLING TANK. GAS LEAKS AND POOLS UNDER CAR, POSING EXTREME FIRE HAZARD. FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. AUDI RECALL [08V-157] DESCRIBES THIS PROBLEM EXACTLY, BUT ONLY COVERS ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Feb 16, 2009
Incident date: Feb 12, 2009
2000 AUDI A-6 QUATTRO 2.8 L; ABS MODULE HAS MALFUNCTIONED. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON OCCURRENNCE ON THESE VEHICLES AS I'VE SEEN NUMEROUS PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT IT ON THE AUDI FORUM. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
Feb 5, 2009
Incident date: Feb 5, 2009
ABS CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED ON MY 2000 AUDI A6. FROM AN INTERNET SEARCH THIS APPEARS TO BE AN ALMOST TAKEN FOR GRANTED REPAIR/REPLACEMENT ITEM, I.E.; IT HAPPENS TO ALMOST EVERY VEHICLE. THIS IS NOT AN INEXPENSIVE ITEM TO REPLACE (500-1300 DOLLARS INCLUDING LABOR). THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jan 9, 2009
Incident date: Oct 8, 2007
MOISTURE IN HEADLAMP HOUSING CAUSING OXIDIZED HEADLAMP. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 14, 2008
Incident date: Oct 1, 2008
THE INFORMATION ON THE DIGITAL READOUT IS ALL SCREWED UP. SOMETIMES THE TOPS OF THE LETTERS ARE MISSING, OTHER TIMES THE BOTTOMS ARE MISSING. MAKES IT IMPOSSIBLE TO READ INFORMATION ON DASHBOARD. *TR
EQUIPMENT
Oct 2, 2008
Incident date: Aug 10, 2008
NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE INSTRUMENT DISPLAY DOESN'T WORK, AND I CAN'T SEE VITAL SAFETY AND HAZARDOUS FAILURES OF THE VEHICLE AND/OR PARTS, ALSO THE REAR VIEW MIRROR HAS A FLUID TYPE SUBSTANCE THAT CLOUDS THE VIEWING AREA AND IT MAY LEAK THIS FLUID ONTO THE ELECTRONICS BELOW. I HAD TO REPLACE ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 1, 2008
Incident date: Jun 6, 2008
FAULTY ABS SYSTEM IN AUDI A6 2000 MODEL. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 19, 2008
Incident date: Dec 25, 2006
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 AUDI A6 AVANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER FAILED. THE COOLANT AND OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGES WERE NO LONGER OPERATIVE. HALF OF THE DISPLAY WAS VISIBLE, WHICH MEANT THAT CRITICAL INFORMATION THAT NEEDED TO BE DISPLAYED WAS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE SEEN.... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Feb 11, 2007
DASH DOES NOT SHOW IMPORTANT INFO TO MAINTAIN THE CAR PROPERLY. THE DIGITAL LETTERS HAVE DISAPPEARED. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT'S GOING ON WITH MY A-6.. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT ALL AUDI WITH THAT SAME FEATURE HAS THAT SAME PROBLEM. ALSO THERE IS A OIL LEAK THAT IS COMMON IN THE SAME MODELS AS MINE.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 14, 2008
Incident date: Feb 11, 2007
DASH DOES NOT SHOW IMPORTANT INFO TO MAINTAIN THE CAR PROPERLY. THE DIGITAL LETTERS HAVE DISAPPEARED. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT'S GOING ON WITH MY A-6.. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT ALL AUDI WITH THAT SAME FEATURE HAS THAT SAME PROBLEM. ALSO THERE IS A OIL LEAK THAT IS COMMON IN THE SAME MODELS AS MINE.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 5, 2008
Incident date: Jan 10, 2005
THIS IS ABOUT MY 2000 AUDI A6. THE CENTRAL DISPLAY LCD ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED TO DISPLAY ANY INFORMATION INCLUDING IMPORTANT WARNINGS SUCH AS COOLANT LEVEL, ENGINE TEMPERATURE, ENGINE OIL PRESSURE, BRAKE/ TURN LIGHTS OUT, GEAR POSITION ETC. ALL ARE IMPORTANT TO DRIVING SAFETY. I ONCE HAD ... Read more
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Aug 7, 2008
Incident date: Aug 4, 2008
THERE IS A RECENT RECALL FOR CERTAIN AUDI MODELS AS REFERENCED IN NHTSA ACTION NUMBER : PE08008. THIS BEGINS WITH MODEL YEAR 2001 A6 AUDI CARS WITH THE 2.7 ENGINE. I OWN A 2000 MODEL A6 2.7 AND AM HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. THERE IS A GASOLINE SMELL THAT JUST BEGAN AND BY INSPECTION FROM UNDERNEATH TH... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2000 AUDI A6
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 16.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,200 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 AUDI A6
124 manufacturer communications from 90 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 16 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 11 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 6 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 5 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 4 |
A0023742052680_4
Oct 4, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
A0021482021205_6
Jun 25, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
A0021482021205_6
Jun 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
A0020362002047_1
Apr 16, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-04
Jul 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7
A0019212052680_1
Jun 7, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2
A0019212052680_1
Jun 7, 2019
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2
A0019212052680_1
Jun 7, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). 2008-2021A3, 2015-2021A3 Cabrio, 2005-2016 A3 Sportback, 1999-2021 A4, 2010-2
A941791 2012749-
Jul 31, 2017
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
A171782 2010043-
May 10, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
A571738 2017082-
Mar 23, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
A571738 2017082-
Mar 23, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
ATE-17-05
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified
A441662 2010334-
Oct 19, 2016
200000 WHEELS
This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
A001578 2021205-
Dec 10, 2015
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-05 dated June 14, 2010. VIN plate and/or B-Pillar Safety Certification label requires replacement.
A201559 2011703-
Dec 10, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
A201559 2011703-
Dec 10, 2015
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
A451510 2042048-
Oct 5, 2015
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake
A191562 2025303-
Sep 8, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a
A1915612025303-5
Jul 7, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
SB-01-15-29
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL
A971548 2013504-
May 29, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-15 dated October 20, 2010. Sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules. Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) if incorrect pins or incorrect methods for curre
A941565 2012749-
Apr 17, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l
A911579 2038824-
Mar 20, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-69 dated November 4, 2014. The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable being used is a genuine Audi-branded cable with an Aud
A101511 2018288-
Mar 17, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 13-10 dated September 5, 2013. Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is pos
A011514 2014753-
Mar 9, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-09 dated June 21, 2013. The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves,
A171557 2010043-
Mar 6, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013. This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
A011507 2028344-
Feb 13, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiri
A001470 2039206-
Dec 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Audi of America has started to host its TSB videos outside of
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
00147020392061
Dec 10, 2014
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
Accessories Oper
Dec 4, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
44145520103346
Oct 21, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Tightening wheel bolts
A441455 2010334-
Oct 12, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
A001467 2002047-
Jul 31, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
AUD4927ENG
Jul 10, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
Edition92
Jun 30, 2014
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
A191450 2025303-
Jun 20, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
Edition89
Jun 9, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
Edition89
Jun 9, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
A371431 2013002-
Jun 3, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 11-19 dated January 31, 2011. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak.
A371431 2013002-
Jun 3, 2014
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 11-19 dated January 31, 2011. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak.
37 14 31 2013002
Jun 3, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
37 14 31 2013002
Jun 3, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
37 14 31 2013002
Jun 3, 2014
103240 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:SEALS/GASKETS
As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak. Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket.
37143120130025
Jun 3, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ATF pan leaks
37 13 07 2033658
May 29, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
A371430 2003658-
May 28, 2014
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-07 dated May 29, 2013. Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks powe
37 14 30 2003658
May 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of El
37 14 30 2003658
May 28, 2014
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of El
37143020036586
May 28, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
Update91i8
May 13, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
TSB-44-13-46
Dec 9, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE
A441346 2010334-
Dec 9, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no
A441346 2010334-
Dec 9, 2013
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no
44134620103345
Dec 9, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Tightening wheel bolts
A901341 2010353-
Sep 23, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once
Edition53
Sep 16, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
A101310 2018288-
Sep 5, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 10-02 dated September 14, 2010. Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the vehicle's engine experienced a serious mechanical problem
131020182884
Sep 5, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
If the vehicle?s engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds,
2013_06_ATU Audi
Aug 5, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
Edition42
Jul 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
A011309 2014753-
Jun 21, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-01 dated February 5, 2010. Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. Engine runs rough after cold start. Excessive
A011309 2014753-
Jun 21, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-01 dated February 5, 2010. Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. Engine runs rough after cold start. Excessive
01130920147538
Jun 21, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
01130920147538
Jun 21, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
01130920147538
Jun 21, 2013
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
A191341 2025303-
Jun 20, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
134120253033
Jun 20, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
37-13-07
May 29, 2013
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
AUDI: SOME VEHICLES MAY LACK POWER OR WILL NOT MOVE AFTER STOP DUE TO SIMULTANEOUSLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS. *JS
37 13 07 2033658
May 29, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who consciously or unconsciously drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition.
133520253032
Apr 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
A001348 2002047-
Apr 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011. This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
A191335 2025303-
Mar 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for serv
A571385 2017082-
Mar 4, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-82 dated February 5, 2013. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization betwe
A571385 2017082-
Mar 4, 2013
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-82 dated February 5, 2013. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization betwe
A571382 2017082-
Feb 5, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-55 dated August 22, 2011. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization betwee
A571382 2017082-
Feb 5, 2013
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-55 dated August 22, 2011. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization betwee
1335201004313
Jan 9, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
A6-S6-A
Jan 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Delivery Guidelines.
A6-S6
Jan 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Delivery Guidelines.
A941292 2012749-
Oct 24, 2012
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake
A171232 2018550-
Oct 12, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 12 - 31 dated August 30, 2012. Oil consumption measurement - Repair Authorization (CA). In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal
1712322018550
Aug 30, 2012
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oil consumption measurement - Repair Authorization (CA)
TSB-44-08-14
Nov 19, 2008
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE
TSB-45-08-04
Nov 19, 2008
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
AUDI: ABS ACTIVATES DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATION . CONTROL NOISES ARE HEARD FROM THE ABS UNIT AT LOW SPEED WITHOUT BRAKE APPLICATION. *PE
TSB-45-08-04
Nov 19, 2008
036100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
AUDI: ABS ACTIVATES DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATION . CONTROL NOISES ARE HEARD FROM THE ABS UNIT AT LOW SPEED WITHOUT BRAKE APPLICATION. *PE
TSB-45-08-04
Nov 19, 2008
036500 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
AUDI: ABS ACTIVATES DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATION . CONTROL NOISES ARE HEARD FROM THE ABS UNIT AT LOW SPEED WITHOUT BRAKE APPLICATION. *PE
0715
Nov 7, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. *NJ
TSB-94-07-15
Nov 7, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
AUDIO: EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. CONDENSATION IS VISIBLE ON THE INSIDE OF HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS, SIDE MARKER LIGHTS, FRONT TURN SIGNAL OR THIRD BRAKE LIGHT LENS. DAMP AIR SETTLES ON THE INSIDE OF A COLD LENS,
20056243
Feb 26, 2007
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB
20036582
Feb 26, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LOSES POWER OR WILL NOT MOVE AFTER STOP. *KB
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, AUDI A6
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE08008
Opened: Jan 31, 2008 , Closed: May 30, 2008
FUEL TANK LEAK
VOLKSWAGEN (VW) IS RECALLING CERTAIN VW PASSAT 4MOTION AND AUDI A6 QUATTRO AND ALLROAD QUATTRO ALL-WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER CARS.VW VEHICLES SUBJECT TO RECALL WERE MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 22, 2000 THROUGH MAY 31, 2005 AND AUDI VEHICLES SUBJECT TO RECALL WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2, 2001 TO JUNE 1,... Read more
RQ06003
Opened: Feb 27, 2006 , Closed: Jul 20, 2006
DRIVER'S SIDE DASH FIRE
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC. (VOA) CONDUCTED A SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 04V133) TO ADD A PLASTIC COVER TO THE TOP SECTION OF THE KNEE BOLSTER CROSSMEMBER TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS.THE SCOPE OF THE ORIGINAL RECALL COVERED MODEL YEARS 1998 THROUGH 2004 WITH V... Read more
PE04023
Opened: Mar 5, 2004 , Closed: Jun 30, 2004
STUCK-OPEN THROTTLE
COMPLAINTS RECEIVED BY ODI AND AUDI ALLEGE THAT, IN EXTREME COLD WEATHER, THE THROTTLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY FAIL TO RETURN TO IDLE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO STOP THE VEHICLE.IN MARCH OF 2004, AUDI PERFORMED A SERIES OF TESTS TO INVESTIGATE THE POSSIBLE CAUSES OF THRO... Read more
EA03025
Opened: Nov 25, 2003 , Closed: May 7, 2004
DRIVERS SIDE DASH FIRE
THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A KNEE BOLSTER LOCATED UNDER THE DASH, NEAR THE DRIVERS KNEES.A WIRING HARNESS IS ALSO LOCATED IN THE DASH, IN THAT SAME AREA.AUDI'S ANALYSIS OF 39 VEHICLES INDICATED THAT THE KNEE BOLSTER WAS RUBBING AGAINST THAT WIRING HARNESS.OVER TIME THE HARNESS SHEATHING ... Read more
PE03035
Opened: Jul 25, 2003 , Closed: Nov 25, 2003
DRIVERS SIDE DASHBOARD FIRE
OF THE 22 TOTAL COMPLAINTS, 11 WERE RECEIVED FOR THE 1999 MODEL YEAR AND 11 FOR THE 2000 MODEL YEAR. AUDI IS CONDUCTING TESTING TO DETERMINE THE ORIGIN AND CAUSE OF THE FIRE.
PE03019
Opened: May 15, 2003 , Closed: Sep 17, 2003
STEERING WHEEL HEATER OVERHEATS
THIS PE WAS OPENED BASED ON FOUR ODI COMPLAINTS THAT THE STEERING WHEEL OVERHEATS. VW HAS SHOWN THAT MOISTURE AND PRESPIRATION PERMEATE THE STEERING WHEEL COVER CAUSING THE HEATING ELEMENT TO CORRODE.THIS CORROSION MAY CAUSE A SMALL, LOCALIZED AREA OF THE STEERING WHEEL TO EXPERIENCE A BRIEF DURATIO... Read more
PE99001
Opened: Jan 1, 1999 , Closed: Mar 24, 1999
FUEL EXPULSION
BY LETTER DATED MARCH 22, 1999, VOLKSWAGEN NOTIFIED NHTSA THAT IT WOULD TAKE SAFETY RECALL ACTION TO CORRECT THE SPITBACK PROBLEM ON ALL THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.BASED ON THE MANUFACTURER'S RECALL ACTION (ODI 99V-058), THIS INVESTIGATION IS CLOSED.
AUDI A6 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI A6 across all model years (1994, 2025).
143
Total Recalls
2,206
Total Complaints
7
Investigations
110
Reported Crashes
85
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths
AUDI A6 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 14 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 11 | View |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | View |
| 2021 | 11 | 21 | View |
| 2020 | 9 | 39 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 194 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 16 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 77 | View |
| 2015 | 4 | 29 | View |
| 2014 | 4 | 48 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 79 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 86 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 26 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 22 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 79 | View |
| 2007 | 4 | 63 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 83 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 119 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 44 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 85 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 113 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 148 | View |
| 2000 (current) | 4 | 201 | |
| 1999 | 9 | 276 | View |
| 1998 | 10 | 158 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 26 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 71 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 22 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 2 | View |