2004 AUDI A6
4 recalls, 44 complaints - 191 TSBs
11V267000 May 3, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 AUDI A6, MODEL YEAR 2002-2003 S6 AND MODEL YEAR 2003 RS6 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4.2L ENGINES AND MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 19, 2001, THROUGH JUNE 8, 2004. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS... Read more
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
08V157000 Apr 8, 2008
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 68,240 MY 2001-2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L, 2.8L, OR 3.0L ENGINES AND MY 2001-2005 ALLROAD QUATTRO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.7L OR 4.2L ENGINES. THE AGING OF THE PLASTIC MATERIAL IN THE FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE COMBINED WITH BENDING STRESS FROM THE ALUMIN... Read more
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REINFORCE THE NIPPLE ON THE ROLLOVER VALVE TO PREVENT LEAKAGE OR REPAIR THE CRACKING AT THE NIPPLE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 27, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
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
Complaint Statistics
44 total complaints
3 crashes 2 fires 4 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| WHEELS:RIM | 3 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 2 |
| TIRES | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| SEATS | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 12, 2023
Incident date: Oct 31, 2023
Car was completely dead. Because it is a PHEV, wheels were locked and the vehicle needed special equipment to be towed. Tow drivers (3 trucks eventually came) couldn't jump or charge the 12v battery. Traction batteries had a good charge. Locked wheels and sudden loss of all power makes this a safety... Read more
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Dec 12, 2023
Incident date: Oct 31, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 55–60 MPH, there was an abnormal exploding sound detected. The contact pulled over and noticed that the driver's side headrest air bag had exploded without warning or impact. The contact sustained a headache, but medical atten... Read more
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Dec 9, 2018
Incident date: Nov 18, 2018
RE: SAFETY RECALL 20L8/JY; 08V157000: FUEL TANK ROLLOVER VALVE MODIFICATION; VIN: (XX); 2004 AUDI A6 3.0L QUATTRO AT5 ATTACHED DOCS: 1. 20L8/JY RECALL NOTICE. 2. 7.14.2008 & 11.18.18 AUDI N. SCOTTSDALE, AZ DEALER INVOICES 3. AUDI A6 GAS TANK DIAGRAM. AUDI CORP EMAIL RESPONSE: "AT THIS TIM... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 25, 2017
Incident date: Jul 25, 2017
AFTERMARKET RADIO: PIONEER ELECTRONICS AVH-4100 NEX BACKUP CAMERA FAILS AND DISTRACTS DRIVER SIGNIFICANTLY. I HAVE ATTACHED A SCAN OF THE COMPLAINT TO PIONEER ELECTRONICS. THE RADIO LIKELY HAS SOFTWARE DEFECT THAT CAUSES VERY DISTRACTING FAILURES WHEN OPERATING THE BACK-UP CAMERA. PIONEER ADVERT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 11, 2016
Incident date: Jan 7, 2016
WHEN ENGINE IS COLD, USUALLY BELOW 0 DEGREES FUEL SPRAYS FROM INJECTORS. THIS COULD IGNITE ON EXHAUST MANIFOLDS CAUSING CAR FIRE.
ENGINE
Jun 8, 2015
Incident date: Jun 7, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2004 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V198000 (ELECTRICA... Read more
Fire
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 12, 2015
Incident date: Jan 1, 2015
WITH THE ELEC STABILITY CONTROL BEING INTERMITTENT THIS IS BEING CAUSED BY THE ABS MODULE GOING BAD/INTERMITTENT THE BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE CHANGES. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS WITH MY 2002 RAM 1500 (4X4) AS WELL. THIS COULD BE A PROBLEM IN ALL CARS AND TRUCKS. THE COST THE FIX FOR AN AUDI IS AROUND $250... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 12, 2015
Incident date: Jan 1, 2015
WITH THE ELEC STABILITY CONTROL BEING INTERMITTENT THIS IS BEING CAUSED BY THE ABS MODULE GOING BAD/INTERMITTENT THE BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE CHANGES. I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS WITH MY 2002 RAM 1500 (4X4) AS WELL. THIS COULD BE A PROBLEM IN ALL CARS AND TRUCKS. THE COST THE FIX FOR AN AUDI IS AROUND $250... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 27, 2015
Incident date: Oct 30, 2014
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE EMITTED INSIDE AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHERE IT WA... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Nov 12, 2014
Incident date: Oct 21, 2014
THE FIRST THROTTLE VALVE MALFUNCTION HAPPENED ON JULY 2013. COST TO REPAIR 1557.95 PART COST 878.00 MILEAGE 66784 THE SECOND MALFUNCTION HAPPENED ON OCT. 14, 2014 TO REPAIR 1200.00 PART COST 913.00, MILEAGE 69202 WHAT HAPPENS HERE IS THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN. THERE COULD HAVE BEEN E MAJOR... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 12, 2014
Incident date: Oct 21, 2014
THE FIRST THROTTLE VALVE MALFUNCTION HAPPENED ON JULY 2013. COST TO REPAIR 1557.95 PART COST 878.00 MILEAGE 66784 THE SECOND MALFUNCTION HAPPENED ON OCT. 14, 2014 TO REPAIR 1200.00 PART COST 913.00, MILEAGE 69202 WHAT HAPPENS HERE IS THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN. THERE COULD HAVE BEEN E MAJOR... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 10, 2013
Incident date: Dec 1, 2013
SIGNIFICANT GAS LEAK CAUSED BY BROKEN GAS "IN TANK SENDING UNITS" HOUSING AND SEAL. GAS WILL LEAK AND FILL THE INSIDE OF THE CAR WITH FUMS AS WELL AS UNDER THE CAR. REPLACEMENT REQUIRED BUYING A REVISED DESIGN SENDING UNITS THAT INCLUDE ALL THREE SENDING UNITS. THE PRICE IS HIGH ~$500 AND THE CONSE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 22, 2012
Incident date: Apr 30, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE IN THE ELECTRIC HARNESS UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED A BURNING ODOR AND THEN THE POWER FAILED TO MOVE THE SEAT. UPON FURTHER REVIEW, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT... Read more
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 14, 2012
Incident date: Dec 2, 2011
REPLACED CYLINDER BANK 1 RIGHT SIDE! *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 10, 2011
Incident date: Sep 1, 2011
PASSENGER SIDE MECHANICAL VERTICAL ADJUSTER DOES NOT FUNCTION IS LAMP POINT TO ABOUT 10 FEET TO THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. DIVER SIDE ADJUSTER APPEAR TO FUNCTION OK. ONLINE BLOGS CONFER MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH AUDI HEADLIGHT ADJUSTERS AS COMMON, RECURRENT, AND COSTLY TO FIX. DRIVING WITH POORLY AIMED... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 23, 2011
Incident date: Mar 19, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN REFUELING THE VEHICLE OVER THE THREE QUARTER CAPACITY LEVEL, A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF FUEL WOULD LEAK UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE NEAR THE EXHAUST PIPE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND STATED THAT THE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 28, 2011
Incident date: Feb 20, 2011
2004 AUDI A6 SEDAN, 3.0 ENGINE DEVELOPED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER JUST BEFORE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL PUMP HAD FAILED. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 20, 2011
Incident date: Aug 12, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6 AVANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CONTACT SHOULD NOT WORRY ABOUT THE LIGHT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO MISS A DEER AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT BEGAN TO RO... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jan 20, 2011
Incident date: Aug 12, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6 AVANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CONTACT SHOULD NOT WORRY ABOUT THE LIGHT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO MISS A DEER AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT BEGAN TO RO... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Jan 20, 2011
Incident date: Aug 12, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6 AVANT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CONTACT SHOULD NOT WORRY ABOUT THE LIGHT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO MISS A DEER AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT BEGAN TO RO... Read more
Crash
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 18, 2011
Incident date: Jan 11, 2011
CAR'S ENGINE STOPPED WHILE AT A RED LIGHT. WOULD NOT START AFTER FAILURE. ULTIMATELY, CAUSE WAS DETERMINED TO BE A FAILED FUEL PUMP. I SAW THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE FUEL PUMP FOR 2003 A6 MODELS INCLUDING 3L VEHICLES, BUT NOT FOR 2004 MODELS.]
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Sep 20, 2010
Incident date: Sep 18, 2010
I AM WRITING ABOUT MY 2004 A6 AVANT, WHICH HAS 78,000 MILES. AT A RECENT OIL SERVICE AT AN INDEPENDENT GARAGE, IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS. EXHAUST WAS LEAKING FROM BOTH SIDES, I WAS TOLD. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY AUDI DEALER, WHERE THEY CHECKED THE EXHA... Read more
SEATS
Apr 22, 2010
Incident date: Dec 5, 2009
I FILED A COMPLAINT ABOUT MY 2004 AUDI A6 IN DEC OF 2009. I REPORTED THAT MY BACK PASSENGER SEAT HAD ALMOST CAUGHT FIRE, AND WAS BURNT. BOTH MY SEAT CUSHION AND UPPER BACK CUSHION WERE BURNED. AT THE TIME I HAD NOT CONTACTED AUDI, YET FILED A COMPLAINT, BECAUSE I FELT AND STILL DO THAT THIS WAS A MA... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 5, 2010
Incident date: Oct 2, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED THE THROTTLE FLUCTUATES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE DEALER CHANGE THE MASS AIR FLOW METER. THAT DID NOT REMEDY THE THROTTLE FLUCTUATION SO THE DEALER REMOVED THE MASS AIR FLOW METER. THE DE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Jan 21, 2010
Incident date: Jan 20, 2010
SUDDEN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WHILE DRIVING A 2004 AUDI A6 AVANT ON HIGHWAY 280 SOUTH IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA. THE CAR SUDDENLY LOST ALL ENGINE POWER AND STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR STOPPED BEFORE REACHING THE HIGHWAY CURB. THE HIGHWAY POLICE WHO CAME BY SEEING THE FLASHERS ON THE CAR ASSISTED IS ... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 11, 2010
Incident date: Jan 7, 2010
MY AUDI DEALER INFORMED ME OF A FAILURE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG AND IT HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $931.99, I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR SINCE NEW AND IT IS ACCIDENT FEE. THIS IS FAILURE OF A MAJOR SAFETY ITEM AND SHOULD BE LOOKED AT. *TR
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Dec 6, 2009
Incident date: Dec 5, 2009
I HAVE A 2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO 3.0 L. THIS WEEKEND MY GROWN SON WAS SITTING IN THE BACK SEAT AND HAD HIS SUIT IN A GARMENT BAG NEXT TO HIM. THE HEATED SEATS WERE BOTH ON IN THE BACK. THEY SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND IT TURNED OUT IT WAS THE HEATED SEAT. IT BURNED THE GARMENT BAG RIGHT INTO HIS SUIT... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 3, 2009
Incident date: Nov 30, 2009
PASSENGER AIR BAG FAILURE 2004 AUDI A-6. CAR HAS NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND AIR BAG HAS NEVER BEEN ACTIVATED.DEALER SAID IT NEEDS COMPLETE REPLACEMENT. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Nov 2, 2009
Incident date: Oct 7, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6. WHEN DRIVING HE SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ROLL OVER VALVE WAS MALFUNCTIONING, AND THAT THE GAS TANK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 24, 2009
Incident date: Sep 1, 2009
I HAVE A 2004 AUDI A6 2.7T S-LINE SEDAN WITH 56,000 MILES ON IT. FOR THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS IT HAS HAD A SEVERE SHUDDERING IN THE STEERING COLUMN AS I ACCELERATE MID-THROTTLE, AS WHEN I ACCELERATE ONTO AN ON-RAMP. I HAVE TRIED TO HAVE MY LOCAL AUDI DEALER ADDRESS THIS (IT IS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE) ... Read more
STEERING
Sep 24, 2009
Incident date: Sep 1, 2009
I HAVE A 2004 AUDI A6 2.7T S-LINE SEDAN WITH 56,000 MILES ON IT. FOR THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS IT HAS HAD A SEVERE SHUDDERING IN THE STEERING COLUMN AS I ACCELERATE MID-THROTTLE, AS WHEN I ACCELERATE ONTO AN ON-RAMP. I HAVE TRIED TO HAVE MY LOCAL AUDI DEALER ADDRESS THIS (IT IS A CERTIFIED VEHICLE) ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 19, 2009
Incident date: Jul 19, 2009
UPON TURNING THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, A LOUD "POP" WAS HEARD AND SMOKE BEGAN TO ESCAPE FROM UNDER THE HOOD. AFTER OPENING THE HOOD IT APPEARED THAT THE BATTERY HAD IN SOME WAY EXPLODED. *TR
SEATS
Feb 6, 2009
Incident date: Jan 25, 2009
I HAD PURCHASED A 2004 AUDI A6 QUATTRO WITH 55,900 MILES ON IT FROM A NISSAN DEALER IN NJ ON 1/16/09. I HAD THE CAR FOR 9 DAYS AND I WAS DRIVING ON THE MASSACHUSETTS TURNPIKE WHEN I BEGAN TO SMELL SOMETHING ODD IN THE CAR. I PULLED OFF AT THE NEXT REST AREA. I WENT TO THE BACK SEAT TO GET A JACKET. ... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Dec 13, 2007
Incident date: Dec 13, 2007
WINDSHIELD WIPERS DO NOT EFFECTIVELY CLEAR THE SNOW; THE SNOW IS PUSHED INTO THE AIR INTAKE; THE MELTED SNOW FORMS ICE/SNOW GLOBS ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS REDUCING VISIBILITY TO VERY HAZARDOUS LEVELS. THIS BUILDUP HAS TO BE MANUALLY REMOVED WITH A SCRAPER. THIS WIPER BLADE ASSEMBLY IS USED ON A... Read more
WHEELS:RIM
Apr 18, 2007
Incident date: Apr 18, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD, THE GRAVEL WAS LODGED INTO THE RIMS. THE CONTACT WASHED THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE GRAVEL REMAINED IN THE RIMS. THE DEALER STATED THAT POWER WASHING THE RIMS WOULD REMOVE THE GRAVEL OR MANUALLY WASH THEM BY HAND. THE MANUFACTURER... Read more
TIRES
Jun 13, 2006
Incident date: May 15, 2006
DURING THE FIRST 18 MONTHS, I HAVE EXPERIENCED 4 FLAT TIRES ON MY AUDI A6 2.7T S LINE. ONE ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE AND 3 ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE. I HAVE DRIVEN FOR OVER 25 YEARS AND HAVE ONLY EXPERIENCED ABOUT 3 FLAT TIRES IN THAT ENTIRE PERIOD BEFORE THE PURCHASE OF THIS VEHICLE. THE FLAT ... Read more
WHEELS:RIM
Jun 13, 2006
Incident date: May 15, 2006
DURING THE FIRST 18 MONTHS, I HAVE EXPERIENCED 4 FLAT TIRES ON MY AUDI A6 2.7T S LINE. ONE ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE AND 3 ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE. I HAVE DRIVEN FOR OVER 25 YEARS AND HAVE ONLY EXPERIENCED ABOUT 3 FLAT TIRES IN THAT ENTIRE PERIOD BEFORE THE PURCHASE OF THIS VEHICLE. THE FLAT ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Jan 17, 2006
Incident date: Jan 15, 2005
A NUMBER OF CARS THAT HAVE RED TURN SIGNALS (VERSUS ORANGE) DO NOT BLINK THE ENTIRE LIGHT WHEN TURNING. THUS, WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND THE TURN SIGNAL IS ON, IT IS MORE DIFFICULT TO SEE. IF THE COLOR OF THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE TURN SIGNAL IS THE SAME, THE ENTIRE LIGHT SHOULD BLINK, NOT JUST A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM
Nov 29, 2005
Incident date: Jan 1, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE HAD A DESIGN FLAW ON THE SERVICE BRAKES. HE SUSPECTED THAT HEAT AND WEIGHT BALANCE ON THE BRAKES WAS CALCULATED INCORRECTLY. THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS BECAME DISCOLORED AND OVERHEATED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR BRAKES... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
Nov 29, 2005
Incident date: Jan 1, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE HAD A DESIGN FLAW ON THE SERVICE BRAKES. HE SUSPECTED THAT HEAT AND WEIGHT BALANCE ON THE BRAKES WAS CALCULATED INCORRECTLY. THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS BECAME DISCOLORED AND OVERHEATED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR BRAKES... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nov 29, 2005
Incident date: Jan 1, 2005
DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE HAD A DESIGN FLAW ON THE SERVICE BRAKES. HE SUSPECTED THAT HEAT AND WEIGHT BALANCE ON THE BRAKES WAS CALCULATED INCORRECTLY. THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS BECAME DISCOLORED AND OVERHEATED. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALER REPLACED THE REAR BRAKES... Read more
TIRES
Jul 22, 2005
Incident date: Jun 19, 2005
CONSUMER HAS EXPERIENCED 4 TIRE BLOW OUTS WITHT EH CONTINENTAL TIRE EQUIPMENT.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE TIRE DEALER REPLACED THE CONSUMER'S FOUR CONTINENTAL TIRES WITH WITH THE SAME DEFECTIVE MODEL TIRE WHICH HAD BLOWNOUT. AFTER THE REPLACEMENT THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED THE FOURTH BLOWOUT O... Read more
WHEELS:RIM
Jun 14, 2005
Incident date: Apr 23, 2005
I WOULD LIKE TO BRING TO YOUR ATTENTION A VERY SERIOUS AND DANGEROUS ISSUE I AM HAVING WITH MY 2004 AUDI A6 2.7T S LINE. THE ISSUE IS THE 18 INCH RIMS AND TIRES DELIVERED WITH THE CAR. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 10,000 MILES, I NOTICED WHILE TRAVELING AT 35 MILES PER HOUR THE CAR SHAKES, VIBRATES AND D... Read more
TIRES:SIDEWALL
Apr 28, 2004
Incident date: Mar 20, 2004
OUR NEW AUDI A6 HAD THE P6 P235/R17 INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. WITHIN THE FIRST 4,000 MILES, ALL UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, A LARGE BULGE DEVELOPED ON THE SIDEWALL OF ONE OF THE REAR TIRES. THIS CREATED A VERY DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITION. WHEN WE HAD REPORTED THIS ISSUE TO OUR DEALER,... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy, 2004 AUDI A6
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,600 |
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, 2004 AUDI A6
191 manufacturer communications from 141 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 19 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 19 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 13 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 13 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 8 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 7 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
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.
SM 48-2022
Jun 15, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
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.
A4021242016453_4
Apr 21, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
A0020362002047_1
Apr 16, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
A9419182012749_1
Dec 6, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
190000 TIRES
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
20AUTIRECHAINS
Dec 4, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
SM 80-2019
Oct 1, 2019
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
A0019262052680_2
Sep 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage.
A0019252011732_1
Sep 17, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
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
A9119652050565_2
Jun 18, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general software update instructions for vehicles with PR Code 7UH. 2016-2020 A3, 2016-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2016 A3 Sportback, 2016-2020 A4, 2016-2020 A4 allroad, 2016-2012 A4 Avant, 2016-2020 A5 Cabrio, 2016-2020 A5 Cou
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
A911743 2042097-
Aug 21, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the MMI navigation.
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
A911526 2042097-
Dec 8, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
The traffic feature in the MMI navigation is inoperative. If the vehicle is a model year 2016 A6 or A7, see TSB 2042013: 91 Audi connect online destination search, Google Earth navigation view, or INRIX online traffic is not available. Ther
A961501 2019260-
Sep 21, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-67 dated July 10, 2013. The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener control module, J530. The customer?s door opener system ma
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
A911598 2018187-
Jun 29, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-50 dated July 10, 2014. Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. Parts of the speakers (su
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
A911578 2011500-
Mar 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-129 dated November 12, 2008. Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. The information display may show a message related to the satellite
A911578 2011500-
Mar 10, 2015
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-129 dated November 12, 2008. Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. The information display may show a message related to the satellite
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.
Edition106
Oct 6, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
A641436 2020552-
Sep 23, 2014
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. Residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
Edition102
Sep 8, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
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).
Edition96
Jul 28, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
A001465 2011732-
Jul 15, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 12-32 dated February 7, 2012. This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update
001465201173210
Jul 15, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
001465201173210
Jul 15, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
A911450 2018187-
Jul 10, 2014
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-02 dated August 30, 2013. Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. Parts of the speakers (
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))
Edition79
Mar 31, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Technical bulletins and updates
A911429 2026888-
Mar 19, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-50 dated August 1, 2012. Echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound is distorted, hisses, or scrapes occur during a phone
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
741312 2004327-4
Oct 2, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
741312 2004327-4
Oct 2, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
A571394 2035367-
Sep 25, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative. Some features may include power rear windows, rear climate control operating unit, rear sunroof panel, rear reading lamps, rear cigarette lighters, etc. By design, many ele
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,
A911302 2018187-
Aug 30, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 11-20 dated October 21, 2011. Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. Parts of the speakers
A641329 2020552-
Aug 14, 2013
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. Residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
2013_06_ATU Audi
Aug 5, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
Edition45
Jul 22, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
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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 (current) | 4 | 44 | |
| 2003 | 7 | 85 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 113 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 148 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 201 | View |
| 1999 | 9 | 276 | View |
| 1998 | 10 | 158 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 26 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 71 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 22 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 2 | View |