2020 AUDI A6

9 recalls, 39 complaints - 1,261 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal M... Read more

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov ... Read more

356,894 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.

Consequence

Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.

7,499 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

Consequence

A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.

50,883 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

Consequence

An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.

47,238 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7,... Read more

Consequence

Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

31,058 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, ... Read more

Consequence

A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

40,993 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

AIR BAGS

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

Consequence

An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.

3,421 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi A6, A6 Allroad and A7 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the passenger air bag may not properly deploy and inflate, and small plastic parts may enter the cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panels, free of charge. The recall began June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70H6.

153 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Audi A6 vehicles equipped with mild-hybrid technology and 2.0TFSI engines. Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit.

Consequence

A short circuit in the starter generator increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the starter generator, free of charge. The recall began by May 22, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 27H2.

5,471 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

39 total complaints 1 crashes

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	8
ENGINE	7
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	4
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	3
STEERING	3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	3
POWER TRAIN	3
SERVICE BRAKES	2
STRUCTURE:BODY	1
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL	1

Incident date: Mar 2, 2026

Rearview camera has been faulty for years and there is still not a fix. I have almost hit people reversing bc of this issue. I will be backing up and the camera is fine and then all of the sudden it messes up with lines and weird colors in the middle of backing up. This is dangerous and hazardous.

Incident date: Mar 5, 2026

on or around 12/15/2024 (42257 miles on vehicle) jeep will power on start and stop, all alights on dashboard light, unable to shift into or out of gear when parked. When driving but stopped at a red light car shut off. Attempted to restart unable to, car put into park attempted to restart lights ca... Read more

Incident date: Jan 10, 2026

It was the XXX recall for the DTC P0442/check engine light code. The dealership said that the recall had been satisfied in 6/2020 by putting a buffer in to separate the 2 lines but not replacing the part. Now the exact same code DTC P0442/check engine light in the exact spot that occurred for the or... Read more

Incident date: Jan 10, 2026

Incident date: Jan 6, 2026

After a bad OTA update in October, in November before the stop charge recall was issued I noticed on Nov 21, when in "ELECTRIC" mode, after 10 or so minutes of driving the vehicle loses the ability to accelerate past half application of the accelerator. This lack of power continues until the accele... Read more

Incident date: Jan 6, 2026

Incident date: Nov 7, 2025

While driving my 2019 Porsche Cayenne S on the freeway, the check-engine light came on, followed by a message on the dashboard that read “Engine Control fault – Driving permitted – Visit workshop.” Moments later, the vehicle suddenly lost power and decelerated from about ~75 mph to around 55... Read more

Incident date: Nov 7, 2025

Incident date: Oct 13, 2025

Transmission slipping when accelerating, also shudder when between gears

Incident date: Feb 8, 2024

The tie rod collapsed during routine driving causing the vehicle front end to fall in the road.

Incident date: Sep 22, 2023

I was driving during the rain with the wipers on (intermittent) and the auto start/stop feature engaged. I got to a red light and stopped. I lifted my foot off the brake to press the accelerator and then the car didn't restart. The instrument panel then said low steering power and another message ab... Read more

Incident date: Oct 5, 2022

Engine failure, requiring all new ignition coils and spark plugs (62,000 miles). Car ran well for 3 weeks, and resumed having acceleration issues, engine/transmission judder and check engine light returned. Brought back to mechanic and replaced a failed ignition coil. Was directed by the mechanic... Read more

Incident date: Oct 5, 2022

Incident date: Jun 15, 2023

Tire pressure monitoring system displays fault at random intervals while vehicle is in motion, primarily associated with the rear axle but affecting all six tires on the vehicle. Tires are not damaged and no indication of rapid deflation or other defect is present. Problem is intermittent but typi... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2023

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. Additionally, the passenger’s side seat headrest exploded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related t... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2023

Incident date: Apr 22, 2023

Engine lost power. The vehicle was brought in 3 times since 10/22 to Atlantic Hyundai in. The last time was 3/23. The motor was finally evaluated and results sent to Hyundai Corporate Headquarters and the told Atlantic to replace the motor. Service manager Tim Turnbull refused to do so and stated he... Read more

Incident date: Apr 22, 2023

There were two incidents, one when my daughter was driving and one when I was driving. We were on a highway going 65 mph and had to brake as we came upon traffic. The car fishtailed/swerved back and forth out of control several times until we could bring the car to a stop. I had to pull onto the sho... Read more

Incident date: Apr 17, 2023

The exhaust manifold on the drivers side has sheared a bolt on the back of the manifold, and has warped. This is more noticeable when the engine is cold, but is also noticeable after the engine has been off for 10-15 minutes. On acceleration, there is a chirping noise that will go away when the meta... Read more

Incident date: Feb 11, 2023

Once again, 3 weeks after the first time it happened, my 2019 ACURA RDX lost ALL power and I had to drift to the side of the road. This occurred on the Baldwin Beach Express and luckily there is not a lot of traffic this time of year so I could get on the shoulder. Car would not restart, all lights ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 31, 2023

The contact owns a 2008 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the key fob failed to open and unlock the doors as well as to deactivate the alarm system. The contact stated that the rear driver’s and passenger’s side windows failed to open fully, and the passenger’s side front door failed to clos... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jan 26, 2023

Crankcase Ventilation Valve malfunction at under 50k. Check engine light is on and I took it into the shop after gas fumes were coming into the car through the ventilation system. I was informed that has been an ongoing issue with Mercedes and I was referred to fill out this document to try and ki... Read more

Incident date: Nov 27, 2022

Vehicle reports Electric Malfunction and then suddenly start getting all warnings like all controls (like steering etc) disabled and vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. Had to get it towed and taken to dealership. They do not have a fix for this problem and no estimates on how long it will ta... Read more

Incident date: Nov 27, 2022

Incident date: Aug 30, 2022

The contact owns a 2020 Audi A6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The brake, transmission, and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the windows inadvertently rolled up and down while driving. The vehicle was... Read more

Incident date: Jul 21, 2022

Gateway unit that is located under the rear seat has an inadequate insulation and is susceptible to liquid exposure and electrical failure. A liquid penetrated the rear seat and short-circuit the gateway while vehicle was moving resulting in a near-accident by shutting down power steering, brakes, ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 21, 2022

Incident date: Mar 3, 2022

On more that one occasion, after starting the car and putting the car in drive, the display continues to show that the car is in PARK. I can drive several hundred feet with the display showing PARK. Then the display will go totally dark and, after several seconds, it will show that the car is in DRI... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2021

Various components and system malfunctioned. Vehicle is in dealership for 3rd time on electrical/software/hardware troubles, SOS module. Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection. The car stopped me on a major highway thinking that I was not available "Emergency Assist, Driver take over the wh... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2021

- Multiple computer/modules/safety features. YES, the vehicle is available for inspection - The Emergency Assist with Driver Not available came on and slowed my car down to the point I almost got rear ended by the truck that came up from behind - The problemS randomly occur and are intermittent, bu... Read more

Incident date: Jun 14, 2021

I have multiple safety features that are suddenly malfunctioning. The care suddenly braked when traveling at 80mph in the HOV lane. The pre sense function suddenly braked the car while another was passing in the opposite direction. The emergency assist tried to steer me into a car in the lane adja... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2021

This issue has been happening since I got the car and is getting worse by the day. The car only has about 11,000 miles and I bought it when it had almost 10,000 miles. Something in the dashboard and behind the instrument panels (A/C Controls and User Screens) makes a lot of Vibration Noises/Sounds ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2021

Incident date: Feb 27, 2021

THE AUTOMATED EMERGENCY BRAKING RANDOMLY KICKS IN.. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES IN THE PAST 3 MONTHS. NOTHING WAS AROUND TO CAUSE THE AEB TO ACTIVATE. THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IF SOMEONE WAS DRIVING BEHIND ME AT THE TIME. IT JOLTED PASSENGERS IN THE CAR. THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 AUDI A6

2020 Audi A6 4 DR AWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover Risk	8.9%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 AUDI A6

1,261 manufacturer communications from 870 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	206
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	139
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	76
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	75
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	62
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	47
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	42
010000 STEERING	41

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Under this service action, Audi dealers will replace the starter-alternator in affected vehicles at no cost to owners. A defective starter-alternator may inhibit start/stop functionality which could increase CO2 and other emissions while th

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a vehicle electrical system warning stored in the ECM, DTC U046900.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when the rear lighting warning is displayed in the instrument cluster; various DTCs are stored in the comfort system control module.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides software update instructions for MIB2+.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record into the PSS Database in instances where there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there is an air suspension malfunction warning in the cluster; DTC C1260F0n or U112100 is stored in the suspension control module.

021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there is an air suspension malfunction warning in the cluster; DTC C1260F0n or U112100 is stored in the suspension control module.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate P008700 - low fuel pressure P042000: Catalyst System,Bank1

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general troubleshooting for connection complaints related to Apple CarPlay.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information regarding ordering replacement parts for ConBox Low.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns in vehicles equipped with quattro Ultra.

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information on the identification of noises in the dynamic steering.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there are multiple warnings, and DTC P0ADB00 is stored in the battery management 2 control module.

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

119110 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM)

This bulletin provides information for when there is a vehicle electrical system warning stored in the ECM, DTC U046900.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a vehicle electrical system warning stored in the ECM, DTC U046900.

119127 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is a 48V MHEV electrical system fault with DTC U04690.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there is a 48V MHEV electrical system fault with DTC U04690.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.

161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.

280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information for when the camera for the front driver assist systems fails to calibrate.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the camera for the front driver assist systems fails to calibrate.

062400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

This bulletin provides information for when the MIL is on, DTC P148D00 and P044200; leak diagnostic pump.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the MIL is on, DTC P148D00 and P044200; leak diagnostic pump.

112100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR:INTEGRATED STARTER(OTHER THAN PROPULSION)

This bulletin provides information for when the starter/generator drive belt is noise or came off; DTC P2BA300 may be stored in the ECM.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the starter/generator drive belt is noise or came off; DTC P2BA300 may be stored in the ECM.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Temp sensor D

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

This bulletin provides information when the car jerks/bucks, or hesitates while driving; DTCs P023600 and/or P010600 are stored in the ECM.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the car jerks/bucks, or hesitates while driving; DTCs P023600 and/or P010600 are stored in the ECM.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This bulletin provides information for when there is a seat belt warning, or a pre-sense warning that appears sporadically while driving; DTC B101C07 is stored in the airbag module.

104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

This bulletin provides information when quattro Ultra has vibrations or binding in tight turns.

171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

This bulletin provides information when the front or rear door lock is not locking, is without function, and/or fault messages in DIS, DTC(s) B122D29, B14FF29 or B122B13.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the front or rear door lock is not locking, is without function, and/or fault messages in DIS, DTC(s) B122D29, B14FF29 or B122B13.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.

162620 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information when DTCs B200FF0, B200FF1, B200FF3, or B200FF4, B200FF5 are stored in the J775 suspension control unit.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for when Apple CarPlay pops up or takes over audio without user intervention in vehicles with the Audi Smartphone Interface.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information for when the low coolant light is illuminated but the coolant level is within specifications.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.

140000 AIR BAGS

This bulletin provides information for when the airbag light is illuminated, DTCs B103613, B101713, B101813, B101904.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

220000 SEATS

This bulletin provides information when the entry assistance for the front seats is inoperative.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information when the entry assistance for the front seats is inoperative.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information for when there is a 48V vehicle electrical system warning; DTC U046900 is stored in the ECM.

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

This bulletin provides information when there is function restriction with event memory P071800 - P276800 (symptom 20736-20737).

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information when there is function restriction with event memory P071800 - P276800 (symptom 20736-20737).

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides service information on noises from the drivetrain duel-mass flywheel.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when the Audi presesnse malfunctions or the driver assist systems are inoperable and DTC C12D5FA is stored.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when the Presense has a malfunction or if driver assist systems are sporadically inoperative; DTC B200FD9 is stored in the driver assist module.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for parking aid inop, DTC B107A16 stored in the driver assistance system with symptom code 233474

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a 48V vehicle electrical system warning; DTC U046900 is stored in the ECM.

115010 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information for when there is a 48V vehicle electrical system warning; DTC U046900 is stored in the ECM.

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides service information when there are noises from the drivetrain, dual mass flywheel.

095100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:FLYWHEEL,BEARINGS

This bulletin provides service information when there are noises from the drivetrain, dual mass flywheel.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information when the night vision is sporadically inoperative; DTC B11E101, B11E201.

118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when there is a 48V vehicle electrical system warning; DTC U046900 is stored in the ECM.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the air conditioning cooling is diminished, and/or the compressor is noisy.

036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information for when there is a function restriction with event memory entry P071800 - P276800 (symptom 20736 - 20737).

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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.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2001

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

RQ, Closed , Model Year: 1998

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

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1998

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

EA, Closed , Model Year: 1999

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

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1999

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.

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1998

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

PE, Closed , Model Year: 1998

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 (current)	9	39
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	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

Other AUDI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
Q5	151	1,727	View
A8	138	357	View
Q7	134	1,343	View
A4	129	3,629	View
A7	120	209	View
S6	118	187	View
S3	111	122	View
A5	100	418	View

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