2022 AUDI A6

5 recalls, 4 complaints - 798 TSBs

25V900000 Dec 19, 2025
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.
22V861000 Nov 21, 2022
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.
22V806000 Oct 26, 2022
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 ve... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
6,076 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V368000 May 23, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A6 Sedan, A4 Sedan, Q5, and Q5 Sportback vehicles. The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
72 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
22V155000 Mar 14, 2022
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.

Complaint Statistics

4 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
VISIBILITY/WIPER1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
VISIBILITY/WIPER Feb 20, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2025
Rear window shattered.. I was sitting in parking lot and heard a loud noise like a gun shot.. when I looked around I saw a hole in my back window and cracking noise. No cars were around me
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Feb 20, 2026
Incident date: Feb 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed on the freeway, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated around a corner, with the floor mat stuck under the pedal. The driver depressed the brake pedal for an extended time, but the vehicl... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 13, 2024
Incident date: Jun 10, 2024
The infotainment screen kept moving on its own disconnecting my map while driving. I took it to Mazda and they updated the software but the infotainment continued to malfunction . The same issue happened with Mazda CX vehicles in 2016 and 2017 and they issued a recall for those cars. My 2020 CX-5 is... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 13, 2024
Incident date: Jun 10, 2024
The infotainment screen kept moving on its own disconnecting my map while driving. I took it to Mazda and they updated the software but the infotainment continued to malfunction . The same issue happened with Mazda CX vehicles in 2016 and 2017 and they issued a recall for those cars. My 2020 CX-5 is... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2022 AUDI A6

798 manufacturer communications from 563 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT93
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM90
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER56
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL50
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL48
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL30
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING28
010000 STEERING25
A272472205883114 Apr 26, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is a vehicle electrical system warning stored in the ECM, DTC U046900.
A9024852073747_1 Apr 22, 2024
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.
A9124022062466_5 Apr 18, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).
A9124022062466_5 Apr 18, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).
SM 23-2024 Apr 17, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
A9024842032113_9 Apr 16, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.
A7224542072225_2 Apr 12, 2024
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.
A9424792063739_2 Apr 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.
AVIN4PIN20240412 Apr 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate P008700 - low fuel pressure U060B00 - no com to G31 boost pressure sensor Airbag light on, DTCs B101704, B
A9024832059335_5 Apr 11, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.
A9424762073332_2 Apr 8, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.
A9124992073629_1 Apr 8, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.
A9124992073629_1 Apr 8, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.
A9124982073627_1 Apr 8, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there is a wrong way driver warning in the MMI with MIB3.
A8724712071139_3 Apr 5, 2024
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when HVAC setting adjustment is not possible.
A4324852059363_5 Apr 5, 2024
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.
A4324852059363_5 Apr 5, 2024
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.
A0124172066675_7 Apr 4, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS Database in instances where the MIL is on and DTC P240700 is stored; Evap leak detection pump circuit.
AVin4Pin20240403 Apr 4, 2024
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
A9124942073582_1 Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides general troubleshooting for connection complaints related to Apple CarPlay.
AVin4Pin20240404 Apr 4, 2024
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
A2724712067906_5 Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.
A3924602059057_8 Apr 3, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns in vehicles equipped with quattro Ultra.
A6924082073566_1 Apr 3, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
This repair authorization requests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center in instances where the Airbag warning lamp is on, DTC B101704, B103604.
A5724342017082_1 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.
A9124902073135_2 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a PSS Database record in instances where the radio favorites are lost/shortcuts are greyed out in vehicles with MIB3.
A9124932059528_8 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the DTC B200096 or B200000 is stored in the telematics control module; ConBox High.
A8724702064077_4 Mar 29, 2024
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.
SM 22-2024 Mar 29, 2024
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.
A9124892069112_5 Mar 29, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on various improvements for MIB 3.
A9124892069112_5 Mar 29, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on various improvements for MIB 3.
A4824642063546_4 Mar 20, 2024
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information on the identification of noises in the dynamic steering.
SM 19-2024 Mar 19, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
A7024892044417_1 Mar 13, 2024
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
A2724702066205_2 Mar 13, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when there are multiple warnings, and DTC P0ADB00 is stored in the battery management 2 control module.
A9424742073332_1 Mar 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.
A9424742073332_1 Mar 12, 2024
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.
A1924552061918_6 Mar 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.
A1924552061918_6 Mar 12, 2024
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.
A272469205883113 Mar 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is a vehicle electrical system warning stored in the ECM, DTC U046900.
A272469205883113 Mar 12, 2024
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.
A942473201274917 Mar 9, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.
A942473201274917 Mar 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.
A2724682073284_1 Mar 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there is a 48V MHEV electrical system fault with DTC U04690.
A2724682073284_1 Mar 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when there is a 48V MHEV electrical system fault with DTC U04690.
A9424722073282_1 Mar 9, 2024
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
A9424722073282_1 Mar 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
A4024752047920_9 Mar 8, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.
A4024752047920_9 Mar 8, 2024
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.
A1324242061461_9 Mar 8, 2024
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.
A1324242061461_9 Mar 8, 2024
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.
A2024672073032_1 Mar 8, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when the MIL is on, DTC P148D00 and P044200; leak diagnostic pump.
A2024672073032_1 Mar 8, 2024
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.
SM 17-2024 Mar 5, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
SM 17-2024 Mar 5, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
AVIN4PIN20240305 Mar 5, 2024
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
AVIN4PIN20240305 Mar 5, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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
AVIN4PIN20240305 Mar 5, 2024
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
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
AVIN4PIN20240305 Mar 5, 2024
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
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
A0124112062323_3 Mar 4, 2024
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.
A0124112062323_3 Mar 4, 2024
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.
SM 14-2024 Feb 27, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
SM 14-2024 Feb 27, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
A9124772073135_1 Feb 23, 2024
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that a record be added to the PSS database in instances where the radio favorites are lost, shortcuts are greyed out on lower screen with MIB3 vehicles.
A9124762073134_1 Feb 23, 2024
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the star button function assignment is lost on the multifunction steering wheel is lost sporadically.
A9124742069112_4 Feb 23, 2024
118200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:VIDEO MONITOR/SCREEN
This bulletin provides information on various improvements for MIB 3.
A6924072056421_8 Feb 23, 2024
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.
A3924582059057_7 Feb 15, 2024
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
This bulletin provides information when quattro Ultra has vibrations or binding in tight turns.
A5724312063236_5 Feb 15, 2024
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.
A5724312063236_5 Feb 15, 2024
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.
A9124702062466_4 Feb 15, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).
A9124702062466_4 Feb 15, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).
A9124702062466_4 Feb 15, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).
A5524892062669_3 Feb 15, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.
A5524892062669_3 Feb 15, 2024
162620 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.
A9124662071056_3 Feb 9, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information for when Outlook contacts are not accessible via the MMI with Apple devices.
A9124662071056_3 Feb 9, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides information for when Outlook contacts are not accessible via the MMI with Apple devices.
A9124682072959_1 Feb 9, 2024
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.
A4324812067531_3 Feb 9, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin provides information when DTCs B200FF0, B200FF1, B200FF3, or B200FF4, B200FF5 are stored in the J775 suspension control unit.
A9124622072901_1 Feb 7, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin provides information when the wireless connection for the Audi Smartphone Interface drops out in specific areas.
A6924062072911_1 Feb 7, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
This bulletin provides information for when the airbag light is illuminated, DTCs B103613, B101713, B101813, B101904.
A9124632044694_3 Feb 7, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
A1924492061918_5 Feb 7, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information for when the low coolant light is illuminated but the coolant level is within specifications.
A9024742065960_3 Feb 6, 2024
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information for when the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.
A9024742065960_3 Feb 6, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.
A9024752064983_7 Feb 6, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is a pixel error in the Audi virtual cockpit.
A9024752064983_7 Feb 6, 2024
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information for when there is a pixel error in the Audi virtual cockpit.
A9024762068380_3 Feb 6, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when the Audi virtual cockpit is blank, DTC B200049, symptom code 10485833)
A9024762068380_3 Feb 6, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information when the Audi virtual cockpit is blank, DTC B200049, symptom code 10485833)
A9024772065932_2 Feb 6, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the Audi virtual cockpit has a white sheen.
A9024772065932_2 Feb 6, 2024
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information when the Audi virtual cockpit has a white sheen.
A702486204441710 Jan 30, 2024
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
A702486204441710 Jan 30, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
A9024722072065_2 Jan 22, 2024
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin provides information when there are flickering lines in Audi virtual cockpit.
A272465205883112 Jan 18, 2024
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin provides information for when there is a 48V vehicle electrical system warning; DTC U046900 is stored in the ECM.
A3424672067653_6 Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information when there is function restriction with event memory P071800 - P276800 (symptom 20736-20737).
A1524462072713_1 Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides service information on noises from the drivetrain duel-mass flywheel.
A3424672067653_6 Jan 12, 2024
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).
A272364205883111 Dec 22, 2023
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.
A0023822047812_7 Dec 22, 2023
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.

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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
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
RQ06003 Opened: Feb 27, 2006 , Closed: Jul 20, 2006
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
PE04023 Opened: Mar 5, 2004 , Closed: Jun 30, 2004
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
EA03025 Opened: Nov 25, 2003 , Closed: May 7, 2004
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
PE03035 Opened: Jul 25, 2003 , Closed: Nov 25, 2003
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.
PE03019 Opened: May 15, 2003 , Closed: Sep 17, 2003
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
PE99001 Opened: Jan 1, 1999 , Closed: Mar 24, 1999
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 (current) 5 4
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 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