2025 AUDI A6
2 recalls, 11 complaints - 83 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
25V899000 Dec 19, 2025
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat bel... Read more
Consequence
An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs)... Read more
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jul 8, 2026
Incident date: Jul 8, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, traction control, and several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the failure was persistent. Additionally, while attempting to shift into drive(D), the gear shifter failed to shift into dri... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 18, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
OnStar system on the vehicle is busted. Because of this the accident detection no longer works and the GPS is stuck in no mans land which makes it impossible to use their app to figure out charging percentage, how far and route to take to the nearest charging station.
ENGINE
Apr 18, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
I brought this truck brand new. Had issues the first couple days of purchase that was a quick fix, but as time went on things got worse. Truck always stalling out, engine has been replaced once already due to a recall and months after the first replacement, it stalled out on me again in the middle o... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 18, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
I brought this truck brand new. Had issues the first couple days of purchase that was a quick fix, but as time went on things got worse. Truck always stalling out, engine has been replaced once already due to a recall and months after the first replacement, it stalled out on me again in the middle o... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
I was at stop light went to take my foot off brake to go when light was green car shut completely off. I quickly put hazard lights on then put car in park to restart car. Lucky car didn’t rear in me. Safety recall •Vehicle shuts off in traffic •Unsafe to drive •Loss of wages •No transporta... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
The airbag SRS sensor on the passenger side cuts on even if someone is sitting in the passenger seat. Then it will randomly cut off when no one is in the passenger seat. I’m concerned that if I was to have a wreck then someone could die. I called the Subaru dealership when I first noticed it 2 yea... Read more
SEATS
Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Aug 5, 2025
The airbag SRS sensor on the passenger side cuts on even if someone is sitting in the passenger seat. Then it will randomly cut off when no one is in the passenger seat. I’m concerned that if I was to have a wreck then someone could die. I called the Subaru dealership when I first noticed it 2 yea... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 29, 2026
Incident date: Jan 13, 2026
Vehicle equipped with a 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine developed loud ticking noises, engine misfires, and loss of power while driving. The vehicle hesitated during acceleration and could not reliably maintain speed, creating a safety risk in traffic. An authorized dealership pulled diagnostic trouble co... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 26, 2025
Check engine light was on and off intermittently for a few months starting in march of 2025. No immediate problem then, vehicle had 89 90k miles. In August. The vehicles coolant was leaking into the engine . Rendering a misfire in the cylinder and blowing the head gasket after mechanical diagnosis ... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 26, 2025
Check engine light was on and off intermittently for a few months starting in march of 2025. No immediate problem then, vehicle had 89 90k miles. In August. The vehicles coolant was leaking into the engine . Rendering a misfire in the cylinder and blowing the head gasket after mechanical diagnosis ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 1, 2025
Incident date: Sep 26, 2025
While under warranty the passenger side headlamp unit was replaced. This was about one year ago- now the drive side has gone out on a car that is less than 3 years old. The dealership quoted me $1792.33 for this repair. There is no reason why these should be going out when they are LED. I am part of... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2025 AUDI A6
83 manufacturer communications from 60 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 18 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 6 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 5 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 4 |
| 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
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).
A9024842032113_9
Apr 16, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.
A9424792063739_2
Apr 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.
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.
A9124962073585_1
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the myAudi app gives the message "Remote Start Fails with Error, "Timestamp error has occurred".
A2724712067906_5
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.
A9124942073582_1
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides general troubleshooting for connection complaints related to Apple CarPlay.
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.
A5724342017082_1
Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.
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.
A2724682073284_1
Mar 9, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when there is a 48V MHEV electrical system fault with DTC U04690.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
A9124632044694_3
Feb 7, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
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.
A4223542038689_8
Dec 12, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.
A4223542038689_8
Dec 12, 2023
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
This bulletin provides information when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.
A9123512065728_6
Nov 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.
A9123512065728_6
Nov 22, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.
A9123512065728_6
Nov 22, 2023
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.
A9023562032113_8
Nov 16, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.
A2723622069747_5
Nov 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.
A2723622069747_5
Nov 15, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.
A9023552055188_7
Nov 15, 2023
284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when the individual overhead view cameras are inoperative, the picture is blurry or fogged up, DTCs B200FFA, B127C04, C12AE02.
A6923012059201_7
Nov 15, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin provides information for when high beam assist or traffic sign detection limited, DTC 12B3FD may be stored in the DAS control module.
A9023532058077_8
Nov 15, 2023
282000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.
A9023532058077_8
Nov 15, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.
A9123462064681_4
Nov 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when the wireless charging does not work.
A6623042030471_7
Nov 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides information for when the license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
A9023522059891_5
Nov 10, 2023
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
This bulletin provides information for the Audi pre sense restricted function icon displayed after the engine is started.
A0023812070568_2
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.
A9023492071958_1
Oct 30, 2023
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
This bulletin provides information for when the DTC C12D5FA is stored; Audi adaptive light, Audi pre sense fault, and Audi cruise assist inoperable.
A9423672071954_1
Oct 30, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
A9423672071954_1
Oct 30, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
A0023782066297_4
Oct 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information related to the VIN-4-PIN Program.
A0023782066297_4
Oct 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information related to the VIN-4-PIN Program.
A5523802067818_2
Oct 16, 2023
118340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA):CONTROL MODULE
This bulletin provides information for when the gesture-controlled rear lid is not working, B13034A.
A0023762071721_1
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).
A0123812028842_4
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).
A0023762071721_1
Oct 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).
A0023752066297_3
Oct 9, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.
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.
A9223372056963_2
Oct 2, 2023
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides information on repairing the corrugated hose for the windshield washer system.
A912330206211511
Sep 20, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information on reinstalling the navigation database when DTC B126CF0 and/or B126CF1 is stored in the 005F.
A462350202258412
Sep 18, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information on brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.
A4623522054385_3
Sep 18, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information for when the brakes creak at an almost standstill.
A4623512051095_8
Sep 18, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information on brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.
A442303202256323
Sep 15, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information for when a steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation is reported.
A4623492067132_2
Sep 15, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information on for when there is corrosion on the friction surface of a steel brake disc.
A462348203418124
Sep 14, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information on brake noise analysis and handling.
A0023732061669_2
Sep 13, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on workshop mode with Audi connect vehicles.
A0023732061669_2
Sep 13, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin provides information on workshop mode with Audi connect vehicles.
A4023682047920_8
Sep 7, 2023
163100 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the front end dash panel when the vehicle is moving.
A0023712070568_1
Sep 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO NVH Tool.
A9123262071264_1
Aug 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A9123262071264_1
Aug 23, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A912325206211510
Aug 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains instructions to reinstall the navigation database in the presence of DTC B126CF1 stored in the 005F.
A912325206211510
Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions to reinstall the navigation database in the presence of DTC B126CF1 stored in the 005F.
A4423022065160_2
Aug 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when the collapsible wheel does not fully inflate using the toolkit.
A4423022065160_2
Aug 4, 2023
198000 TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
This bulletin provides information for when the collapsible wheel does not fully inflate using the toolkit.
A4223532038689_7
Aug 4, 2023
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
This bulletin provides information for when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.
A4223532038689_7
Aug 4, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin provides information for when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.
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.
44134220225637
Feb 18, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
A6-S6-A
Jan 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Delivery Guidelines.
A6-S6
Jan 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Delivery Guidelines.
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 (current) | 2 | 11 | |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | View |
| 2021 | 11 | 21 | View |
| 2020 | 9 | 39 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 194 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 16 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 2016 | 3 | 77 | View |
| 2015 | 4 | 29 | View |
| 2014 | 4 | 48 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 79 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 86 | View |
| 2011 | 3 | 26 | View |
| 2010 | 3 | 24 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 22 | View |
| 2008 | 4 | 79 | View |
| 2007 | 4 | 63 | View |
| 2006 | 4 | 83 | View |
| 2005 | 3 | 119 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 44 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 85 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 113 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 148 | View |
| 2000 | 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 |