2025 AUDI Q6 E-TRON

3 recalls, 66 complaints - 5/5 safety rating

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
27,768 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
25V226000 Apr 9, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 and Q6 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed or deactivated after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visib... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera with a delayed or deactivated image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 916C.
98 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
25V225000 Apr 9, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron vehicles. The rearview camera may show a blurry image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A blurry rearview image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera. In addition, dealers will inspect and replace surround view cameras as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number... Read more
313 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

66 total complaints 2 crashes 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
UNKNOWN OR OTHER11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
ENGINE9
SERVICE BRAKES5
STRUCTURE:BODY4
POWER TRAIN4
VISIBILITY/WIPER3
SUSPENSION2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL2
STEERING2
TIRES Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Aug 11, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Alenza AS Ultra, Tire Size: 285/45/R20, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that the rear tires indicated premature tread wear. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that similar failures w... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 9, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2026
While driving my Audi Q6 e-tron on the highway, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of propulsion and nearly all vehicle electrical/display functions. The instrument cluster and dashboard went completely black, and the vehicle would no longer respond to accelerator input. I was able t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 9, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2026
While driving my Audi Q6 e-tron on the highway, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of propulsion and nearly all vehicle electrical/display functions. The instrument cluster and dashboard went completely black, and the vehicle would no longer respond to accelerator input. I was able t... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 9, 2026
Incident date: Jul 31, 2026
While driving my Audi Q6 e-tron on the highway, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of propulsion and nearly all vehicle electrical/display functions. The instrument cluster and dashboard went completely black, and the vehicle would no longer respond to accelerator input. I was able t... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 5, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
On XXX, I was driving my Audi Q6 e-tron southbound on [XXX] in the HOV lane at highway speed with my family inside. Without warning, the vehicle suffered a complete power failure, dropping instantly to zero acceleration.Because I had no propulsion, I was forced to coast the unpowered vehicle across ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 5, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
On XXX, I was driving my Audi Q6 e-tron southbound on [XXX] in the HOV lane at highway speed with my family inside. Without warning, the vehicle suffered a complete power failure, dropping instantly to zero acceleration.Because I had no propulsion, I was forced to coast the unpowered vehicle across ... Read more
ENGINE Jul 5, 2026
Incident date: Jul 4, 2026
On XXX, I was driving my Audi Q6 e-tron southbound on [XXX] in the HOV lane at highway speed with my family inside. Without warning, the vehicle suffered a complete power failure, dropping instantly to zero acceleration.Because I had no propulsion, I was forced to coast the unpowered vehicle across ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
For more than three months, my Audi Q6 e-tron has been sitting at the dealership with an unresolved issue that they have failed to diagnose or repair. This prolonged inaction is unacceptable, and the near-total lack of communication or meaningful updates only compounds the problem. It is alarming t... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 5, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
For more than three months, my Audi Q6 e-tron has been sitting at the dealership with an unresolved issue that they have failed to diagnose or repair. This prolonged inaction is unacceptable, and the near-total lack of communication or meaningful updates only compounds the problem. It is alarming t... Read more
ENGINE Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
Premature Head Gasket Failure at 75,000 miles
STRUCTURE:BODY Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
Sunroof won't fully close which becomes a big issue when driving or parking the vehicle in the rain. Kia dealership diagnosed that the full sunroof assembly needs to be replaced at a total expense of $6,441.56 since the vehicle is out of the 5-year warranty period. No warning messages were displayed... Read more
ENGINE Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Oct 1, 2025
Vehicle experienced catastrophic engine failure while traveling approximately 70 mph on a highway. I heard a loud popping noise and immediately lost power. The vehicle would no longer accelerate normally and I was forced to pull over. White smoke was visible from the engine compartment, and a large ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
After putting washer fluid in, my son closed the hood. The hood did not latch. He tried again but it still didn’t latch. He lifted the hood to find the hood striker had come off the hood. There was nothing to hold the hood closed. I’ve included photos of the striker welds. There is no rust or t... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS May 31, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
I have a 2026 Hyundai Tucson 2500 miles. It has slammed on the brakes. At least 6 times since I've owned the vehicle for forward collision to the point where it could have put me in danger. And I could have been in an accident one time it occurred when I was making a curve, there was oncoming traffi... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM May 31, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
On May 6, 2026, while operating the vehicle on a neighborhood street, the vehicle experienced a sudden, violent, and dangerous failure. After accelerating away from a stop sign, the vehicle was traveling at approximately 20-25 mph when, simultaneous with a warning message, it came to an immediate a... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 31, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
On May 6, 2026, while operating the vehicle on a neighborhood street, the vehicle experienced a sudden, violent, and dangerous failure. After accelerating away from a stop sign, the vehicle was traveling at approximately 20-25 mph when, simultaneous with a warning message, it came to an immediate a... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 15, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2026
The car software at times disables all driving assistance features. The car also shuts down often with warning. Dealership cannot do anything or find a solution. It’s not safe to drive these vehicles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 15, 2026
Incident date: Mar 10, 2026
The car software at times disables all driving assistance features. The car also shuts down often with warning. Dealership cannot do anything or find a solution. It’s not safe to drive these vehicles
AIR BAGS May 14, 2026
Incident date: May 14, 2026
he contact owns a 2026 Audi E6. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, another driver abruptly cut in front of the contact’s vehicle in ongoing traffic, causing the contact to t-bone the other vehicle. The contact stated that none of the air bags deployed in the contact’s... Read more
Crash 2 injured
SERVICE BRAKES May 7, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Automatic Emergency Breaking sometimes occurs while driving in rainy weather even when there are no obstructions in the front of the vehicle. This causes spinouts and exccessive wear and tear on break pads and rotors. Also, many shops and dealerships are having issues with putting 2022 year model ou... Read more
WHEELS May 7, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Airbag light staying on dash and the passenger seat does not register a person sitting in it. The passage seat bag alert does not making a sound
STEERING May 7, 2026
Incident date: Feb 6, 2026
Airbag light staying on dash and the passenger seat does not register a person sitting in it. The passage seat bag alert does not making a sound
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 30, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
After Triumph recall myself and many rocket owners are still experiencing brake failure on our bikes. We are being forced by triumph to dealer to bleed brakes at our cost. This does not fix the issue as brakes keep failing. Additionally, on my bike this is causing the hill hold indicator light to in... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 30, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
NHTSA Campaign 09V444000 for 2000-2003 Toyota Tundra to address severe corrosion on the rear frame cross-member section or rear brake lining proportion valve. Vehicle was apparently treated with CRC in 2010, but vehicle continued to rust severely in the specified recall zone, even after Toyota Safet... Read more
POWER TRAIN Apr 30, 2026
Incident date: Apr 13, 2026
While traveling South on [XXX] toward [XXX] , the vehicle suffered a sudden and catastrophic internal failure of the CVT transmission. This resulted in an immediate and dangerous loss of motive power while in motion on a busy roadway. My husband (who was driving at the time) was forced to manually ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that after the vehicle sat for a while on several occasions and was then driven, there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. While driving on those occasions, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. Th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
I feel like the manufacture has failed to remedy recall 25V-655 in a timely manner. Not being able to fast charge is not a workable solution for the function of the car.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Apr 10, 2026
Was driving my vehicle and the service light came on that said (SVC 4X4) when I took the vehicle in the Fury Dealership to get a diagnostic check, I was told that my PTU system need to be replaced and it would cost $4500.00 to repair, upon doing some research it seems that Jeep Cherokee has had MANY... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
I was hit by a school bus on the interstate and my air bags didn't deploy. My car is throwing a code that all 4 did.
Crash 1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES Mar 27, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2025
Complaint Description: I am filing a complaint regarding a severe brake assist failure in my 2014 Ford Fusion. The vehicle has experienced a repeated loss of brake assist, resulting in a hard brake pedal and increased stopping distance. Despite multiple visits to the dealership, only the vacuum pump... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION Mar 27, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rear-view camera image was upside down, and then the screen went black. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure ... Read more
SEAT BELTS Mar 27, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2025
The vehicle exhibits multiple critical safety defects that pose a severe risk to my life and the lives of my children. Most notably, the steering system performs sudden, unintended maneuvers and the steering wheel moves with dangerous abruptness without driver input. Additionally, severe electrical ... Read more
ENGINE Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
I am submitting this complaint to report what I believe to be a serious and systemic safety defect involving GM 6.2L engines equipped with fuel efficiency systems such as Active Fuel Management (AFM) or Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM). I have experienced catastrophic engine failure in two separate GM... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
I am reporting a water intrusion issue in my 2019 BMW X3 involving both the roof-mounted “shark fin” antenna and the sunroof. Water enters the vehicle during normal rain conditions and has caused failure of the emergency call (SOS) system. This presents a serious safety concern, as the emergenc... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Mar 21, 2026
I am reporting a water intrusion issue in my 2019 BMW X3 involving both the roof-mounted “shark fin” antenna and the sunroof. Water enters the vehicle during normal rain conditions and has caused failure of the emergency call (SOS) system. This presents a serious safety concern, as the emergenc... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Dec 21, 2025
2018 Toyota Highlander Platinum started with a whine noise, vibration, and went into limp mode. The transmission has been noted to needing to be replaced. I am currently at 75,453 miles and started to hear the whine at around 65,000 miles. This car is not safe to drive.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Dec 21, 2025
2018 Toyota Highlander Platinum started with a whine noise, vibration, and went into limp mode. The transmission has been noted to needing to be replaced. I am currently at 75,453 miles and started to hear the whine at around 65,000 miles. This car is not safe to drive.
POWER TRAIN Feb 17, 2026
Incident date: Dec 21, 2025
2018 Toyota Highlander Platinum started with a whine noise, vibration, and went into limp mode. The transmission has been noted to needing to be replaced. I am currently at 75,453 miles and started to hear the whine at around 65,000 miles. This car is not safe to drive.
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jan 10, 2026
Incident date: Jan 8, 2026
While using cruise control at highway speed, the car suddenly slams on the breaks causing major panic. Oversteering onto incoming traffic and cars following are affected slamming on their breaks to avoid contact. Have contacted Tesla Service Center multiple times addressing the problem (Phantom brea... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jan 10, 2026
Incident date: Jan 8, 2026
While using cruise control at highway speed, the car suddenly slams on the breaks causing major panic. Oversteering onto incoming traffic and cars following are affected slamming on their breaks to avoid contact. Have contacted Tesla Service Center multiple times addressing the problem (Phantom brea... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jan 10, 2026
Incident date: Jan 8, 2026
While using cruise control at highway speed, the car suddenly slams on the breaks causing major panic. Oversteering onto incoming traffic and cars following are affected slamming on their breaks to avoid contact. Have contacted Tesla Service Center multiple times addressing the problem (Phantom brea... Read more
SUSPENSION Jan 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 3, 2026
Invoice no. XXX Frame recall. I have a receipt stating…”J# 20TOZFRAM,;CS FRAM Inspection TECY(S):351 Warrenty inspected Frame, Frame failed, perforation, Replaced Frame at Dealer”. Except they did not replace the frame, I have a receipt stating they replaced the “ spare tire rack assembly. ... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER Jan 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH on a dirt road in Death Valley National Park for 30 miles, the passenger’s side front shock failed, then the driver’s side front shock and driver’s side rear shock failed. There were no warning light... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jan 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 3, 2026
ABS issues lights came on due to malfunctioning part. The part is unavailable and appears to no longer be available. Failure appeared a year ago and have been trying to find someone to replace. After taking to multiple shops, the last one finally told us the part is no longer available. With this be... Read more
ENGINE Dec 28, 2025
Incident date: Nov 28, 2025
Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am submitting this email to formally report a potential vehicle safety defect involving my 2022 Toyota Corolla. Vehicle information: - Make/Model: 2022 Toyota Corolla - In-service date: 08/18/2022 My vehicle sustained significant wiring d... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Dec 28, 2025
Incident date: Nov 28, 2025
Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am submitting this email to formally report a potential vehicle safety defect involving my 2022 Toyota Corolla. Vehicle information: - Make/Model: 2022 Toyota Corolla - In-service date: 08/18/2022 My vehicle sustained significant wiring d... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 28, 2025
Incident date: Nov 28, 2025
After multiple software OTA updates due to previous NHTSA recalls, the rear backup camera consistently has issues to where the image of the rear of the vehicle cannot temporarily be displayed.
ENGINE Dec 25, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
The vehicle has a recurring safety-related defect where there is a long, unpredictable pause (1–3 seconds) between pressing the accelerator from a stop and the truck actually accelerating. This hesitation occurs when pulling away from a stop sign, traffic light, or after braking to a stop in traff... Read more
POWER TRAIN Dec 25, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
The vehicle has a recurring safety-related defect where there is a long, unpredictable pause (1–3 seconds) between pressing the accelerator from a stop and the truck actually accelerating. This hesitation occurs when pulling away from a stop sign, traffic light, or after braking to a stop in traff... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 25, 2025
Incident date: Oct 21, 2025
The Ford SYNC infotainment system failed and produced no audio and no hands-free phone functionality. This created a safety risk because the driver could not use hands-free calling and could not hear navigation prompts, warning chimes, or system alerts, increasing distraction while driving. A Ford ... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 AUDI Q6 E-TRON

2025 Audi Q6 e-tron SUV RWD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 10.3%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard
Lane Departure WarningStandard

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

AUDI Q6 E-TRON - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the AUDI Q6 E-TRON across all model years (2025, 2025).

3 Total Recalls
69 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
2 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

AUDI Q6 E-TRON - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 0 3 View
2025 (current) 3 66

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