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Audi A6
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
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Complaints
1,638
Active records
Recalls
54
Active records
TSBs
4,698
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
3
Injuries
62
Crashes
61
Fires
71
Top reported issues — Audi A6
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Condition issue
Operating state
Reporting mechanism
Safety restraint issue
Fluid issue
Driver assistance issue
Thermal issue
Engine behavior
Braking behavior
Performance issue
Electrical issue
Lighting behavior
Vibration/harshness
Steering behavior
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Smell
Noise
Starting behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Access/entry issue
Infotainment behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
HVAC behavior
Recent change
Ride/handling behavior
Communication/network issue
Electrified system issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2021 AUDI A6
Filed May 15, 2026
My 2021 Audi A6 produces a strong mold and mildew odor from the HVAC/air conditioning system. The smell occurs consistently after the air conditioning is turned off and persists when entering the vehicle. The issue appears to originate from mold growth on the evaporator coil or dampers, likely caused by moisture accumulation and inadequate condensate drainage in the HVAC system. The vehicle was inspected and treated at an authorized Audi dealership; however, the treatment did not resolve the…
2021 AUDI A6
Filed May 11, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Audi A6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated. The engine overheating and the low coolant warning light illuminated. In addition, the engine seized. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and a failed coolant pump vacuum. The contact was informed that the coolant pump vacuum assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact was informed that the…
2021 AUDI A6
Filed May 10, 2026
Thermostat housing and oil cooler bracket leaking coolant with only 56k miles on the car
2019 AUDI A6
Filed May 9, 2026
The central locking / electronic door lock system on my 2019 Audi A6 intermittently malfunctions, sometimes with a long beep sound and an error message appearing on the screen in front of my steering wheel. The affected system is available for inspection upon request. The issue does not happen all the time, but the door sometimes fails to unlock or appears to re-lock while I am trying to open it. In late April 2026, in the morning, I was leaving YogaSource in [XXX] . As I approached my vehicle…
2026 AUDI A6
Filed May 4, 2026
We are reporting serious safety-related faults involving my leased 2026 Audi A6, VIN [XXX] , and a same-model 2026 Audi A6 loaner provided by Audi Central Houston. Core safety issues: 1. My vehicle previously displayed a Park/rollaway warning indicating Park could not be engaged. 2. My vehicle has had repeated starting-system faults, including: “Engine start system: malfunction! Please contact Service.” 3. Our vehicle has been the subject of multiple repair visits at Audi Central Houston and is…
2019 AUDI A6
Filed May 4, 2026
Every single EA839 Audi Engine has piston skirt and cylinder scoring.
2019 AUDI A6
Filed Apr 27, 2026
Shortly after purchasing in 2025 I began having occasional issues with the door locks. Eventually the issue would self resolve but now I have experienced at least 2 times in last month being locked inside the vehicle and unable to exit without climbing into the passenger seat. I have not taken it in for repairs yet due to cost concerns but I am worried about this dangerous situation.
2019 AUDI A6
Filed Apr 22, 2026
Complete shut down of all electrical associated components while driving on highway Loss of power steering loss of braking loss of ability to accelerate transmission failure loss of lane detection, loss of car detection. Diagnosed as , faulty alternator recall repaired and continuation of same electrical failures despite six additional repairs Multiple failures of all electrical components on highway road and side roads
2025 AUDI A6
Filed Apr 18, 2026
On 04/16/2026 at 10:19 my car became unsafe to drive and I had multiple safety errors including: Active front assist unavailable Adaptive cruise assist unavailable Emergency assist unavailable Traffic sign recognition unavailable Adaptive light malfunction High beam assistant malfunction
2021 AUDI A6
Filed Apr 9, 2026
I was driving my vehicle when the engine surged and then a transmission warning light came on and there was an immediate and complete loss of drive power. After the vehicle glided to a stop, there was no drive transmission in either forward or reverse. There was no pre-warning and no earlier incidence that led up to this issue. The vehicle is five years old with 39,834 miles and has had all routine maintenance and mileage interval services performed at the dealership, including its recent…