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Audi A6 Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 14 model years, NHTSA lists 58 recalls and 426 owner complaints for the Audi A6. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Audi A6 by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Audi A6 | 0 | 7 | |
| 2025 Audi A6 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2024 Audi A6 | 0 | 3 | |
| 2023 Audi A6 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2021 Audi A6 | 11 | 18 | |
| 2020 Audi A6 | 9 | 26 | |
| 2019 Audi A6 | 7 | 114 | |
| 2018 Audi A6 | 2 | 2 | |
| 2017 Audi A6 | 3 | 20 | |
| 2016 Audi A6 | 3 | 51 | |
| 2015 Audi A6 | 4 | 22 | |
| 2014 Audi A6 | 4 | 41 | |
| 2013 Audi A6 | 6 | 52 | |
| 2012 Audi A6 | 8 | 60 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Audi models.
Audi A6: questions owners ask
Which Audi A6 year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Audi A6 model years with the most are the 2019 (114), 2012 (60) and 2013 (52). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Audi A6 years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2018 (2), 2023 (2) and 2024 (3), out of 12 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Audi A6 have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 11 Audi A6 model years, 58 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2021 (11), 2020 (9) and 2012 (8). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Audi A6 years have the most stalling complaints?
37 owner complaints across 6 Audi A6 model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2019 (13), 2012 (7) and 2016 (7) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi A6 years have the most airbag complaints?
22 owner complaints across 3 Audi A6 model years describe airbag warning lights or airbag faults. The most were filed for the 2013 (12), 2012 (7) and 2014 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi A6 years have the most check engine light complaints?
19 owner complaints across 4 Audi A6 model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2012 (6), 2016 (6) and 2013 (4) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi A6 years have the most overheating complaints?
13 owner complaints across 3 Audi A6 model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2013 (5), 2016 (5) and 2012 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi A6 years have the most fuel smell or fuel leak complaints?
12 owner complaints across 2 Audi A6 model years describe a fuel or gasoline smell, or a fuel leak. The most were filed for the 2012 (7) and 2014 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi A6 years have the most power steering complaints?
12 owner complaints across 3 Audi A6 model years describe power steering failing, locking up or turning heavy. The most were filed for the 2019 (5), 2014 (4) and 2013 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Audi A6 fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Audi A6's first-time failure rate ranged from 6.7% for cars first registered in 2021 to 29.6% for 2010, across 12 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were tyres, lights and electrics, suspension. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.