The Lemon Index2018 Audi A6. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 100% |
| Fuel system | 100% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 50% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
19V035000 Jan 2019 Fuel System, Gasoline / Fuel Injection System / Fuel Rail
Defect. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy. Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
18V370000 Jun 2018 Air Bags / Sensor / Occupant Classification
Defect. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Risk. If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Manufacturer communications 702
Audi filed 702 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This bulletin contains instructions for oil leaking from the vehicle without a DTC
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC P052E00 is stored with noise coming…
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there are noises in the engine compartment…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Audi A6 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | No |
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (AM-S7) | FWD | 25 / 34 / 28 | Premium | $2,750 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S8) | AWD | 22 / 31 / 26 | Premium | $3,000 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | Auto (S8) | AWD | 20 / 29 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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