The Lemon IndexAudi A6 recalls.
Every NHTSA recall campaign for the 2000–2025 Audi A6, newest first. Each one is listed once, with the model years it covers.
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Every recall 37
3 filed in the last 12 months. A new recall has had the least time to be fixed, so it's the one most likely still open on a used car.
- Lane assist · recall issued Mar 2026 · model year 2019 New: most likely still open
Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
1,620 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V125000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Dec 2025 · model years 2019–2025 New: most likely still open
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
356,894 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V900000
- Seat belts · recall issued Dec 2025 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt.
27,768 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V899000
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2025 · model year 2021
Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
44,387 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V201000
- Brakes · recall issued Aug 2023 · model years 2019–2021
An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
7,499 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 23V601000
- Electrical · recall issued Nov 2022 · model years 2019–2022
Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
50,883 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V861000
- Equipment · recall issued Oct 2022 · model years 2021–2022
The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started.
6,076 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V806000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Oct 2022 · model year 2021
Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear.
170,296 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V742000
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- Engine · recall issued May 2022 · model year 2022
The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.
72 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V368000
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2022 · model years 2019–2022
The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.
47,238 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V155000
- Tires · recall issued Jan 2022 · model years 2020–2021
The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
31,058 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V034000
- Seat belts · recall issued Aug 2021 · model year 2021
The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
45,496 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V606000
- Suspension · recall issued Apr 2021 · model years 2020–2021
The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
40,993 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V295000
- Airbags · recall issued Mar 2021 · model years 2019–2021
The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.
3,421 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V159000
- Electrical · recall issued Dec 2020 · model year 2021
The electrical connector can detach from the door crash sensor in either of the front doors.
166 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V749000
- Airbags · recall issued May 2020 · model year 2020
The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.
153 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V274000
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2020 · model years 2019–2020 Hybrid only
Moisture may enter the starter generator and cause an electrical short circuit.
5,471 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V153000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2020 · model year 2000
Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.
106,857 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 20V056000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jan 2019 · model years 2016–2018
The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
74,881 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 19V035000
- Electrical · recall issued Dec 2018 · model years 2015–2016
The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
845 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V862000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · model years 2005–2011
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment.
237,947 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V427000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2018 · model years 2012–2018
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.
139,249 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V370000
- Engine · recall issued Apr 2018 · model years 2012–2015
These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the …
342,867 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V229000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2018 · model years 2009–2011
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
10,166 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V004000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Dec 2017 · model years 2012–2014
The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
48,693 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V781000
- Airbags · recall issued Jan 2017 · model years 2005–2009
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
33,421 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V032000
- Engine · recall issued Jan 2017 · model years 2012–2015
These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
342,867 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V002000
- Seat belts · recall issued Dec 2016 · model year 2017
Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly.
5,947 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V955000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Sep 2016 · model years 2012–2013
The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.
28,249 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V646000
- Airbags · recall issued Jun 2016 · model years 2005–2011
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
194,453 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V382000
- Airbags · recall issued Dec 2015 · model years 2012–2013
In vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS), used to enable the front passenger air bags, may malfunction and prevent the passenger-side air bags from deploying in a crash.
21,074 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V823000
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued Jan 2015 · model year 2012
In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
26,008 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 15V019000
- Airbags · recall issued Dec 2011 · model year 2012
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL 2012 AUDI A6 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 8, 2011, THROUGH MAY 26, 2011.
317 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 11V580000
- Body structure · recall issued Aug 2007 · model years 2006–2008
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A MANUAL CLOSE FUNCTION…
- Electrical · recall issued Jun 2006 · model year 2000
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, CERTAIN CONNECTOR PINS IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONNECTOR COME INTO CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT.
- Electrical · recall issued Mar 2004 · model year 2000
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, IF A DRIVER'S KNEES PUSH AGAINST THE KNEE BOLSTER (CRASH ELEMENT) LOCATED UNDER THE DASHBOARD, IT CAN CONTACT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH WIRING HARNESS, AND AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR.
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued May 2001 · model year 2000
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Recalls by model year. Campaigns that cover each year.
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Is one open on your A6?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
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Questions
How many recalls does the Audi A6 have?
37 recall campaigns across model years 2000–2025, from NHTSA. Many campaigns cover several model years; counted once for every model year they cover (the way each year's page counts them), that's 96.
Which Audi A6 year has the most recalls?
The 2021, with 12 campaigns. 2020: 9, 2012: 8, 2019: 7.
What are most Audi A6 recalls about?
Airbags: 10 of the 37 campaigns. Then electrical (8) and fuel system, gasoline (5).
What is the newest Audi A6 recall?
Lane assist, filed Mar 2026 (NHTSA 26V125000): Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
What is the biggest Audi A6 recall?
NHTSA 25V900000 (back over prevention, Dec 2025) covers 356,894 vehicles in all, every model in that campaign. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
How do I check if my Audi A6 has an open recall?
Use its VIN: type it at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Audi dealer. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Audi A6: problems and best years · All Audi recalls · Recall check
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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