The vehicle dossier US · 2016
2016 Audi
A6Problems & recalls
51 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Engine appears in 19 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 51 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 11 years with reports.
25,602 miles is the median among 24 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 15,000–40,000 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
3 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAILCampaign 19V035000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 24DP
Read campaign 19V035000 at NHTSAELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGCampaign 18V862000
Reported concern
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 82C1.
Manufacturer campaign: 82C1
Read campaign 18V862000 at NHTSAAIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATIONCampaign 18V370000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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 campaign: 74D5
Read campaign 18V370000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
1,010 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
TSB_2074436_3This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.NHTSA ID 11036917
This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036917 at NHTSATSB_2069904_3This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.NHTSA ID 11036911
This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036911 at NHTSATSB_2069078_4This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).NHTSA ID 11036909
This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036909 at NHTSATSB_2068999_4This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.NHTSA ID 11036908
This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036908 at NHTSATSB_2067132_4This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.NHTSA ID 11036906
This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036906 at NHTSASM 35-2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.NHTSA ID 11036867
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036867 at NHTSATSB_2076945_2This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.NHTSA ID 11036922
This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036922 at NHTSATSB_2079732_2This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.NHTSA ID 11036934
This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036934 at NHTSATSB_2075120_3This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.NHTSA ID 11036921
This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036921 at NHTSATSB_20741717_15This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.NHTSA ID 11036915
This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036915 at NHTSATSB_2072304_4This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.NHTSA ID 11036914
This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036914 at NHTSATSB_2082846_1This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00.NHTSA ID 11035854
This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035854 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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