Audi A6 Recalls (2021-2025)

What recalls does the Audi A6 have?

• 2021-2026 Audi A6 Allroad Backup Camera Recall (25V900) Repeat recall
  December 19, 2025 · 356,894 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

  Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge.

• 2025 Audi SQ6 E-Tron Seat Belt Retractor Recall (25V899) Repeat recall
  December 19, 2025 · 27,768 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

  Risk: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi SQ8 Electrical Software Recall (25V201)
  March 31, 2025 · 44,387 vehicles · Electrical System

  Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.

  Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi S7 Brake Fluid Recall (23V601)
  August 25, 2023 · 7,499 vehicles · Brakes

  An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.

  Risk: Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Audi S7 Electrical Recall (22V861)
  November 21, 2022 · 50,883 vehicles · Electrical System

  Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

  Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Audi A8 Video Screen Recall (22V806)
  October 26, 2022 · 6,076 vehicles · Electrical System

  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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi A8 Backup Camera Display Recall (22V742)
  October 5, 2022 · 170,296 vehicles · Rearview Camera

  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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

  Risk: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge.

• 2022 Audi A6 Engine Control Module Recall (22V368)
  May 23, 2022 · 72 vehicles · Engine

  The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.

  Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Audi S6 Fuel Level Float Recall (22V155)
  March 14, 2022 · 47,238 vehicles · Fuel System

  The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

  Risk: An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi A5 Tire Recall (22V034) Repeat recall
  January 26, 2022 · 31,058 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.

  Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi A4 Seat Belt Retractor Recall (21V606) Repeat recall
  August 5, 2021 · 45,496 vehicles · Seat Belts

  The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

  Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi Q7 Non-powered Axle Assembly Recall (21V295)
  April 26, 2021 · 40,993 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

  Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi S6 Air Bag Recall (21V159)
  March 10, 2021 · 3,421 vehicles · Air Bags

  The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

  Risk: An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge.

• 2021 Audi A6 Side Impact Recall (20V749)
  December 2, 2020 · 166 vehicles · Air Bags

  The electrical connector can detach from the door crash sensor in either of the front doors.

  Risk: A detached connector can delay the activation of the restraint systems, including the side air bag, curtain air bag and/or seat-belt pretensioners during a side impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the crash sensors in both front doors, free of charge.

Which A6 parts are recalled most?

Which A6 model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my A6 for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 14 Audi A6 campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Audi dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are A6 owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The car has had multiple issues with warning lights and malfunctioning systems. Including : 1.Child locks 2.Every single component of the ADAS 3. Emergency services being activated at least a few times a month – this is an SOS for emergency 911 service.

2021 AUDI A6 owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11638013

While operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions, the vehicle suffered an immediate, un-commanded loss of engine power and throttle response. The vehicle displayed a critical dashboard restriction stating: “Maximum engine speed 2500 RPM”, forcing an emergency limp-home mode that instantly created a roadway collision hazard.

2021 AUDI A6 owner, Engine, NHTSA complaint 11765960

I am reporting a manufacturing defect involving the dashboard on my 2022 Audi A6. The dashboard has begun bubbling and warping, particularly near the area close to the windshield. This defect appears to be common among Prestige‑trim Audi A6 vehicles, as other owners have reported similar dashboard warping.

2022 AUDI A6 owner, Visibility/Wiper, NHTSA complaint 11719386

Can a recall make your A6 a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a Audi A6 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

4 of the 14 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 1 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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Other Audi models with recalls

• A3: 8 recalls
• A4: 7 recalls
• A4 Allroad: 3 recalls
• A5: 9 recalls
• A5 Cabriolet: 4 recalls
• A6: 14 recalls
• A6 Allroad: 9 recalls
• A6 Sportback E-Tron: 2 recalls
• A7: 13 recalls
• A7 E: 1 recall
• A8: 12 recalls
• E Tron GT: 1 recall
• E-Tron: 11 recalls
• E-Tron GT: 14 recalls
• E-Tron Quattro: 1 recall
• E-Tron Sportback: 2 recalls
• Q3: 10 recalls
• Q4 E-Tron: 7 recalls
• Q4 Sportback E-Tron: 3 recalls
• Q5: 12 recalls
• Q5 Sportback: 6 recalls
• Q6 E-Tron: 3 recalls
• Q6 Sportback E-Tron: 1 recall
• Q7: 14 recalls
• Q8: 12 recalls
• Q8 E-Tron: 1 recall
• Q8 Sportback E-Tron: 2 recalls
• R8: 1 recall
• RS 3: 3 recalls
• RS 5: 7 recalls
• RS 6 Avant: 14 recalls
• RS 7: 13 recalls
• RS E-Tron GT: 8 recalls
• RS Q8: 12 recalls
• S3: 8 recalls
• S4: 5 recalls
• S5: 10 recalls
• S5 Cabriolet: 5 recalls
• S6: 11 recalls
• S6 Sportback E-Tron: 2 recalls
• S7: 10 recalls
• S8: 10 recalls
• SQ5: 7 recalls
• SQ5 Sportback: 1 recall
• SQ6 E-Tron: 1 recall
• SQ6 Sportback E-Tron: 3 recalls
• SQ7: 11 recalls
• SQ8: 10 recalls
• SQ8 E-Tron: 1 recall
• SQ8 Sportback E-Tron: 1 recall
• TT: 1 recall

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