Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 1997 Audi A6. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition switch (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the battery (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Ignition Switch problems | |
| Battery problems | |
| Starter problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems | |
| Electrical System problems |
Ignition switch stopped working causing the headlights, turn signals, and wipers to stop working. Car still operates and is a danger if driving without turn signals or wipers without knowing. I have noticed this issue has occurred several times with this model and understand the a4 had a recall for Read details...
1997 Audi A6, vehicle caught fire. According to the police report, the fire appeared to have started in the battery compartment located underneath the right seat of the vehicle. Ohio traffic report # 10-0327-89 Read details...
Associated with complaint id 345606/recall id#00v317000 Audi 1997 A6 wagon with the same symptoms. I replaced my ignition switch several times and it would stay engaged and the key would get stuck in the ignition. This particular time the car was being started and it burst in to flames. Read details...